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8 January 202422 December 2023

First biobased industrial coating demonstrated with partners Worlée Chemie and Baril Coatings

First of a kind, high performance, waterborne alkyd coating turns out to be a renewable solution with lower emissions and improvement of the safety profile


4 January 202420 December 2023

Phabuilder Set to Launch Marine-Degradable Straws and Cutlery

New alliance is goint to introduce three remarkable PHA-based product categories: straws, coatings, and injection-molded items into the consumer market


8 December 20234 December 2023

Bio-based Coated Fertilizers for a Sustainable Agricultural Future

With Bioweg's AgriWeg one can replace synthetic polymer-based coatings from seed and fertilizer industry to promote a more eco-friendly approach to farming


7 December 20232 December 2023

Circular Matters and StoneCycling launch CornWall®: Organic waste transformed into climate-positive design

CornWall® is a tile or sheet material made from regional (Western Europe) corncob cores destined for fermentation, burning as biomass or simply to remain on the field


27 November 202323 November 2023

Phabuilder Set to Launch Marine-Degradable Straws and Cutlery

With PhaBuilder's expertise and Hengxin Life's position the collaboration seeks to maximize the potential of PHA (Polyhydroxyalkanoates)


17 November 202316 November 2023

Lignin coating makes geotextiles made from environmentally friendly natural fibers durable

The German Institutes of Textile and Fiber Research Denkendorf (DITF) are developing a bio-based protective coating that extends their service life


13 November 20237 November 2023

AIMPLAS is developing food and cosmetic packaging products from ocean by-products such as fish gelatine and fishing nets within the EcoeFISHent project

34 partners from 7 different countries participate in this initiative which aims to promote a demonstrable and replicable cluster for eco-efficient valorization of fishing and fish industries side-streams


16 October 202310 October 2023

Single-Use Plastics Directive: Notpla identifies “huge loopholes” while gaining directive exemption

Made from seaweed and plant extracts, Notpla provides an internal coating for food takeaway boxes to retain moisture and grease in food and maintain the packaging’s robustness


12 October 20237 October 2023

Carbon Recycling International (CRI) and Jiangsu Sailboat start up world’s most efficient CO2-to-methanol plant

This methanol will be used to produce chemical derivatives, including sustainable plastics and EVA coatings for solar panels


29 September 202326 September 2023

EU funds €4.5 million to bioeconomy project exploring sustainable adhesives and coatings from tree bark

In a four-year project the partners will improve the sustainability and safety profiles of adhesive and coating products


21 August 202315 August 2023

Nature Coatings Secures $2.45 Million in Funding Led by Regeneration.VC and The 22 Fund

Biochemicals Company to Accelerate Growth and Expansion of Bio-Based Solutions


10 August 20234 August 2023

Glaukos develops biobased textile fibres to tackle plastic pollution

The EU-funded project is developing eco-designed fishing gear and clothing, and will scale up its production process


1 August 202327 July 2023

Pioneering the world’s first high-performance coatings containing phthalic anhydride made from plastic waste

Beckers is collaborating with suppliers to incorporate raw materials, made from recycled plastic, into its paints. The ability to turn waste plastic into new raw materials will promote circularity and reduce emissions


27 July 202324 July 2023

Melodea’s Sustainable Barrier Coating Boosts Food Packaging Recyclability

Green-Tech company's high-performance barrier coating is an eco-friendly alternative to plastic packaging including EVOH


29 June 202322 June 2023

Henkel Adhesive Technologies is driving progress towards climate-positive operations

Henkel has a longstanding track-record as a leader in sustainability for decades and constantly drives transformational change to create value for its stakeholders


14 June 20239 June 2023

Sustainability as a Success Factor: OQ Chemicals Launches Biobased Oxbalance TCD Alcohol DM

The OxBalance product line uses the ISCC PLUS mass balance approach, which tracks renewable raw materials in chemical manufacturing processes and assigns them to the products


