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JEC World 2025 highlights: Evolving recycling and biomaterials technologies
Hannah Mason | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞCW technical editor Hannah Mason shares sustainability-focused composites trade show highlights featuring maturation, scale-up, new partnerships, and new technologies in biomaterials and recycling.
Moving toward sustainable automotive parts manufacturing
Hannah Mason | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞHow can the automotive supply chain prepare for future sustainability requirements? Tier 1 Kautex Textron discusses emissions reduction, design for circularity and transition to recycled/bio-based plastics.
PUR composite sandwich panels for 3D automotive parts, high-volume panels and more
Hannah Mason | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞAt its U.S. sites, Ascorium produces glass fiber/PUR 3D parts via semi-automated molding, high-volume flat panels via a continuous line while working toward bio-based PUR and recycling.
Biomaterials make strides toward composites sustainability
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingA compilation of trends in development or application of natural fibers, bio-based resins and more showcases industry players, educational institutes and global projects.
Evolving natural fiber technology to meet industry sustainability needs
Hannah Mason | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞFrom flax fiber composite boats to RV exterior panels to a circularity model with partnerships in various end markets, Greenboats strives toward its biomaterials and sustainable composites vision in an ever-changing market.
Post Cure: Natural mineral fiber biocomposite via AFP enhances implant integration
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingArctic Biomaterials produces high-quality composite biomaterials incorporating a natural mineral fiber that is useful in medical and healthcare-related fields.
Biomaterials in the news
Cathay bio-based continuous TPC enables aviation container airworthiness certification
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingRAP-AT1 active aviation temperature-controlled container passed CAAC review and earned authorization for commercialization, driving China’s aviation cold chain equipment sector.
Levante, ACS Srl begin R&D project for rCF solar panel delivery
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingUse of recycled carbon fiber and bioresins aim to reshape the future of photovoltaic energy and mobility.
CompPair joins NERTHUS initiative propelling mobility-focused green composites development
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingCentral to the consortium’s efforts are the creation of fast-curing, bio-based resins for press curing, self-healing bio-based composites and demonstration of their feasibility.
Bio-based composite Skaw A foiling scow yacht is built with Greenpoxy resins
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingSicomin has partnered with Skaw Sailing and Shoreteam to deliver a foiling yacht design for cruising that embodies durability and performance with a low environmental impact.
Evonik publishes life cycle assessment data in online database
Jessica Pompili | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞEvonik has made LCA information available for its High Performance Polymers Plastics database, which incorporates its fiber-reinforced and transparent polyamide products.
Exel launches commercial-scale use of INEOS bio-based resins
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingCircular feedstock-based Envirez serves as a springboard for the pultrusion specialist to phase out use of hydrocarbon-derived resins, reducing 21% manufacturing emissions.
Okom wrks labs works with Autodesk for mycelium-based composite commercialization
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingResearch Residency program will further refine material properties and manufacturing processes to support the startup’s efforts of providing high-performance, regenerative biocomposite solutions.
NREL develops biomass-derived resin PECAN for wind blades
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingDemonstration and findings validate PECAN as a method for developing long blades that perform well with composites, outperform some resins and enable chemical recycling.
CUBIC project updates reinforce focus on bio-based composites development
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingWork is currently underway by project coordinator Aitiip and consortium partners innovating various polyamide, carbon fibers and epoxy resins as part of its goal to replace petroleum-based derivatives in automotive, energy and beyond.
Duplicor biocomposite cladding aids redevelopment of ABN AMRO office building in Amsterdam
Ginger Gardiner | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞChosen for low CO2 footprint, RC value >9, fire resistance, light weight and high strength, Duplicor façade structures are key to two-story extension.
BiDebA project supports bio-based adhesives development for composites
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingFive European project partners are to engineer novel bio-based adhesives, derived from renewable resources, to facilitate composites debonding, circularity in transportation markets.
Optiplan automotive sandwich panels optimized via AOC rPET resin series
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingIncorporation of AOC’s Synolite rPET resins into FRP cover sheets enables the development of more eco-friendly truck construction.
ASK Chemicals fosters circular economy via distillate recycling
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingThe suitability of the recycling and reuse of solvents as a source for new resin and material formulations has been confirmed over years of research.
On the radar: Biomaterials take center stage in composites manufacturing
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingCW provides examples of current developments and collaborations in sustainable fiber development, accessibility.
Lignin reinforcement enhances PLA biopolymer functionality
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingIntensive development work between Synergy Horizon Poland and KraussMaffei has resulted in development of bio-based PLA using 30% hydrolized lignin during extrusion processes.
