Sustainable Impact Capital (SIC), a network of visionary investors and entrepreneurs committed to advancing the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), has announced a strategic investment into Nandina REM. The funds raised will contribute towards supporting the company’s mission to decarbonise the world’s advanced manufacturing supply chains.
Nandina REM transforms highly engineered assets – starting with retired airplanes – into new sources of high-quality materials ready for a wide range of industries and applications, which includes their aviation-grade circular carbon fibre that delivers material performance on par with virgin alternatives. Reducing manufacturing costs and requiring 71% less energy to produce, these products are tailored for advanced manufacturing applications, including aircraft cabin interiors, electric vehicle battery casings, and high-performance automotive components.
Nandina REM also reclaims a number of other high-value materials, such as aluminium, copper, textiles such as wool yarn, and plastics, offering manufacturers greater material availability and reliability of supply.
Through its proprietary recovery process, Nandina REM preserves the structural integrity of reclaimed carbon fibre, ensuring it meets stringent quality standards for high-performance applications.
Karina Cady, CEO of Nandina REM, said, “This investment further accelerates the momentum Nandina REM is building in transforming critical material supply chains. SIC’s forward-thinking approach to manufacturing and circularity aligns perfectly with our mission to redefine industry standards and create a lasting impact. Together, we are setting the stage for a new era of material innovation.”
SIC, known for its dynamic investment ecosystem that connects innovative startups with resources, mentorship, and opportunities, has recognised Nandina REM as an innovator in solving material supply chain security challenges and strengthening the circular economy.
Steve Lin, Co-founder and General Partner of SIC, said, “Nandina REM exemplifies the type of innovative and mission-driven company we strive to support. Their work in enabling and accelerating aviation circularity represents the future of sustainable manufacturing, and we are excited to contribute to their journey of scaling solutions that address critical global challenges.”
With over 15,000 aircraft expected to be decommissioned in the next decade, Nandina REM is turning waste into value for advanced manufacturing and supporting the global demand for critical minerals and resources. With the support of SIC, Nandina REM will continue to build a sustainable, innovative, and inclusive future.