The first boat of GreenSwitch^® Potassium Sulphate (SOP) departs from Sweden to The Netherlands

Date:09-20-2024

Van Iperen International announced the departure of the first vessel of GreenSwitch^® Potassium Sulphate (SOP) to The Netherlands from its partner Cinis Fertilizer's factory in Sweden. This significant milestone marks the beginning of Van Iperen International's  efforts to distribute this innovative, premium sustainable water-soluble SOP to the customers in the upcoming weeks.

GreenSwitch^® Potassium Sulphate, produced by Cinis Fertilizer, is its first water-soluble SOP fertilizer created through an environmentally circular process with reduced emissions in Sweden. The delivery of this first batch underscores the successful implementation of GreenSwitch^® Potassium, the innovative production process based on circular practices and principles. Van Iperen International is committed to providing solutions that enhance agricultural productivity while promoting sustainability.

"We are thrilled to receive the first shipment of GreenSwitch^® Potassium Sulphate (SOP) from Sweden," said Erik van den Bergh, Managing Director at Van Iperen International. "This soon-to-arrive first batch of GreenSwitch^® SOP signifies a crucial step in our mission to distribute circular fertilizers that benefit growers and contribute to more sustainable agriculture practices."

Jakob Liedberg, Founder of CINIS Fertilizer and partner in the development of GreenSwitch^® Potassium Sulphate (SOP), expressed his enthusiasm about this step. "The delivery of the first boat of GreenSwitch^® SOP to The Netherlands is a significant achievement for our collaborative efforts. With our production capacity at the recently inaugurated factory in Sweden, we aim to reach 100,000 mt per year of GreenSwitch^® SOP. This step highlights the potential of our circular fertilizer to make a meaningful impact on agriculture," said Liedberg. "Our partnership with Van Iperen International continues to explore the opportunities of innovation and sustainability in the industry."

Product packing and customer sampling as already begun!

The arrival of the first shipment of GreenSwitch^® Potassium Sulphate in The Netherlands is just the beginning. Van Iperen International has already received trucks with the product and has started the packing process in the Netherland to meet the specific needs of the customers. This allows Van Iperen International to maintain the highest quality standards while providing greater flexibility in packaging options. The bulk of the product will arrive with the upcoming boat shipment, enabling Van Iperen International to further scale up its operations.

At the same time, Van Iperen International has begun distributing samples of GreenSwitch^® SOP to the customers, giving them the opportunity to experience firsthand the quality and benefits of this circular, sustainable fertilizer.

Lab Analysis Confirms High Quality

As part of Van Iperen International's commitment to delivering high-quality, sustainable fertilizers, GreenSwitch^® SOP underwent rigorous lab testing. The lab analysis results mark a major step forward, confirming that GreenSwitch^® SOP meets the rigorous specifications -including pH and solubility- required for water-soluble SOP. These results not only validate the product's quality but also showcase the effectiveness of its innovative circular production process.

The GreenSwitch^® Potassium Factory in Sweden

The GreenSwitch^® Potassium factory in Sweden, officially inaugurated on June 4, operates through a patent-protected process. This innovative production method reuses industrial waste from electric car batteries and the paper industry, ensuring that GreenSwitch^® SOP enhances agricultural productivity while maintaining sustainability throughout the production process.

GreenSwitch^® Potassium Sulphate (SOP) Named Finalist for GreenTech Innovation Award 2024

In June, GreenSwitch^® Potassium Sulphate (SOP) was named one of the three finalists for the prestigious GreenTech Innovation Award 2024 in the Innovation category. Receiving recognition as a finalist for the GreenTech Innovation Award 2024 underscores the innovative production methods and sustainable impact of GreenSwitch^® Potassium Sulphate (SOP).

From left to right: Christiaan van Hoogstraten (Regional marketer), Ayman Sharabati ( Sales Manager) Marine Lair ( Director of Marketing ) Erik van den Bergh ( Managing Director) presenting the GreenSwitch^® Potassium Sulphate during GreenTech 2024, Amsterdam

This recognition follows the success of GreenSwitch^® circular fertilizers: GreenSwitch^® Original, Van Iperen International's first liquid nitrate fertilizer from an organic source, won the GreenTech Innovation Award in 2021.