New Sustainability Partnership in Sweden to Advance Fire Extinguisher ReUse Project
GPBM Nordic and Miljø Norge form a partnership for ReUse project promoting sustainable fire extinguisher practices in Sweden.
Key Points
- • GPBM Nordic partners with Miljø Norge for the ReUse project in Sweden.
- • The initiative aims to refurbish and reuse fire extinguishers to lower the carbon footprint.
- • GPBM Nordic will be the exclusive sales partner for Miljø Norge in the Swedish market.
- • The project employs an automated production process to enhance recycling and reduce waste.
On June 5, 2025, GPBM Nordic AB announced a strategic partnership with Miljø Norge to promote the ReUse project in Sweden, focusing on sustainable practices in the fire safety industry. This collaboration aims to enhance the reuse of fire extinguishers and significantly reduce the environmental impact associated with their disposal.
GPBM Nordic, recognized for its established presence in the Nordic fire safety market with brands like CGS and Housegard, will serve as the exclusive sales partner for Miljø Norge in Sweden. The ReUse project, initiated in 2024, is grounded in a circular economic model that refurbishes expired fire extinguishers to meet the quality of newly manufactured options. Every unit is thoroughly inspected and restored to ensure safety and efficiency standards are adhered to.
André Rundeus, Business Area Manager at GPBM Nordic, expressed the company’s commitment to sustainability, stating, "We are ramping up our ambition to reduce the climate impact from the fire safety industry." This partnership leverages Miljø Norge's recycling innovations with GPBM's extensive logistics and customer network. Petter L Mathisen, Business Developer at Miljø Norge, remarked on the collaboration’s potential, highlighting GPBM's market expertise as a pivotal asset in executing this venture effectively.