Biomaterials in CW Articles, News and Products
CW's Latest Biomaterials Articles
Scaling up, optimizing the flax fiber composite camper
Hannah Mason | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞGreenlander’s Sherpa RV cab, which is largely constructed from flax fiber/bio-epoxy sandwich panels, nears commercial production readiness and next-generation scale-up.
Spanish startup to ramp up production of “recyclable” EV prototype
Hannah Mason | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞLiux’s BIG electric vehicle features multiple structural components manufactured via RTM from flax fabric and a thermoset resin said to enable the entire component to be recycled and reused again.
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.
Biomaterials in the news
F1 team debuts bio-based carbon fiber on W16 rear wheel shields
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingThe technically performant components outfitting the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team’s race car were developed using Syensqo resin with 30% bio-based materials.
ACS presents biocomposites research in final MAGISTRA project seminar
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingThe initiative, its findings and the discovered value of biocomposites’ combined technological performance and environmental responsibility were shared in Italy.
BIOS MATER project to drive safe, circular and low-carbon construction
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingFour bio-based products testing materials like bio-based thermoplastics and fiber-reinforced bio-resin composites will be developed and tested under real conditions to prove their performance, scalability and environmental impact.
Clean Aviation Pax Cabin Demonstrator uses biocomposites to cut weight, environmental impact
Ginger Gardiner | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞFull-scale regional aircraft fuselage equipped with cabin structures and systems demonstrates next-gen interiors to TRL 6 with successful FST, noise and vibration testing performance.
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.
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.