Supersede, an engineered building materials company, has received a $5 million loan from Closed Loop Partners to support its expansion plans. The catalytic loan is aimed at increasing production capacity and geographic reach as demand for the company's product accelerates. This investment will enable Supersede to strengthen end markets for plastic resins, including polypropylene (PP).
The Supersede Marine Board, an engineered panel crafted from recycled industrial plastic waste, is a compelling alternative to conventional plywood and OSB. It offers improved performance metrics, including water resistance, fastener retention, dimensional stability, and long-term durability. The material is 100% waterproof, rot-proof, mold-proof, and fully recyclable.
The Supersede Marine Board eliminates multiple production steps, reducing labor costs and increasing throughput. By design, the material avoids toxic chemicals such as formaldehyde and chromated copper arsenate, improving safety for both workers and end users. This is crucial in industries where worker safety is paramount.
Against a backdrop of geopolitical uncertainty, tariffs, and mounting climate risk driving disruptions across global supply chains and material markets, the opportunity for alternative materials like Supersede's Marine Board is growing. Volatility in lumber markets has prompted boat, RV, and modular home manufacturers to seek more stable alternatives to marine-grade plywood.
Supersede's Co-Founder and CEO Sean Petterson stated that accessing capital required to scale production is a key accelerant, enabling the company to meet market demand. He praised Closed Loop Partners as a trusted partner since early development, highlighting their strategic capital, network of partners, and expertise in material innovation, recycling, and operational scale.
The investment from Closed Loop Catalytic Capital & Private Credit will finance manufacturing equipment at Supersede's new facility in the Midwest, set to launch in summer 2026. This expansion is critical to strengthening end markets for plastic resins, including polypropylene (PP).
Supersede's expansion plans are driven by demand for sustainable materials and a need for more stable alternatives to traditional building materials. The company's product offers improved performance metrics and reduces the environmental impact of construction projects.
The circular economy is built on the idea of waste reduction, reuse, and recycling. Supersede's investment aligns with this vision, as it expands production capacity and geographic reach to meet growing demand for sustainable materials. This will help reduce waste and minimize the environmental footprint of construction projects.
The investment will enable Supersede to meet growing demand for sustainable materials.
