MOCOM and Fairphone continue their sustainability partnership with the Fairphone 5 / Attendance at Fakuma 2024

Hamburg, September 10, 2024. Following their successful collaboration on the Fairphone 4, MOCOM has once again teamed up with Fairphone to enhance the sustainability of the eco-friendly mobile phones. In the latest Fairphone 5 model, the companies are continuing their commitment to sustainability by incorporating Altech® PC ECO, a material made entirely from recycled plastic, for the detachable back cover.

Fairphone, a Dutch electronics company, is dedicated to creating smartphones that prioritize environmental and social sustainability across their entire supply chain. This commitment extends to reducing the CO₂ footprint and ensuring durability for all components of the Fairphone. Altech® PC ECO from MOCOM has emerged as the ideal solution for the detachable back cover, as it is composed entirely of post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastics. This material choice reduces the Global Warming Potential (GWP) of the smartphone case by 80% compared to using primary materials. Additionally, the recycled material boasts high impact resistance, ensuring that the Fairphone 5 can withstand falls from significant heights, thus contributing to its longevity.

Joe Liu, Business Development Manager Asia-Pacific at MOCOM, highlights the aesthetic and tactile benefits of Altech® PC ECO, stating, "Thanks to Altech® PC ECO, the protective cover offers an elegant appearance and a pleasing feel." Furthermore, the material's versatility allows for various color options, including an attractive transparent version, devoid of any black speckles, despite being crafted entirely from recycled materials.

The Fairphone 5 sets a new standard for sustainability, combining responsible material sourcing, fair working conditions, and an extended lifespan. Oscar Chang, Senior Mechanics Engineering Manager at Fairphone, emphasizes their commitment, "We not only provide the Fairphone 5 with a 5-year warranty but also ensure software updates for at least eight years. Additionally, we integrate recycled and Fairtrade-certified materials, such as Fairtrade gold, into our supply chain whenever possible.”

This dedication to sustainability has earned Fairphone recognition, as evidenced by the GLOMO Award "Best Mobile Innovation for Climate Action" in the "Tech4Good" category for the Fairphone 5. The prestigious award, presented by the GSMA, underscores the impact of collaborations like the one between Fairphone and MOCOM in driving positive change within the smartphone industry.

MOCOM will be exhibiting its sustainable portfolio at Fakuma 2024 in Friedrichshafen. The company can be found at stand 4206 in hall 4 from October 15 to 19.

About MOCOM

MOCOM GmbH & Co. KG, with its headquarters in Hamburg, Germany, is a global compounder of thermoplastic polymers. The company offers the plastics processing industry a comprehensive product range of high-performance plastics as well as sustainable technical compound solutions.

In addition to specialties (Alcom®, Tedur®) and customized products (Altech®, Altech NXT® PP, Alfater XL®), the portfolio includes a variety of near-to-prime recycling products (Alcom® ECO, Altech® ECO, Alfater XL® ECO). Also part of the sustainable portfolio is the lightweight compound WIC, which is made from secondary carbon fiber, and the products WIPAFLEX and WIPELAST. In addition, MOCOM uses innovative recycling technologies to process plastic waste streams, which are reused as valuable materials in the products of the processing industries.

MOCOM serves the following industries, including: Automotive, Electric and Electronics, Home and Garden, and Sports and Leisure.

As part of the Hamburg-based Otto Krahn Group, MOCOM employs around 900 people with production sites in Germany (Hamburg, Erlenbach, Gardelegen, Neuburg a. d. D., Zülpich) as well as the USA (Duncan, South Carolina) and China (Changshu).

MOCOM was awarded Gold by the independent rating agency EcoVadis. The company is also certified in accordance with the IATF 16949 and ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.

For more information, visit mocom.eu/en.