About us
SPHERE is a family-owned French group founded in 1976. As the European leader in household packaging, we are present in three markets: consumer, professional and local authorities. The group is also one of the most important global producers of bio-compostable materials.
News
A partnership between the SPHERE group and The Alchemists
The deployment of composting solutions for food waste in cities is accelerating thanks to the partnership between the SPHERE group and The Alchemists. 08042021 CP annonce partenariat SPHERE_LES ALCHIMISTES - vuk
The SPHERE group acquires SARPAK LTD based in Port-Talbot (WALES)
The SPHERE group, european leader in household packaging acquires SARPAK LTD based in Port-Talbot (WALES) and strenghens its position in the United Kindgdom CP ALFAPLAS SARPAK
SPHERE, since its creation, has always aimed to
Reduce the volume of virgin plastics used in its products and replace them with recycled materials from the circular economy.
Use bio-based raw materials.
Develop new bio-based and compostable materials.
In figures
The Group was created with a team of 4 people
employees in 2020
production sites + 10 sales offices in Europe and 2 in Asia (Singapore/Shanghai)
M€ expected approach turnover for the 2019 financial year
More than
M€ has been invested in research and development, tangible and intangible fixed assets during the last 10 years.
Innovation: key to our DNA
From day one in 1992, BIOTEC has pioneered the development of bio-compostable materials. In 1997, it was the first company to obtain the worldwide compostability certification 7W001 from DIN CERTCO. On the back of over 25 years in research and development, BIOTEC is at the cutting edge of biodegradable product technology in the marine environment.
A subsidiary of the SPHERE group, it is a world leader in:
- The development and production of new bio-compostable materials;
- Manufacturing without plasticisers and GMOs;
- The production of materials for soft and hard (100% plant-based) capsules for the pharmaceutical market;
- The use of renewable raw materials (mainly with starch technology).
Our markets
General public
Large distribution
Our products
Aluminum
Our presence in Europe and Asia
We produce, distribute our products and support our customers throughout Europe and Asia.
From our European base we are ideally positioned to ensure:
- The quality and traceability of our products.
- A high degree of flexibility for our customers.
- That special requirements are met, by designing tailor-made solutions.
- A consistent local supply of goods with outstanding customer service for all our products.
- Permanent availability.
- Full compliance with social, environmental and labour law regulations across Europe.
- The promotion of local and regional economies and their communities.
SPHERE IN EUROPE IS:
- 15 industrial establishments
- 8 logistical platforms
SPHERE IN ASIA IS:
- 2 logistical platforms
