{"id":161435,"date":"2025-04-11T07:26:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-11T05:26:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/?p=161435"},"modified":"2025-04-07T12:24:17","modified_gmt":"2025-04-07T10:24:17","slug":"totalenergies-corbion-and-benvic-team-up-to-expand-low-carbon-luminy-pla-compounds-for-automotive-and-electronics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/totalenergies-corbion-and-benvic-team-up-to-expand-low-carbon-luminy-pla-compounds-for-automotive-and-electronics\/","title":{"rendered":"TotalEnergies Corbion and Benvic team up to expand low-carbon Luminy\u00ae PLA compounds for automotive and electronics"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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\u00a9 Benvic<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

TotalEnergies Corbion, a global leader in polylactic acid (PLA) bioplastics, and Benvic, a leading expert in compounding, have come together to drive the adoption of sustainable Luminy\u00ae PLA-based compounds. This collaboration will expand the use of plant-based solutions in durable applications such as automotive, healthcare and medical, cosmetics packaging, appliances, and electric & electronics.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Through this partnership, Benvic’s Plantura\u00ae portfolio, which incorporates TotalEnergies Corbion\u2019s Luminy\u00ae PLA, offers biobased alternatives with a significant lower carbon footprint. These solutions provide sustainable alternatives to conventional plastics such as ABS, PS and PP compounds. By compounding Luminy\u00ae PLA with other biobased materials, the collaboration enhances the functionality and performance of PLA, supporting the global transition to eco-friendly manufacturing practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cWe are excited to collaborate with Benvic in extending the usage of sustainable PLA compounds,\u201d said Hao Ding, Global Marketing Director at TotalEnergies Corbion<\/strong>. \u201cWith our strong network of brand owners and deep understanding of the PLA and the market, we are confident that together we can accelerate adoption in key industries, demonstrating the versatility and benefits of PLA far beyond packaging and food serviceware.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

This partnership brings together Benvic\u2019s technical expertise in compounding and TotalEnergies Corbion\u2019s PLA chemistry know-how, brand recognition, and regulatory support. By working together on product optimization and customer engagement, the two companies aim to position PLA compounds as innovative, scalable solutions for durable goods OEMs and brand-owners, particularly in automotive and electronics.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Automotive parts trials made with Plantura compounds from Benvic\u00a0<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
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\u201cBenvic has managed a continuous focus in terms of engineering and production capabilities on Plantura\u00ae because we believe in a biobased future,\u201d said Eric GRANGE, marketing director at Benvic. <\/strong>\u201cWith the support of TotalEnergies Corbion, we are poised to unlock new opportunities, strengthen our presence in the market, and deliver high-performance sustainable materials to our customers.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n

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\u00a9 Benvic<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
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About TotalEnergies Corbion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

TotalEnergies Corbion is a global leader in driving sustainable innovation with Poly Lactic Acid (PLA), reducing carbon footprints while fostering circularity. The biobased nature and compostability of our PLA means it has a lower carbon footprint while also contributing to the circular economy through mechanical and chemical recycling. The 50\/50 joint venture between TotalEnergies and Corbion, headquartered in the Netherlands,\u202foperates a cutting-edge PLA facility in Rayong, Thailand. Through the application of PLA across various sectors and collaboration throughout the value chain, TotalEnergies Corbion drives widespread adoption of bioplastics, envisioning a future where it revolutionizes industries and nurtures a healthier planet.\u00a0Website:\u00a0https:\/\/www.totalenergies-corbion.com\/<\/u><\/a>\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Benvic<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Founded in 1963, Benvic is one of the world\u2019s leading suppliers of thermoplastic compounds. From concept to fulfilment, Benvic develops, manufactures, and markets innovative and highly customized customer solutions used in a wide range of applications, namely construction, wire and cable, medical, automotive, fluid transport, and electrotechnical products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Integrated as the compounding platform of the International Chemical Investors Group, Benvic has approximately 630 employees and currently operates a total of 8 production sites in France, Italy, Spain, Poland, the UK and the USA. The group exports to over 60 countries worldwide. Fully committed to tailor-made polymer solutions and advancing the circular economy with recycled and biobased content, Benvic is – day after day – \u201cRedesigning Plastics. For Good\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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