news

The Dutch trade journal ‘Kunststof en rubber‘ (synthetics and rubber) wrote an extensive article in their magazine (in Dutch). The introduction translates as follows: A strong, circular, transparent bio-resin as a binder in thermosetting composites and insulation materials; based on agricultural residues and toxic-free; moisture- and temperature-resistant from -50 to over 200 degrees Celsius and thus…

2024 is almost behind us. Last year, together with our partners, we again made great strides towards a future with circular and CO2 negative materials. And we will of course continue on this path in 2025! We are looking forward to good cooperation and more great sustainable results. Wishing you good holidays and and a…

AMSTERDAM, Netherlands, December 2, 2024 — Saint-Gobain Benelux has announced via the Group’s venture arm Nova by Saint-Gobain, a minority equity investment in the privately-owned Dutch company Plantics B.V. The collaboration will allow both companies to combine their R&D capabilities, manufacturing expertise, and market reach. Together, Saint-Gobain and Plantics will develop innovative circular construction materials…

At Orgatec, the premier trade fair for workplace and office furnishings held in Cologne last October, Plantics showcased how natural materials combined with their bio-resin create the perfect foundation for sustainable furniture. Their partner, Vepa, unveiled two exciting product lines that highlight the potential for eco-friendly and circular furniture. One of Vepa’s innovations is an…

Plantics’ plant-based bio-resin is emerging as an innovative solution for wood panel manufacturers seeking to enhance the sustainability and circularity of their production processes. This was particularly evident last October at the European Wood-based Materials Symposium in Hamburg, where many manufacturers expressed interest in the potential of Plantics’ offerings. At this key industry event, the…