4 May 20233 May 2023

The world’s first bio-material toilet is made from wood

Woodio Block, a 100% waterproof solid wood composite toilet seat, wins Design Plus Award powered by ISH at Frankfurt am Main in March 2023


5 April 20234 April 2023

Melodea’s New Solution for Plastic Pollution

Recyclable barrier coating experts' new sealant and pilot coating plant help stop plastic waste


31 March 202328 March 2023

Sustainable natural-fiber reinforcement for textile-reinforced concrete components

Fraunhofer WKI researchers in collaboration with Biberach University of Applied Sciences and the industrial partner FABRINO were able to verify that textile-reinforced components with natural-fiber reinforcement could replace conventionally reinforced concrete components


30 March 202327 March 2023

Amcor, Nfinite enter into joint research agreement to leverage nanotechnology in recyclable and compostable packaging

In the proof-of-concept phase of the project, Nfinite’s new coating technology will be applied to Amcor’s existing recyclable and compostable packaging material


22 March 202317 March 2023

Ingevity to highlight Capa® caprolactone high performance polyol technology and expanded vegetable oil-based offerings at the European Coatings Show 2023

The coatings application manager at Ingevity, Amanda Tosh, will present a study on the benefits achieved when using polycaprolactone-based polyols in 2K polyurethane coatings


21 March 202316 March 2023

BASF starts Sovermol® production in Mangalore, India

First bio-based polyol production facility in Asia Pacific, serving the fast-growing demand of eco-friendly products for New Energy Vehicles


9 March 20236 March 2023

Cross-linked chitosan/tannin extract as a biodegradable and repulpable coating for paper with excellent oil-resistance, gas barrier and UV-shielding

A new study shows chitosan-/tanninextract based epoxy as biodegradable and recyclable coating for paper - with excellent water, oil and UV-aging resistance


14 February 20239 February 2023

Stahl to strenghten and diversify specialty coatings activity with acquisition of ICP Industrial Solutions Group

This transaction will strengthen Stahl’s position as the global leader in the field of specialty coatings for flexible materials


31 January 202326 January 2023

Wingram Introduces a Green & Sustainable Material: BioAcetate S70

BioAcetate S70’s primary usage is within the eyewear industry. Alternative applications include but are not limited to, household appliances, electronic cigarette parts, and smart phone accessories and covers


28 November 202223 November 2022

Melodea Enters U.S. with Plastic-Free Packaging Solution

New U.S. plant to boost production of its paper sidestream-sourced barrier coating to serve the Americas


Southampton’s Biome Technologies secure Innovate UK grant

Southampton Bioplastic firm, Biome Technologies, have secured a grant from Innovate UK in order to scale their range of natural plastic packaging and coatings


1 September 202229 August 2022

Continental Relies on Bio-​Attributed PVC BIOVYN™ for Technical and Decorative Surface Materials

The use of BIOVYN™ resins meets increasing customer demand for more sustainable raw materials


8 August 20224 August 2022

Tired of Plastic Packaging? Get Creative with Recyclable EcoShield® Heat Sealable Paper!

New Cortec packaging material offers a recyclable, versatile option and allows the user to create countless customized packaging configurations


4 August 20221 August 2022

Advanced Biochemical Thailand (ABT) Launches New EPINITY™ Brand

The bio-based, drop-in, and competitive Epichlorohydrin is a key milestone for ABT to represent the company’s long experience in the reliable supply of high quality bio-based ECH


1 August 202227 July 2022

Silk offers an alternative to some microplastics

A team of scientists at MIT and elsewhere has developed a system based on silk that could provide an inexpensive and easily manufactured substitute


12 July 20227 July 2022

Eco Safety, Inc acquires Soy Technologies, LLC to expand its biobased coatings and methylene chloride alternatives

Renewably Sourced Bio-based Intermediates for Safer Paints, Stains, Sealers and R&D Advancements to Create Non Toxic Paint Strippers With Better Efficacy


27 June 202220 June 2022

INTERVIEW: High energy prices to boost sustainability megatrend – Covestro CFO

Like all chemicals producers in Europe, the company is experiencing higher energy and raw materials costs, but in Q1 it was able to pass on over 90% of these costs and sees demand momentum carrying into Q2


