Circular Economy
Built to last, designed to be reborn.
At Boxtainer, we don't just build delivery modules. We engineer physical systems that respect the urban ecosystem and the planet.
recycling
100% recyclable
forest
FSC-certified
At Boxtainer, we don't just build delivery modules. We engineer physical systems that respect the urban ecosystem and the planet.
Every Boxtainer makes a measurable contribution to a more sustainable city. Here are the facts.
2.4
Tonnes CO2
saved per Boxtainer lifecycle
92%
Net Recyclability
of all materials used
0%
Landfill Waste
guaranteed through our take-back program
100%
FSC-Certified Wood
from responsibly managed forests
A Hinterher trailer with a Boxtainer module replaces emission-heavy delivery runs in the city center.
0 g CO2 / km
Human or e-powered, zero tailpipe emissions
< 40 dB noise level
Neighbor-friendly, even in the early morning
0.8 m² footprint
Parks anywhere, never blocks the road
92% recyclable
Modular build, full take-back guarantee
271 g CO2 / km
Average for Sprinter-class vehicles
75+ dB noise level
Disturbs residents, especially at night
12 m² footprint
Blocks bike lanes and sidewalks
~18% recycling rate
Complex composites, hazardous waste
No plastic fillers. No planned obsolescence. Only materials that age with grace.
Structural integrity meets infinite recyclability. Our frame uses aerospace-grade aluminum from post-consumer sources.
Technical specs arrow_forwardNaturally insulating and carbon-sequestering. A warm, organic contrast to the urban landscape.
Schwarzwald (Black Forest), DE
Don't replace. Repair. Every joint is accessible with standard tools.
Exclusively mechanical joints for clean material separation at end of life.
Plant-based oils instead of chemicals. Industrial-grade protection without toxic runoff.
0%
Single-Use Waste
Every bolt, every panel, every joint is designed for circularity. What leaves our workshop comes back — guaranteed.
We know where every material comes from. No anonymous suppliers, no long-distance shipping. Regional, traceable, honest.
Wood
Schwarzwald (Black Forest), Germany
FSC-certified forestry, max. 280 km transport distance
Stainless Steel Hardware
Recycling facility, Ruhr Valley
100% secondary raw material, low-emission smelting
Coating
Plant oil-based, Netherlands
Bio-based, solvent-free, biodegradable
Aluminum Frame
Recycled aluminum, Southern Germany
Post-consumer recycling, aerospace grade
“The end of a product should be the beginning of its next life.”
Materials procured without child labor and with minimal CO2 transport footprint.
Optimized for over 100,000 delivery kilometers on electric cargo bikes.
Components are swapped as needed through our modular subscription service.
Materials are melted down or repurposed into new Boxtainer components.
Independently verified, openly communicated. We actively pursue the highest sustainability standards.
All wood components from responsibly managed forests. Certificate no. FSC-C123456
ActiveCircular product design following the principles of biological and technical material cycles.
PendingThe highest standards for social and environmental responsibility in business.
Target 2027Carbon-neutral shipping via DHL GoGreen Plus for all shipments from our Frankfurt facility.
ActiveA Boxtainer on a Hinterher trailer doesn't just improve your own CO2 footprint — it improves life for everyone around you.
Under 40 dB in operation. No engine roar, no late-night rumbling, no honking.
No particle emissions whatsoever. Cleaner air for children, seniors, and everyone living in the city.
Made in Frankfurt. Every Boxtainer supports jobs in regional skilled trades.
Modular construction enables easy repairs. Less waste, longer service life.
We take responsibility for every gram of material we put into the world. When your Boxtainer reaches the end of its service life, simply schedule a pickup. We handle the disassembly and credit the raw material value back to your account.
42 pages of full transparency — detailed life cycle assessments, supply chain audits, CO2 footprint per module, and our roadmap to 2030. No greenwashing, just data.
42
Pages
12
Suppliers Audited
100%
Open & Transparent
BOXTAINER
Sustainability Report
“We don't just want to produce sustainably — we want to openly share every step of the way.”
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