Oceancircle and Green Guard Underlay

A partnership with purpose
At Oceancircle, we believe that waste deserves a second life. That’s why we co-founded Green Guard Underlay – to turn discarded carpets and textiles into meaningful, circular products.
While we handle the collection and processing of end-of-life materials, Green Guard Underlay transforms them into high-quality carpet underlay which can be installed on your next ship during your next refit or new build.

Recycled Underlay from Green Guard Underlay

Partnering for a Circular Economy

A partnership with purpose

At Oceancircle, we are dedicated to a future where waste is not simply discarded, but seen as a valuable resource. Our mission is to establish a circular economy within the cruise and hospitality industries. One of our core beliefs is that we should not treat used carpets as waste, but as a primary resource for the circular economy. This is exactly where our partnership with Green Guard Underlay comes in.

Green Guard Underlay is more than just padding. It is the result of a thoughtful, circular process that transforms used carpets, curtains, and mattresses from cruise ships and hotels into a durable, high-performance product. This collaboration allows us to make a significant joint contribution to reducing waste and emissions, shaping the industry for a more sustainable future.

What customers gain with Oceancircle

By partnering with Oceancircle, our clients don’t just improve their waste handling – they gain measurable value across multiple levels:

Cost savings:

Consistent and fixed disposal costs, compared to annually increasing and site specific costs for traditional methods

Compliance:

Alignment with upcoming EU and international waste regulations

Sustainability impact:

Reduced transport emissions, improved CO₂ balance

ESG transparency:

Traceable processes and clear documentation for audits and reporting

Storytelling potential:

Turn materials into meaningful narratives – for guests, partners, and stakeholders

The Green Guard Underlay Difference

Green Guard Underlay is so much more than just a carpet underlay. It embodies our shared philosophy of seeing waste as a valuable resource and giving it a meaningful second life. Each installation demonstrates that a circular economy can be both sustainable and commercially viable.

From Waste to Value

Green Guard Underlay was founded in 2025 with the sole purpose of offering sustainable and economical end-of-life (EOL) solutions for the cruise and hospitality sectors. We turn discarded textiles into eco-smart flooring, closing the loop from "end-of-life" to "beginning-of-life" for interior products.

Quality Meets Sustainability

Through careful disinfection, shredding, and pressing with non-woven fabric, we create a durable, high-performance product. The result is a product that reduces environmental impact without compromising on comfort or quality.

From Onboard to Onward

Together, Oceancircle and Green Guard Underlay provide a complete circular chain service. We ensure waste is reintegrated into new value streams by coordinating certified recycling and upcycling partners across Europe and by offering onboard removal and mobile compacting that cuts transport emissions.

Your Contribution to a Greener Planet

By choosing Green Guard Underlay, you do more than just enhance comfort and insulation. You are also actively supporting carbon reduction, waste prevention, and smarter resource use — taking a tangible step towards a circular economy where nothing goes to waste.

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