25 June 202221 July 2022

AIRCARBON x Paper: Newlight Launches the World’s First Plastic-Free AIRCARBON-Coated Paper Bowls and Plates

Company has developed an innovative plastic-free PHB biomaterial using a nature-based carbon capture process, resulting in a paper product that is moisture-resistant and grease-resistant


8 June 20221 June 2022

Walki introduces a broad portfolio of recyclable materials for the growing frozen food segment

Walki is answering to the growing demand for frozen food by expanding its portfolio of recyclable materials


23 May 202220 May 2022

Technip Energies Announces a License Agreement with OCIKUMHO for a 100 KTA EPICEROL® Plant in Malaysia

OCIKUMHO will be the first to manufacture epichlorohydrin in Malaysia


20 May 202217 May 2022

BASF and BMW Group rely on renewable raw materials for automotive coatings

The BMW Group is the first OEM to use BASF paints certified according to the biomass balance approach. Reducing fossil resources and using more sustainable raw materials minimizes the carbon footprint. Clearcoat and e-coat avoid around 40% of CO2 each


18 May 202213 May 2022

Research collaboration developing sustainable textile coating inspired by bees

Re-designing materials for a circular economy


11 May 20226 May 2022

Danimer Scientific and Kemira Expand Exclusive Partnership to Commercialize Fully Biobased Barrier Coatings

New multi-year license and supply agreement builds on successful joint development of biobased coatings for paper and board products using sustainable biopolymer


21 March 202215 March 2022

A unique green composite obtained from coconut fiber: Roads Can Be Built from Coconut

New international study found, that coconut fibers - due to their lightness and strength, can be used to cover autobahns, create interiors for railway cars and airplanes, as well as for domestic needs


9 February 20223 February 2022

TerraVerdae Bioworks to acquire PolyFerm Canada

TerraVerdae expands its PHA technology portfolio to create new biodegradable bioplastic products


14 December 20219 December 2021

A new Teflon® for a new world: Teflon® Reimagined

The new Teflon EcoElite™ finish contains 60% renewably sourced raw materials and is also up to three times more durable than other non-fluorinated, water-repellent finishes


15 September 202110 September 2021

Bio-based coating for wood outperforms traditional synthetic options

Researchers turn a non-toxic residue into wood coating that resists abrasion, stain, and sunlight


27 May 202116 June 2021

Danimer Scientific Receives Innovation Research Grant to Support Biodegradable Plastic Solutions

Project to be conducted with University of Minnesota’s Forever Green Initiative to investigate pennycress oil in production of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), a biodegradable plastic alternative


21 May 202116 June 2021

Paraexcel – Fighting post-harvest loss with edible coatings

The start-up uses only organic raw materials and organic wastes for their innovation named “Phytorbit”


18 May 202113 September 2021

Bioactive paper coatings to replace plastic for packaging foods

Fraunhofer-researchers have developed an eco-friendly coating for paper packaging that is either saving plastics, but also extends the coating of plant-based proteins and waxes as it extends the shelf life of food


29 April 202118 June 2021

Teknos and Brightplus cooperate to develop bio-based and biodegradable solutions for food packaging

Replacing the traditional plastic film with this new bio-based barrier coating can also enable wider use of fibre-based material in food packaging


11 March 20218 March 2021

Brightplus and Natural Indigo Finland drive sustainable decorative colours

Natural Indigo Finland provides Brightplus with natural vegetable peel-based side-streams for BrightBio® water-based coatings


24 February 202124 February 2021

Obst im Schutzmantel

Avocados und Zitrusfrüchte sollen länger haltbar sein, wenn sie mit einer speziellen Schicht überzogen werden. Edeka und Rewe nutzen diese Coating-Technologie


16 February 202111 February 2021

Water-repellent and more: coating textiles sustainably with chitosan

In the last few years Fraunhofer IGB and partners in the HydroFichi project have researched how this can be done

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