Sicomin GreenPoxy 33 chosen for Spleene kiteboard range
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingFlax fiber multiaxial reinforcement plies, a CNC milled wood core and bamboo rail sections are press molded together using Sicomin’s bio-epoxy resin system for an eco-friendly twintip kiteboard production.
UMaine BioHome3D meets sustainability, strength and durability goals
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingData collected from one year of outdoor testing reasserts the 3D-printed, bio-based structure’s viability to address housing challenges, sets the stage for future development.
DumoLab's biodegradable arch enables biocomposite concrete alternatives
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingTerrene 3.0 is a compression-dominant arch developed as a multidisciplinary research project composed of natural fiber-reinforced sand and other biomaterials that delivers eco-friendly, less energy-intensive building methods.
Biomaterials based products
Entropy Resins introduces BIOinfusion epoxy formulation
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingBio-based resin system is specifically formulated for infusion processes without sacrificing strength or durability.
Formula 1 showcase car demonstrates future materials, manufacturing capabilities
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingJEC World 2025: SHD Composite Materials and KS Composites are exhibiting the collaboratively developed Sustainability Showcase Car, highlighting a commitment to low environmental impact composite solutions.
Xenia Materials launches 3DF filaments, expands into FDM, FFF
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products Finishing3D printing filament collection incorporates carbon fiber reinforcement, bio-based options.
BioPowder introduces olive stone-based fiber additives, fillers
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingOlea FP brand transforms olive oil byproducts into high-quality powders with optimal performance that act as fillers and additives for composite applications.
Super Resin Inc. highlights plant-based epoxy resin, foam core
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingEco-friendly resin system using glycol lignin offers an eco-friendly option for CFRP structures and components, and core materials.
Syensqo expands bio-based portfolio with novel MTM epoxy prepreg
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingBio-based MTM 49-3 responds to sustainability goals in automotive, containing 30% bio-sourced monomers.
SHD Group announces bio-content epoxy prepreg with flexible processing, extended out-life
VTB301 has up to 25% bio-content, and is capable in multiple forms of processing.
HO Sports unveils Sabre water ski with bio-based foam core
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingNew water ski developed in partnership with Checkerspot brings high-performance biomaterials to watersports, replacing petroleum-based materials with algae-derived core.
Asahi Kasei presents circular composite solutions for EV batteries
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingNovel thermoplastic composite materials, a bio-based and biodegradable nanofiber and a technology that chemically recycles PA66 polymers enable more circular, lightweight and connective EVs.
Sperlu prepolymers enable high-performance epoxy resins with up to 80% bio-based content
Ginger Gardiner | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞSpero Renewables has received funding to further scale its pilot production, enabling tunable epoxy resins for composites with Tg of 65-160°C and storage modulus >2,000 megapascals.
SHD Composites supports sustainability initiatives with launch of epoxy prepreg systems
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingSHD introduces its MTB350 component prepreg system and LTB310-1 low-temperature cure epoxy tooling prepreg with 30% bio-derived content.
SABIC launches bio-based, amorphous polymers to support sustainability goals
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingThe ISCC-designated high-performance polyetherimide (PEI) materials offer the same mechanical properties as incumbent Ultem materials, with a focus on challenging applications and a reduced carbon footprint.
Lanxess launches renewable, biocomposite material
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingThe material combines natural flax fibers with bio-based polylactic acid, which acts as the matrix, for a material that is 100% recyclable.
Ru-bix launches a range of bio-based, hybrid tooling boards
Chris PasionRu-bix’s new tooling board products include boards that uses a mix of biomaterial and recycled board swarf, and hybrid boards with high Tg and low CTE.
Applied Graphene Materials launches eco-friendly graphene dispersions range
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingNew bio-based range enables paints, coatings and composites manufacturers to improve product without compromising on performance.
NatureWorks Ingeo 3D700 biopolymer reduces LSAM warpage, minimizes print failures
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingTesting by NatureWorks’ global partners demonstrates a shrink rate less than 0.25% in printed parts and obtainable lower print temperatures due to optimized melt viscosity and microstructure.
Sicomin launches FireGreen 37 fire-retardant, bio-epoxy laminating resin system
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingMore sustainable formulation features 25% plant-based carbon content, a halogen-free chemistry and has been optimized for hand laminating processes.
Lanxess launches bio-based prepolymer line Adiprene Green
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingThe bio-based prepolymer line are easy to handle and enable a suitable replacement for existing fossil-based polyether prepolymers.