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Europe aims to scale up the bioeconomy, but who will pay for the production plants?
It is a question that is now on the minds of the entire European bio-economy: how…
“It was supposed to be a three-month project”
When the Bio-based Industries Consortium (BIC) was founded, it was a modest initiative involving some thirty…
Defence as a strategic opportunity for industrial biotechnology and biomanufacturing
Dual use has been an uncomfortable side issue in European innovation policy for years, but is…
Europe must prove that it can scale up biobased innovation
The biobased economy in Europe is at a tipping point. This became clear during Tech Tour…
The future of bioplastics in packaging
The market for biobased packaging is growing steadily, but for now remains stuck at a share…
Biobased textiles are gaining ground
The textile industry is at a turning point. While global demand for fibres continues to rise,…
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CBE JU reports record demand and stronger industrial momentum in 2025
Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking says its latest annual results show a maturing European bio-based ecosystem,…
Dual-use offers a strategic opportunity for the biobased industries
The European biobased industry must position itself more clearly as a strategic sector for both civilian…
Last chance: register now for the CBE JU Info Day 2026
On 12 March 2026, the Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) will host an online…
European bioeconomy grows, but scaling up remains a major hurdle
The Bio-based Industries Consortium (BIC) has published its 2025 annual report. It portrays a sector that…
“Make food producers pay for food waste collection”
Europe’s food waste, climate and circular economy targets can only be achieved if food producers contribute…
€170.7 million for advancing Europe’s bio-economy
The Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) has published its work programme for 2026, unveiling…
