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.
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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.
European Parliament supports use of biodegradable mulch films
The Plenary of the European Parliament voted in favour of supporting biodegradable mulch films in the revision of the EU Fertilizers Regulation.
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.
European Bioplastics elects new Board
François de Bie confirmed as Chairman
Global bioplastics production capacities continue to grow despite low oil price
Stronger political support needed to realise full potential of bio-based materials in Europe.
Garmets made from Evonik's biopolyamide at K 2016
The elegant garments presented at K are made 100 percent of innovative biopolyamide fibers based on Vestamid Terra.
Bioplastics are key to unlock EU's potential for resource-efficient economy
10th European Bioplastics Conference in Berlin attracts more than 350 experts from around the world.
MCPP to introduce Durabio at Fakuma 2015
At Fakuma MCPP - Mitsubishi Chemical Performance Polymers introduces Durabio, the new engineered material pushing the boundaries of mineral glass.
Composites Europe 2015: Composites as key technology
From 22-24 September, the trade fair in Stuttgart exhibits a whole range of fibre-reinforced plastics.
French law introduces measures to strengthen bioplastics market
Biobased, biodegradable fruit and vegetable bags will be mandatory in France as of January 2017.
