4th Bioplastics Markets
Shanghai, China (June 01-02, 2010)
Bioplastics are no longer mere niche products. Instead, they are gaining an increasing share in the mass markets of the phone accessories, electronics, household appliances and foodstuffs industries. Brand names such as NEC, Bioserie, Electrolux, are all interested in bioplastics and will be panelists at CMT's 4th Bioplastics Market Conference.
In three years' time, Asia pacific region is expected to be the biggest bioplastics consumer [16-Nov-2009, source:Food Production Daily.] Are booming bioplastics here to stay?
In response to the expected growth in the emerging demand for bio-based polymers, several project expansions have come on stream and competition is heating up.
Bioamber, a joint venture between US-based DNP Green Technology and France-based ARD announces the successful start-up and commissioning of the world's first bio-based succinic acid plant. Since December 2009, the plant has been producing renewable succinic acid from wheat derived glucose.20/1/2010, BioPortfolio Limited.
Germany-based trade group European Bioplastics pointed out some of the major activities in 2009, such as US producer NatureWorks doubling its polylactic acid (PLA) production capacity to 140,000 tonnes/year; German chemical major BASF introducing new biodegradable plastics for coating paper and shrink film; and Italy-based Novamont launching its second-generation bioplastic Mater-Bi, as well as boosting capacity to 80,000 tonnes/year.19 March 2010 00:00 [Source: ICB]
Labeling confusion, skepticism about functionality, end-of-life issues, and a higher price compared with traditional plastics all continue to pose challenges. Some bioplastics still lack heat resistance, impact resistance and barrier properties. What are some current strengths and weaknesses, future threats and opportunities and leverage points for the bioplastics industry in a move towards sustainability?
Attend CMT's 4th Bioplastics Market Conference to find out more where these developments are taking place and the identification of near future trends in technological and industrial progress. Register online at www.cmtevents.com with your team today!
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