Bioplastics Week and Investing in the Future of Sustainable Plastics

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This year, the Plastics Industry Association’s annual Bioplastics Week marks a decade of campaigning for sustainable materials. Launched in 2016, Bioplastics Week has grown into a global platform for spotlighting developments in bioplastics on social media. The 2025 edition featured the Innovation in Bioplastics Award, awarded to CJ Biomaterials for its development of a marine-biodegradable material. Beyond awards and digital campaigns, Bioplastics Week points to significant developments in the sector. Bioplastics are moving from pilot to production, with scaling production driven by bold Research and Development (R&D) and strategic investment.

Each Bioplastics Week focuses on five major themes in the sector. 2025’s themes cover terminology, feedstocks, the process behind bioplastics production, usage in industry, end of life options, raising awareness and supporting the growth of the bioplastics industry. The latter is especially relevant to Ghazan Global, as sustainability is one of our key investment pillars. Bioplastics Week focuses on research and development (R&D) and investment in innovation for scaling bioplastics production.

Here is how we invest in the sector, and support R&D efforts:

CO2BioClean: Turning Emissions into Bioplastics 

CO2BioClean is a German start-up that is pioneering carbon-to-bioplastics conversion. Its technology captures industrial CO₂ emissions and transforms them into biodegradable polymers. This approach tackles both climate change and plastic pollution. CO2BioClean's successful fundraising and industry recognition affirm its innovative approach to bioplastics.

Plastrans Technologies: From Distribution to Bioplastics Leadership 

Based in Austria, Plastrans Technologies has evolved from a simple distributor into a rising leader in the sector. It has harnessed strategic partnerships and R&D to enter new markets and establish itself Its partnership with BioLogiQ brought NuPlastiQ® and BioBlends® to the European market. Made from surplus starch, these bioplastics are designed for compostability and reducing CO₂ emissions. Plastrans Technologies showcased its portfolio as an exhibitor at Fakuma 2023, with a focus on bio-circular polymers made from food industry waste. The company is investing in technical support and market development to accelerate adoption across packaging and automotive sectors. 

BioLogiQ: Scaling Starch-Based Biopolymers 

US based BioLogiQ is a key innovator in plant-based thermoplastics. Its NuPlastiQ® resin is made from starch and can be blended with traditional plastics to reduce carbon footprint and enhance biodegradability. BioLogiQ’s materials are certified for marine and soil biodegradation, and the company is expanding global partnerships to scale production and integrate into existing supply chains.

Investing in the Future of Bioplastics 

With growing calls to move away from fossil fuel, bioplastics are emerging as a viable alternative for petroleum-based materials. The convergence of R&D, policy support, and private investment creates the conditions necessary for scaling production and availability. As a proud investor in bioplastics development, Ghazan Global embraces the spirit of Bioplastics Week, and joins innovators, investors and manufacturers in supporting the growth of bioplastics.