Startup Nights 2025

6–7 Nov 2025 | Winterthur, Switzerland

Thomas Schori

Captain and CEO tide Ocean

Tide Ocean SA

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My organisation

Tide Ocean SA is a Swiss company committed to combating ocean plastic pollution by transforming plastic waste into valuable raw materials for new products. Founded in 2019 as a spin-off from Braloba Group, #tide® operates with a highly scalable business model focused on both environmental impact and social responsibility. By collaborating with global brands and local communities, #tide® supports sustainable supply chains and advances a circular economy. Through traceable sourcing and innovative recycling technologies, #tide® ensures that ocean-bound plastic is given new life, as high-quality materials for packaging, consumer goods, and industrial applications. With expertise in impact measurement, transparency, and international partnerships, #tide® empowers its partners to create real change for people and the planet, redefining the value of waste as a resource for sustainable growth.
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About me

Thomas Schori founded Tide Ocean SA in 2019 as a pioneering spin-off from his family business, the Braloba Group. Elected as UBS Global Visionary, Schori embodies the role of Captain & CEO, guiding #tide® to the forefront of sustainability innovation. Through his leadership, #tide® combats ocean plastic pollution with a highly scalable business model that transforms discarded plastic waste into valuable resources, advancing a responsible and circular economy.

Additional questions

Are you hiring at the moment?

No

Are you looking for funding at the moment?

Yes

What finance stage are you at?

Series A

Speaker sessions (1)

Thursday, 6 November 2025

18:35 - 19:00

From Spark to Impact - Technology for Life and Planet | Thomas Schori (tide Ocean), Lukas Langenegger (hemotune) - UBS Global Visionaries

Location:Main Stage "Unicorn" (Hall 1)Track:Panel Discussion

Curdin Duschletta, Head of Social Impact and Philanthropy (UBS) Thomas Schori - Captain and CEO of Tide Lukas Langenegger, CEO and Co-Founder of hemotune