First sustainable LEGO bricks will be launched in 2018
LEGO botanical elements such as leaves, bushes and trees will be made from plant-based plastic sourced from sugarcane in the future and will appear in LEGO boxes already in 2018.
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Diversity of the Bioeconomy: 11th Conference on Bio-based Materials
The final programme of one of the biggest conferences in the European bioeconomy has been published and presents leading companies from Europe, the US and China. Companies can now apply for the innovation award “Bio-based Material of the Year 2018”
European Bioeconomy in Figures 2008 - 2015
2.3 trillion Euro turnover and 18.5 million employees in the European Bioeconomy in 2015 - Continuous increase of 10% since 2008.
New materials for lighter, more efficient structures
The EU-funded INCOM project has used cellulosic nanofiber to reinforce composite sandwich structures, thus reducing their weight and increasing their sustainability.
Biocomposite of the Year 2017
“Biocomposite of the Year 2017” awarded at the Biocomposites Conference Cologne (BCC)
Global market for bioplastics to grow by 20 percent
The results of European Bioplastics’ annual market data update, presented today at the 12th European Bioplastics Conference in Berlin, confirm a stable growth of the global bioplastics industry.
Innovation is Key to the Future
China is rapidly becoming a preeminent new market in the world. With over RMB 1.5 trillion spent in R&D in 2016, a 10.6% annual increase, and of which 77.5% was contributed by businesses, the overall productivity and comprehensive national power of China is strategically being boosted, enhancing the country's influence in technology innovations.
Recycled film quality negatively affected by degradable plastics from Southern Europe
Even very low quantities of degradable plastics that end up in the traditional plastic waste streams have a significant, negative impact on recycled plastics.
Nominees for the Innovation Award “Biocomposite of the Year 2017”
The “Biocomposites Conference Cologne” (BCC) will take place on 6 and 7 December 2017 in Cologne, Germany. This year’s conference and exhibition will be the largest industry meeting on biocomposites worldwide.
Biocomposites – Providing benefits to industry, consumers and environment
The “Biocomposites Conference Cologne (BCC)” will take place on 6 and 7 December 2017 in Cologne, Germany.
Voided, bio-based film being tested by Mars launched at interpack
A four-year, European-funded project involving all players in the supply chain, including end-user Mars, comes to fruition with a new voided, bio-based, multilayer laminated film that lowers density and improves yield.
MEPs pave the way for bioplastics in vote on waste legislation
European Bioplastics (EUBP), welcomes the positive outcome of the European Parliament’s plenary vote today on the waste legislation proposal.
First automobile roof frame made of natural fiber with BASF's binder
Together with the International Automotive Components Group (IAC) BASF has developed the worldwide first roof frame for cars that is entirely made of natural fiber.
Elix Polymers introduces new generation of ABS composite
Elix Polymers has introduced a new generation of natural fibre reinforced ABS.
EcoPaxx for new high temperature abrasive monofilament
DSM’s EcoPaXX has been selected for new high temperature resistant abrasive monofilament from Hahl-Pedex.
DuPont opened world’s largest cellulosic ethanol plant
This biorefinery is the world's largest cellulosic ethanol plant, with the capacity to produce 30 million gallons.
Russian Dandelions as a source of natural rubber for Sumitomo
Sumitomo Rubber Industries has been examining the potential of Russian Dandelions as a new, alternative source of natural rubber.
IBERS joins European sustainable packaging initiative
The Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS) at Aberystwyth University leads the consortium ADMIT BioSuccInnovate.
Good results of testing bio-based plasticizer for PVC
Good results were reported during a meeting of the Placard project held at EuPC premises on 8 and 9 July.
European Bioplastics backs EP's decision on plastic bags
European Bioplastics welcomes the decision as it recognises the benefits of compostable bags.
Fully renewable carton package now on the shelves
Finnish dairy producer is the first company using carton packaging made entirely from plant-based materials.
First carton made entirely from renewable materials
Tetra Pak launches industry's first package made entirely from plant based, renewable packaging materials.
New milestone in bio-based acrylic acid production
BASF, Cargill and Novozymes achieved another milestone in development of technologies to produce acrylic acid from renewable raw materials.
Braskem joins a renewable isoprene project
Partnership between Braskem, Amyris and Michelin aims to develop and produce renewable isoprene for production of tire and other rubber applications.
New high-performance biopolymers
Lanxess' Levotan X-Biomer technology effectively utilizes biopolymers for a more sustainable production of high quality leather.
Bioplastic for board manufacturing from Jelu
At this year's Fakuma Jelu will present a new product in the form of a newly developed biocomposite to produce stable boards.
EU develops renewable bio-based economy
EU and industry partners launch €3.7 billion investments in the renewable bio-based economy.
SABIC launches certified renewable polyolefins portfolio
SABIC announced that it will launch its first portfolio of certified renewable polyolefins.
Reverdia showcases Biosuccinium at Chinaplas
As a first time exhibitor at Chinaplas 2014, Reverdia demonstrates the benefits of Biosuccinium sustainable succinic acid.
Sheet extrusion from renewable raw materials
KraussMaffei Berstorff presented its innovative concept for producing weatherproof sheets based on renewable raw materials.
Reverdia shows 100% bio-based succinic acid
As a first time exhibitor at the American Coatings Show 2014, Reverdia will highlight the benefits of Biosuccinium.
First report on biocomposites production in the EU
Production of wood and natural fibre composites in the European Union in 2012 reached 350,000 t.
BASF to acquire specialized enzyme biotechnology company Verenium
Proposed transaction will strengthen BASF's position in strategic growth market for enzymes.
API Spa and DLM Srl together for the Environment
Thanks to the collaboration between API and DLM the first protective cap for quick connect couplings in 100% biodegradable soft material has been created.
Production capacity of bio-based polymers will triple by 2020
Bio-based drop-in PET and PE/PP polymers and the new polymers PLA and PHA show the fastest rates of market growth, according to nova-Institut research.