ScanCom International’s CEO, Stig Maasbøl, has won a Green Solutions Award at the 2021 HRH Crown Prince Frederik International Business Awards for ScanCom’s recycled plastic initiative, which involves the creation of outdoor furniture from recycled marine plastic and recycled post-consumer plastic.
Maasbøl received the prize at a ceremony held at the Royal Danish Palace of Amalienborg on August 27, 2021, and was presented for his dedication and involvement in driving projects of sustainability and ethical manufacture and consumption, notably, DuraOcean, DuraLand, and Social Plastic materials.
ScanCom is able to source post-industrial and post-consumer plastic waste, and with three uniquely developed formulas, the plastic is turned into outdoor furniture at ScanCom’s factories in Vietnam.
“It almost goes without saying, how pleased I am with being the recipient of this award,” Maasbøl said. “The recognition of His Royal Highness and the Danish Export Association for the efforts we at ScanCom are making, in accordance with our motto and principle of ‘Doing Business the Right Way’, just strengthens my deep founded belief that you can be both responsible and ethical when manufacturing at scale.
“But I don’t like saying ‘I did’ or ‘me’ in relation to the work we do, as it is always a team effort,” he continues. “I consider myself a recipient of this prestigious award on behalf of the many colleagues and partners that have played a part in bringing our sustainable initiatives to life.
“In challenging times, such as the ones we are going through, where priorities and efforts inevitably shift for many, being able to receive an accolade like this is perhaps even more significant. It shows, that even in times of adversity, a strong and true commitment to the planet and people will ultimately be recognized as meaningful and important. It is important that we at ScanCom and others in our industry remain proactive and keep seeking new opportunities to unite business goals with those of the United Nations Sustainability Goals. This award therefore not only represents a recognition of our efforts so far but also a responsibility to continue our work and commitments to this, as well as for me to remain active and visible in setting the course for ScanCom and the industry.”
The Green Solutions Award is focused on deliverables that are in line with, and in support of, the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals; especially initiatives aimed at international climate goals.
