Citerneo, leader in "Origine France Garantie" certified flexible tanks

A flexible cistern LA CITERNE VERTE by CITERNEO exhibited at the Grande Exposition du Fabriqué en France, at the Palais de l'Élysée in France.

CITERNEO flexible tanks have been certified Origine France Garantie since 2021. And, CITERNEO is the only manufacturer of flexible tanks to hold this certification.

This company, located in Amboise, obtained this certification in 2021 following the launch of its technical fabric le 130e, an innovative product from our research and development laboratory, based on reducing the percentage of PVC in the manufacture of the flexible tank fabric.

An approach to excellence certified by a demanding label

The "Origine France Garantie" certification is a guarantee of transparency and quality for buyers. It is awarded on the basis of rigorous criteria, verified each year by an audit conducted by independent experts. To obtain it, more than 50% of the value of the product's components must be of French origin. 

At Citerneo, this percentage reaches an exceptional level of 95%, testifying to our company's desire to give priority to sourcing from local, regional and even national suppliers. 

This strategy is part of a global approach to supporting the French economy and reducing carbon footprints, while meeting the growing expectations of customers , who are looking for products manufactured in a responsible, environmentally-friendly way.

Each item is carefully selected to guarantee perfect traceability and compliance with the label's requirements, demonstrating a total commitment to French know-how.

A CSR policy in perfect harmony with "Origine France Garantie"

Citerneo's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) policy is in total harmony with "Origine France Garantie" requirements. 

This commitment is reflected in a desire to produce sustainably, using environmentally-friendly materials and favoring local partnerships, thus reducing the carbon footprint. 

Citerneo makes a point of collaborating with partners who share the same values, notably Saint-Clair Textiles, a historic player in the field of coated textiles.

In addition, Citerneo, located in Indre-et-Loire, continually optimizes its production processes to reduce environmental impacts, while guaranteeing appropriate manufacturing quality. 

This CSR approach strengthens the credibility of products on the market and meets the expectations of local authorities, private companies, and individuals. Origine France Garantie" certification is awarded after a rigorous annual audit by independent experts. It is a guarantee of transparency and quality for consumers. It is awarded on the basis of rigorous criteria, verified each year by an audit carried out by independent experts. This research involves meticulous sourcing for each component. This ranges from the choice of source for each of the parts used in manufacture, including the canvas, to the nuts and screws forming the corner pads. This distinction highlights the commitment to responsible production, from local, regional and even national suppliers.

When innovation rhymes with French manufacturing

Located in Isère since 1918, Saint-Clair Textiles has forged a solid reputation for quality and respect for the environment by being among the first in its sector to establish LCAs since 2004 and to obtain ISO14001 in 2012 . The products designed thanks to this collaboration comply with French and European ( REACH ) standards, which guarantee the non-toxicity of the materials used. In addition, Saint-Clair Textiles is a member of the VinylPlus program, a voluntary initiative led by the European PVC industry to promote sustainable development, by improving resource efficiency and reducing environmental impacts.

All flexible tanks, with a capacity of up to 2,500 m³, are designed, developed and manufactured at the Amboise (37) production site. 

These local roots enable Citerneo to guarantee responsible production, while offering quality, sustainable products that meet the requirements of "Origine France Garantie" certification.
Citerneo at the Made in France Exhibition: national recognition

On October 26 and 27, 2024, the Élysée Palace hosted the fourth edition of the Made in France Exhibition, an event initiated by the President of the Republic. The event aims to promote local know-how and companies committed to French production. 

Among the exhibitors, Citerneo was one of seven selected companies from the Centre-Val de Loire region present. And it was the only one from the Indre-et-Loire department. 

The green tank, Citerneo's historic product was highlighted for its innovative and sustainable qualities.

At the previous edition, over 9,000 visitors were able to discover a selection of 120 French products. 

For Citerneo, this participation is recognition of its commitment to producing in France and the quality of its flexible tanks.

Responsible manufacturing, serving the future

Concerned with making ethical and responsible purchasing choices, Citerneo's vision goes beyond the simple production of flexible tanks. Their mission is to contribute to a more sustainable and efficient management of water and other essential liquid resources. 

With its focus on eco-design and reducing the carbon footprint of its products, Citerneo is positioned as a trusted partner for local authorities and companies wishing to commit to an ambitious environmental approach.

And this approach applies, whatever the liquid storage solutions used: rainwater harvesting, fire reserves, effluent treatment, methanization, drinking water storage, as well as hydrocarbon storage.

To find out more about Citerneo's range of flexible tanks, and to discover our solutions for sustainable water management, please don't hesitate to contact us or visit our website.

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