Highlights

• Syensqo and Trek collaborate to create greener bicycles.
• Recycled materials reduce carbon footprint of the Trek Madone Gen 8.
• Partnership aims to meet growing demand for sustainable bicycles.

Syensqo’s recycled materials help Trek reduce carbon footprint in new Madone bicycle.

Syensqo, a Belgian multinational materials company, has partnered with Trek, a leading bicycle manufacturer, to promote sustainability. The new Trek Madone Gen 8, launched at the 2024 Tour de France, includes key components made from recycled materials provided by Syensqo.

By using glass-fibre reinforced high-performance polyamide (HPPA) compounds with high recycled content, Trek has lowered the carbon footprint of the Madone’s headset area.

“We are thrilled to embark on this exciting partnership with Trek, as part of our efforts to forge a greener future,” said Floryan Decampo, Market VP Life Solutions at Syensqo. “Leveraging our expertise, we aim to assist Trek in meeting their ambitious sustainability goals within the rapidly expanding bicycle and e-bike industry."

Reggie Lund, Senior Mechanical Engineer at Trek, said, "These parts are just one of the many things Trek is doing to reduce the impact of our products. In the future, we’ll continue replacing legacy polymers with lower carbon impact options. These materials will help Trek meet our carbon emission reduction goals and help our racers inspire a better world for cycling transportation.”

The partnership between Syensqo and Trek shows how innovation can tackle environmental issues. With the growing popularity of bicycles and e-bikes, there is an increasing need for sustainable solutions. Syensqo’s advanced polymers provide a sustainable alternative to traditional materials, offering cost savings, design flexibility, and a lower environmental impact.

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Source: Syensqo