MIAMI, Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- An initial €4.5 million order, with a projected target of over €45 million over the next 7 years, will see TOMAHAWK SRL (a 100% owned subsidiary of Star8 Corp Ticker symbol: STRH), implement the design, R&D, and manufacture of the G-COLLIDER system for WHARPS TECHNOLOGIES MALTA LTD.
C-COLLIDER Water Purification System
WHARPS TECHNOLOGIES MALTA LTD, is a Maltese leader in hydrodynamic cavitation processes, and LIXTARS LTD, a UK-based company developing advanced thermal processes and water treatment solutions.
The goal of this three-party strategic alliance is to develop, produce, and globally commercialize the G-COLLIDER system, a revolutionary technology capable of the complete destruction of PFAS contaminants in water, addressing one of the most pressing environmental crises worldwide.
The initial production order for 50 units, valued at €4.5 million, represents the first step in a broader industrial plan that foresees the production of over 500 systems over the next 7 years, with a potential value exceeding €45 million.
Additionally, WHARPS TECHNOLOGIES MALTA LTD anticipates the installation of over 1,000 NANOSTARS REACTORS over the next 10 years, establishing G-COLLIDER as the benchmark solution for the definitive elimination of PFAS.
A Partnership Built to Meet Global Demand for PFAS Elimination
PFAS contamination ("forever chemicals") is a global environmental and public health emergency, with increasingly stringent regulations in Europe and the United States.
PFAS compounds, used extensively since the 1940s, are highly resistant synthetic chemicals valued for their non-stick, heat-resistant, and water-repellent properties.
However, their persistence in the environment and human body has been linked to cancer, liver damage, metabolic disorders, and immune system disruption.
Traditional water treatment methods (carbon filtration, ion exchange resins, reverse osmosis) do not eliminate PFAS; instead, they transfer the contamination into solid waste, creating additional disposal issues and increasing costs.
The G-COLLIDER system was designed to overcome these limitations by completely destroying PFAS molecules at a molecular level, without generating secondary waste.
How the G-COLLIDER System Works
The G-COLLIDER system is an advanced mechatronic platform, combining two complementary cutting-edge technologies:
Developed by WHARPS TECHNOLOGIES MALTA LTD, the NANOSTARS REACTOR is an advanced evolution of the Hydrocavitator, a technology originating from a European Space Agency (ESA) technology transfer program.
Through the generation of ultrafine implosive bubbles, the reactor creates hot spots exceeding 5,000K and pressures over 1,000 ATM, capable of breaking the chemical bonds of PFAS and triggering their molecular decomposition.
2. Advanced Gasification – Over 1,800°C for PFAS in Solids
Developed by LIXTARS LTD, the advanced gasification technology operates at temperatures up to 1,800°C, ensuring the complete destruction of PFAS in semi-solid and solid waste.
The process converts hazardous waste into clean syngas, which can be reused as a sustainable energy source, enhancing the overall efficiency and eco-compatibility of the system.
By combining these two technologies, G-COLLIDER treats both contaminated water and industrial sludge, offering the only integrated solution for the complete elimination of PFAS.
Why G-COLLIDER Is Superior to Existing Technologies
Unlike traditional PFAS treatment methods—such as activated carbon filtration, ion exchange resins, and reverse osmosis—which merely separate PFAS from water and transfer the contamination into waste for later disposal, G-COLLIDER destroys PFAS at the molecular level, eliminating secondary waste.
Advanced methods like SCWO (supercritical water oxidation) and non-thermal plasma can partially degrade PFAS, but they are often prohibitively expensive, complex, and difficult to scale up for industrial operations.
G-COLLIDER is the first industrial platform capable of:
PFAS degradation in water through hydrodynamic cavitation (NANOSTARS REACTOR).
PFAS elimination in sludge and solid waste through high-temperature gasification.
Producing syngas as a renewable energy source, reducing operating costs.
Eliminating secondary waste, providing a definitive solution to the PFAS problem.
TOMAHAWK Srl: Production Hub and Mechatronic Innovation
STAR8 CORP, through its subsidiary TOMAHAWK Srl, will play a key role in the production, optimization, and energy efficiency of G-COLLIDER systems featuring it's DualTech Technology:
Production of the initial 50 systems (€4.5 million).
Forecast of over 500 units over the next 7 years.
Development of DUAL TECH advanced control systems to optimize motors and mechatronic performance in NANOSTARS REACTORS.
Support for US production and localization, ensuring rapid scalability in North America.
A Multi-Billion-Dollar Market with Global Growth Potential
Ewa Milewska, CFO of WHARPS TECHNOLOGIES MALTA LTD, highlights the market opportunity:
"The global PFAS remediation market is estimated at over $250 billion, with the US market alone valued at over $200 billion.
Increasing EPA regulations in the US and upcoming European Union restrictions are fueling unprecedented demand for effective, permanent PFAS destruction technologies.
G-COLLIDER is uniquely positioned as the only fully integrated solution that guarantees complete PFAS elimination, making it a top contender to capture a substantial share of this rapidly expanding market."
10-Year Partnership Roadmap
Production of at least 50 G-COLLIDER units in the first 3 years.
Over 500 units projected over the next 7 years.
Deployment of over 1,000 NANOSTARS REACTORS in the next 10 years.
Expansion across Europe, the UK, and the US.
Localized US production supported by TOMAHAWK Srl.
A Solution for the Future
The G-COLLIDER system represents a turning point in the battle against PFAS contamination.
Combining European technological excellence with US industrial capacity, the partnership between WHARPS TECHNOLOGIES MALTA LTD, LIXTARS LTD, and STAR8 CORP (through TOMAHAWK Srl) is poised to lead the global transition toward PFAS-free water.
Driving the Future of Energy Sustainability
The Tomahawk DualTech system aligns with the global push for sustainable energy solutions. By extending EV and motor range, minimizing heat waste, and boosting motor performance, this innovation contributes significantly to reducing the carbon footprint of transportation and industry.
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