A sustainable material for food and medical applications

The Bioplastics & Biopolymers Market is projected to reach USD 27.3 billion by 2027, at a CAGR of 18.9%. Bioplastics are plastics derived from renewable sources such as corn, potatoes, rice, soy, sugarcane, wheat, and vegetable oil, while biopolymers are

Plastic is an inescapable element in modern society, used in the packaging of food and beverages, as well as in the production of tubes, clothing, vehicles and aircraft. Its use is essentially based on fossil fuel sources. Although its recycling

The green packaging market continues to grow as businesses respond to increasing consumer demand for sustainable, eco-friendly products. The global green packaging industry was valued at over $253.8 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach $561.6 billion by 2031,

Plastic is an omnipresent material in modern life. We use it for packaging food and drink, and in manufacturing like making pipes, clothing, or even cars and airplanes. This is also a material made almost exclusively from fossil

Southampton-based bioplastics and radio frequency technology business Biome Technologies plc has announced reports of encouraging group revenue growth in its Trading Update for the quarter ended March 31 2023. Group revenues were up to £1.9 million, which is a 77

With compostable packaging increasingly in demand, some voices are questioning whether these materials can break down in UK composting facilities – at scale. An item may hold compostability certification, but does that mean it can successfully break down

Plastic is as essential as its current manufacture is unsustainable. But locals are making big strides towards sustainability. Ask someone (except perhaps a chemical engineer) what bioplastic is and the common answer will be plastic that is made

Rising awareness of the effects of climate change and plastic pollution from packaging has led consumers to be more conscious of the environmental impact of their buying choices. This has led to a surging interest in sustainable packaging alternatives, including compostables.

April 2023 will mark 5 years of research, development and infield testing of the Vigilis-Bio Tree Shelter and mark over 2 years of Vigilis-Bio shelters being planted in situ across the UK and US. A truly innovative tree

Biopolymers are polymers that are created from organic and plant-based materials such as rice. They are being developed by various companies and laboratories across the globe. These miraculous materials will likely be the building blocks of the packaging

The Challenge The aim was to establish mixed broadleaf trees on farmland adjacent to existing woodland, where Roe deer and rabbits are plentiful. The site falls within the HS2 ‘buffer’ zone and therefore attracts strong incentives for landowners

Last November, we announced our collaboration with Thomas Swan, one of the UK’s leading chemical manufacturers, to bring novel FDCA-based polymers to market. After nine years of significant work by our scientists, engineers and supporting partners, our collaboration

The Challenge The first phase of the Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Wood was planted in 2012, with a further tranche of planting work taking place in 2019/20. The very wet planting season delayed the start, so there was

Redditch, Worcestershire – Vigilis Tree Shelters The Challenge The aim was to establish mixed broadleaf trees on farmland adjacent to existing woodland, where Roe deer and rabbits are plentiful. The site falls within the HS2 ‘buffer’ zone and

The Challenge Much of the Broughton Estate has been grazed by sheep for many years, but with the owner wanting to ‘re-wild’ large parts of the estate – allowing deer, rabbits, and hares to move freely amongst newly