After two years of successful lab testing of over 750 samples, Biome Bioplastics’ biodegradable tree shelters can now be inquired. The company has created a high-performing product that can be installed and protect trees in the same way as conventional plastic tree shelters. However, Biome Bioplastics’ tree shelters fully biodegrade at the end of their […]
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The BBIA recently conducted a series of interviews with British shoppers, which have revealed clear confusion with the current labelling system for plastic packaging. The study, which was part of the Bio-based Industries Joint Undertaking (BBI-JU) funded Usable Packaging project, saw respondents outline confusion over logos, with the majority suggesting that they lack the information […]
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BBIA member Oceanium has been featured in an article by Sifted, which reports on the development of the seaweed market outside Asia. The work of Oceanium in the sector is highlighted alongside other startups, all of which are helping to build a sector that is currently in its infancy within Europe. Sifted outlines the challenges […]
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BBIA member Floreon, an award-winning producer of plant-based plastics, has recently been featured in a global patent protection case study by intellectual property law firm UDL. The case study details how UDL filed patents for Floreon’s new heat resistant and flame retardant PLA-based material, securing a strong commercial position for Floreon as a result. Pointing […]
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The BBIA was founded in 2015 with seven original members. Today, six years later, we are proud to announce that though still a small organisation, the BBIA’s membership has grown to 31. These members represent the whole value chain for the production, transformation and distribution of bio-based and biodegradable materials in the UK. Several large […]
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Which ? reports on compostable plastics, how to use and dispose of them in this article here written with the help of BBIA. The article outlines the distinction between biodegradable and compostable plastics, how to dispose of each of these different types of plastic, and advises on reusing instead of recycling. […]
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BBIA Managing Director David Newman participated in a debate held by Ian Bates and Dan Evans from REELbrands. The debate focussed on the influence of money; what is really fuelling climate change and the impact this is having on the environment and society. A huge topic indeed, which David managed to clearly articulate in clear […]
Packaging manufacturer Novolex has recently acquired Vegware, a rapidly growing international provider of compostable foodservice packaging based in Scotland. Vegware’s UK and US teams are expected to join Novolex following the acquisition, with the company becoming part of Novolex’s Eco-Products portfolio of brands. The brand is set to remain intact, continuing to sell its products […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxwdlyjRnWU Plastic waste has rightly been vilified for the damage it can do to the environment. One of the biggest problems is the amount of time plastic takes to degrade – remaining in ecosystems potentially for hundreds of years. By the middle of this century it is thought that there will be more kilograms of […]
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TIPA and shelf-life extension specialist PerfoTec have joined forces to create compostable packaging that doubles the shelf life of fresh produce. The partnership comes as consumer demand for low-waste packaging continues to grow, and suppliers seek sustainable packaging solutions that don’t compromise produce quality. The laser micro-perforated compostable film provides retailers and suppliers with the […]
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