In July 2024, we gave a used Shoreliner a second life. Joosten Groep, Tauw, and AMS Institute joined forces, and within the framework of the project Solving the Urban Plastic Soup, an old Shoreliner was fully restored and made operational again.

For his graduation research at Wageningen University & Research, student Mike Cleintuar followed the project. With the help of the Municipality of Amsterdam and a large group of enthusiastic volunteers, Mike investigated how the Shoreliner could be further optimized.

The result: the Shoreliner +

We are extremely pleased with the new, well-thought-out design. This is a great example of innovation, collaboration, and forward-thinking. And it was rightly rewarded with a well-deserved grade of 8.

Scaling up and making an impact

If the pilot proves successful, the partners aim to scale up the use of the material. “For example, on the Zuid-West 380 kV East project, where we’re working on a new high-voltage connection between Rilland and Tilburg,” says Richard. “We’re already applying circular principles there, like reusing sand. This would fit in perfectly.”

“After this testing phase, Joosten Groep will continue developing a biobased product line tailored to the needs of various stakeholders,” Marco confirms. “And beyond that, this product could be used in many other types of temporary construction. It’s definitely worth exploring.”

And if it doesn’t work out? “Then we’ve still learned something,” says Richard. “Maybe we need to adjust the material or try a different variant. But the fact that we’re willing to take this step says everything about how we want to build.”

Details make the difference

It might seem like a small detail—a piece of fabric beneath a construction road—but the impact is significant. “If we get this right, we save on waste, emissions, and labor,” says Richard. “And we leave the soil in better condition than we found it. That’s what it’s all about.”

Marco adds: “Jogetex HV could very well be the next milestone—not just in how we build, but in how we think about the life cycle of our building materials. We’re shifting from ‘dispose or recycle after use’ to ‘return to nature.’ That’s a fundamental change.”