The Profitable Way to Biobased Functionalized Aromatics
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Industry driven Shared Research Center Biorizon focuses on technology development for the production of functionalized biobased aromatics for performance materials, chemicals & coatings. Supported by a roadmap & inspired by our community.
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12-11-2020
TNO officially launches Biorizon spin-off Relement in presence of Dutch State Secretary
TNO’s 25th spin-off company, Relement, was announced during a digital working visit by Mona Keijzer, State Secretary for the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy (EZK). Biorizon spin-off Relement creates chemical building blocks based on bio-residuals instead of oil, thereby helping to make the chemical industry more sustainable.
Read more30-10-2020
Relement BV introduces bio-aromatics to the market
Relement BV was founded in Bergen op Zoom in the quiet of summer this year: the first company to focus on the commercial production and marketing of bio-aromatics developed under the Biorizon programme. Relement was founded by and is a spin-off of TNO, the developer of this specific bio-aromatics technology within the Biorizon programme.
Read more08-10-2020
TNO brings PYRENA-PYPO pyrolysis equipment to Green Chemistry Campus’ demo facility
There it is! The long-awaited PYRENA-PYPO installation has arrived at Biorizon's headquarters at the Green Chemistry Campus in Bergen op Zoom. With this highly advanced pyrolysis equipment, TNO's Energy Transition Unit will produce samples of bio-aromatics that will be tested in applications such as bitumen, rubber, marine fuels and resins.
Read more02-10-2020
Unique Lignin Oligomers for the Design of Tunable Polyurethane Bioresins
Biorizon co-initiator VITO has made considerable progress in the use of depolymerized lignin for application development. A recent scientific publication in ACS' Biomacromolecules shows that aldehyde-assisted fractionation (AAF) of lignocellulosic biomass, a defined process to depolymerize lignin from lignocellulosic feedstock, can be used for the creation of sustainable polyurethane with premium properties. Now, VITO will be able to process large amounts of lignin into depolymerized oil via their LignoValue Pilot Plant by the end of 2021.
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30-11-2020 - 03-12-2020 /
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European Bioplastics Conference
Having changed to a virtual format for this year, the annual European Bioplastics Conference continues being the world’s leading international business forum for the bioplastics industry. By using the latest state of the art online features, the conference will provide you with a one-of-a-kind opportunity to attain a 360° perspective on the industry, discuss with your global peers, and promote your business. Virtually, the event will allow you to connect to brands, policy makers, academia, and NGO’s from across the bioplastics industry.
Read more03-12-2020 /
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Biorizon Annual Event 2020
Please register for Biorizon's 7th Annual Event on Bio-Aromatics: 3 December. Over the past years, this event has developed itself into a 'must visit' event for anyone who's interested in renewable aromatics. Last edition attracted 156 participants from 14 countries that engaged in 180 matchmaking sessions and valued the event with an 8.3. Due to COVID-19 we decided to host this year's event online. By popular demand, we will still arrange virtual matchmaking sessions that can be scheduled as from now. Major industrial players, small to medium‑sized enterprises, and research and technology organisations from all over the world will join us online to discuss the latest progress in the field of bio-aromatics and to elaborate on opportunities to accelerate biobased business together. Currently, we are finalizing the program of our plenary 1:30h webinar. It promises to be an interesting, interactive and energetic virtual event. Because we know our community values the matchmaking part where they can meet representatives of the entire bio-aromatic value chain from all over the world, we decided to give you the opportunity to register to the event already and plan virtual matchmaking sessions. We're looking forward to meeting you online. Biorizon: The profitable way to biobased aromatics Biorizon is the most advanced and valued research program on bio-aromatics worldwide. Shared Research Center Biorizon, an initiative of TNO and VITO, has been co-creating technologies for the production of bio-aromatics at the Green Chemistry Campus in Bergen op Zoom since 2013. Together with industrial partners, Biorizon creates and develops innovative chemical processes for the production of renewable aromatics from residual biomass. Aromatics are important building blocks for the chemical industry: no less than 40% of chemicals are aromatic, and they bring essential functionalities such as durability and thermal and UV stability to products like plastics, resins and coatings. Bio-aromatics provide new functionalities and an impactful and green alternative for current petrochemical products that are difficult to re-use or recycle, including paints, adhesives and lubricants. Our aim is to enable commercial production of bio-aromatic building blocks by 2025. Please join our annual event on 3 December and get the opportunity to book virtual matchmaking sessions!
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