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The Biopolymers Symposium 2013 is the industry’s most comprehensive U.S. bioplastics conference. At Biopolymers 2013, nearly 60 expert speakers will cover issues including sustainable feedstocks; the use of biopolymers in compostable food service ware; rigid and flexible biopolymer packaging and single use applications; innovations in materials; strategic partnerships to commercialize new products and much more. The level of organizations that you'll hear from and the networking you'll do at Biopolymers 2013 - June 11-12 at Chicago’s world-renowned Field Museum - is simply unrivalled. The 250+ anticipated attendees will also hear from a diverse group of bioplastics developers, manufacturers and end-users including Algix; BIOFASE, Cascade Engineering; Cereplast; EcoLogic; European Bioplastics; IBM; Kimberly-Clark; Micromidas; Procter & Gamble; Seattle Mariners/Safeco Field; Volvo Group Trucks Technology and 30+ additional speakers.

This is the industry's longest running and most comprehensive U.S. bioplastics conference, bringing together more than 250 key players and decision makers for debates, discussion and networking. Biopolymers 2012 will focus on innovation; provide an in-depth look at efforts to secure feedstock sustainability for biopolymer resins and end-use applications; and give insight into what government policies will benefit the growing bioplastics industry. At the Biopolymers Symposium 2012, the key innovators and decision makers in the bioplastics industry will lead the discussion on new technologies, market trends, and developments in applications, guidelines and waste strategies for the biopolymers industry. Organizations presenting at the Biopolymers Symposium include Assobioplastiche Italy; BASF; Bioferm; DaniMer Scientific; Ecovative; Elemental Impact; Ford Motor Company; Goodyear; Myriant; NatureWorks; Nike; Solegear; The SPI Bioplastics Council; the USDA BioPreferred Program and more.

With the bioplastics market anticipated to grow by more than 30 percent per year through 2015, the 6th annual Biopolymers Symposium will once again provide the key place for the industry to network and share ideas and advancements. This market leading event will bring together the key innovators and decision makers in the bioplastics industry to examine the most innovative technologies, market trends, developments in applications, guidelines and waste strategies for the biopolymers industry. The 2011 program will provide a comprehensive overview of the biopolymers industry including updates on where the industry is currently at, global trends, opportunities and challenges and presenting new case studies of biopolymers for packaging and consumer applications. This is the only event covering the entire life cycle!

Sustainable Fragrances 2011 provides a meeting point for the wide variety of sectors that comprise the sustainable fragrance industry to network and gather to discuss topics like ingredients and raw materials, formulation and production, legislation and regulation, and testing. Sustainable Fragrances 2011 will feature approximately 18 expert presentations assessing market trends, technical development and application related advances through presentations, question-and-answer sessions and panel discussions. Jennifer Abril, Executive Director, IFRA North America and Dr. Ladd Smith, President, Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM) will return to serve on the conference advisory committee and in the role of co-chairs. Last year's event attracted more than 100 professionals from the most recognizable companies in the industry like Chanel, L'Oreal, and Colgate-Palmolive proving how important it is for the industry to collaborate and learn from each other.

The industry"s market leading event where new technologies, trends, developments in applications, new guidelines and waste strategies are unveiled The 5th annual Biopolymers Symposium 2010 will bring together the industry"s movers and shakers from leading manufacturers, brand owners, end-users, innovators and policy makers to address the many moving parts affecting the industry now and in the future, including policy, regulations, labeling, end of life management and product performance. This is the top networking and educational forum to present or see the state of the art technologies and to join in the conversation about a joint approach to increasing market share. This year"s Symposium will cover many new topics including: Pioneering work on green policy in California Identification of non-food sources of raw material for resin production Market overviews from the US and Europe Regulation, labeling and marketing sessions End of life management options

The conference will bring together both supply and consuming sides of the business and features a diverse program of panel discussions with prominent industry executives as well as presentations covering current business and operational trends impacting both the European and larger international secondary fiber industry. The European Paper Recycling Conference also includes a display area featuring equipment and service providers showcasing the latest products and technology to improve production efficiencies, quality and increase capacity. A must-attend event for European paper recycling professionals looking to stay abreast of the latest industry trends and meet the challenges of the global marketplace.

Recovered Paper: Worldwide supply and demand.

Building on the success of inaugural event in 2008, IntertechPira`s Cleaning Products 2009 is set to become the must-attend event for every eco-conscious manufacturer, supplier or industry body. Staying one step ahead in the cleaning products industry is paramount to responding to the demands of the consumer market and providing the safest, greenest products. 

 

Biopolymers Symposium 2009 will encapsulate the entire life cycle of biopolymers in industrial and packaging applications. Through real life case studies and revealing presentations from key industry leaders; you`ll appreciate the bigger picture, from production through to the waste stream. This valuable conference will provide you with the tools to evaluate how to capitalize on the future market in biopolymers and make it work for your business.