The Circular Materials Center, the research and training centre for the plastics and textile sector. It aims to support and encourage companies to engage in circular business by giving them access to expertise, machinery and training in the Circular Materials Center . To this end, we are joining forces in a partnership between knowledge and training partners, sector and employer organisations and, above all, many companies. In a circular economy, numerous strategies are applied to ensure that materials and products continue to be used in the economy at the highest possible quality. They are repaired, have a high second-hand value, can easily be disassembled and transformed into new products. The materials chosen are recycled or bio-based, and are fully recyclable or biodegradable at the end of life. The Circular Materials Center aims to stimulate circular entrepreneurship with new materials , and at the same time be a showcase for what this innovative sector has to offer. It also offers many creative opportunities to showcase circular materials and products. The vision for the Circular Materials Center is based on three pillars: Research and testing Education and training Meetings and events The Circular Materials Center integrates the former Flemish Plastics Centre (VKC) with a new innovation hall , an extensive training centre and a good range of meeting and event facilities. When decorating and furnishing the Circular Materials Center, circular materials and products were used as much as possible. For the production of the reception desk and functional seating, for the innovative floor coverings, for the eye-catching wall coverings, for the stylish curtains and for the practical seat cushions, innovative products and materials were deliberately chosen that bear witness to a strong circular vision. Visit the Circular Materials Center via a virtual tour: www.circularmaterialscenter.be