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Dear members,
We are pleased to share the October issue of the European Bioplastics Bulletin with you, containing the latest news and insights from the bioplastics industry. Some contents are for members only, and you can access them via the members area on our website (login: Members / 2017Bioplastics).
If you have any questions, comments, or interesting news or topics to share, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Enjoy the read!
Kind regards from the European Bioplastics team
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Concrete policy asks for the revision of the EU Bioeconomy Strategy
Initiated by the Circular Economy Action Plan in 2015, the EU Bioeconomy Strategy is currently under review, which will provide a good opportunity for new political momentum and orientation. The Bioeconomy Strategy is needed to ensure that fossil resources are replaced with sustainable natural alternatives as part of the transition to a low-carbon circular economy. Its main purpose is to streamline existing policy approaches in this area. The European Bioeconomy Alliance (EUBA), an informal alliance of 12 leading European organisations representing sectors active in the bioeconomy in Europe, including European Bioplastics (EUBP), now published 5 specific policy asks for the revision of the EU Bioeconomy Strategy...
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Final speaker line-up of the European Bioplastics Conference 2017
Every year, the European Bioplastics Conference features a well-rounded conference programme attracting senior executives from across the bioplastics value chain, policy bodies, NGOs, and brand owners. We are happy to announce the final speaker line-up of this year’s conference, taking place on 28-29 November 2017 in Berlin, Germany...
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European Parliament supports use of biodegradable mulch films
On 24 October 2017, the Plenary of the European Parliament voted in favour of supporting biodegradable mulch films in the revision of the EU Fertilizers Regulation. European Bioplastics (EUBP), the association for the bioplastics industry in Europe, welcomes the outcome. “The inclusion of biodegradable mulches in the EU Fertilizers Regulation will help to harmonise regulations across the EU Member States and to create a single market for bio-based and biodegradable materials used in agriculture”, says François de Bie, Chairman of EUBP...
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These are the finalists for the annual Bioplastics Award 2017
In a well-received tradition, the winner of the annual Bioplastics Award will be announced by the bioplastics MAGAZINE during the 12th European Bioplastics Conference on 28 November in Berlin. A jury will select the winner from five finalists: a foldable, reusable insulating box by ICEE Containers (Australia), the futurecraft Biofabric shoe by Adidas and Amsilk (Germany), the first Bio-Technopolymer 'I am NATURE‘ by MAIP (Italy), a bioplastic toothbrush made of wood scraps by Biobrush (Germany), and the fully biobased pedestrian bridge by TU/e Technische Universiteit Eindhoven (The Netherlands).
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Five-year EU flagship project to establish an innovative supply chain for FDCA and PEF
PEFerence, a €25 million EU project, was officially launched at the end of September 2017. The partners will be cooperating for the next five years to establish an innovative value chain for FDCA (2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid) and PEF (Polyethylene furanoate), including the intended construction of a 50,000 tons reference plant in Antwerp...
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News in brief
- IKEA’s first large-scale bioplastic product
- NatureWorks develops nonwoven technology for absorbent hygiene products
- Bio-based PA used for operator controls in tractors
- New bioplastic innovations from cosmetic pots to sushi platters
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Upcoming Members Meeting – Save the date!
The next EUBP Members Meeting will take place on 27 November 2017 at the hotel Maritim proArte, a day before the European Bioplastics Conference. More information will follow soon.
At our online members area you will also find detailed information on the latest development in our network, minutes and documents from our Product and Working Groups, updates on past and upcoming Members Meetings, and information on new members that have recently joined the European Bioplastics association.
To find out more, simply click on the link below and log in to the website members area: name Members, password 2017Bioplastics
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