As for many other industries, also for bioplastics 2020 had been an exceptional year. Thus, its industry representatives were eager to come together to analyse the last twelve months and discuss about future market opportunities and challenges. Being the leading business forum for bioplastics, the annual European Bioplastics (EUBP) Conference, which took place from 30 November to 3 December 2020, provided the perfect platform. This year in a virtual format and with an interesting mix of topics that included the important policy processes as well as the latest industry innovations, the conference attracted a great number of participants from along the value chain of bio-based and biodegradable plastics.
In his opening speech, François de Bie, Chairman of the Board of European Bioplastics (EUBP), set the scene by emphasizing the important role of bio-ba