The conference sessions, running parallel to the 1-2-1 meetings program, underpins the event’s core mission of scaling industrial biomanufacturing in the region.
In this pivotal year for the growth of European biomanufacturing, a carefully curated program of company presentations, guest speakers and panels will deliver actionable insights and solutions to critical industry challenges – sparking transformative 1-2-1 commercial discussions.
08:00
Networking coffee & registration
09:00
Opening Remarks
Leo Stemp, Head of Content, Bio Innovations Europe
09:05
Guest keynote address
Cost, performance, circularity: The Golden Triangle for globally competitive biosolutions
Cost, performance, circularity: The Golden Triangle for globally competitive biosolutions A truly scaleable bio-based drop-in solution is one that not only brings sustainability benefits, but that can compete on price and performance with fossil-based incumbents. In this session we will explore the building blocks that need to be in place and the trade-offs that must be navigated on the road to achieving the “Golden Triangle” of cost, performance and circularity that will drive genuine market transformation towards a bio-based future.
09:30
Guest keynote address
Scaling bio-based materials to meet Europe's circular economy goals
With the adoption of strict new rules on extended producer responsibility, we hear from a biomanufacturer developing and scaling biopolymers that are biobased, biodegradable, and recyclable, offering brands materials with multi-end-of-life solutions.
10:00
A technical presentation from a leading bio pioneer
If you think your company would be a good fit for speaking here, please email [email protected]
10:10
A technical presentation from a leading bio pioneer
If you think your company would be a good fit for speaking here, please email [email protected]
10:20
A technical presentation from a leading bio pioneer
If you think your company would be a good fit for speaking here, please email [email protected]
10:30
Guest speaker
Bio-based materials for automotive manufacturing
From materials for interiors to coatings, lubricants and even tyres, we explore the many opportunities for bio-based materials in automotive manufacturing. The panel will examine the challenge of finding the perfect combination of cost, performance and circularity and explore how carmakers and bio-developers can best partner to bring biosolutions to commerical scale.
11:00
Networking coffee
11:30
Panel discussion
Technological collaborations to accelerate and derisk scale-up
Digital twins, AI/Hybrid modelling, accelerated strain screening and advanced sensors are just some of the technologies being employed to derisk scale-up and offer investor-ready projects. This panel draws on the latest use cases to examine where genuine gains are being delivered and to consider what the future might hold.
12:00
A technical presentation from a leading bio pioneer
If you think your company would be a good fit for speaking here, please email [email protected]
12:10
A technical presentation from a leading bio pioneer
If you think your company would be a good fit for speaking here, please email [email protected]
12:20
A technical presentation from a leading bio pioneer
If you think your company would be a good fit for speaking here, please email [email protected]
12:30
Networking lunch
14:00
Panel discussion
Harmonising standards for bio-based to accelerate buyer uptake
Lack of clear and consisient standards for novel biosolutions create buyer hesitancy, increase qualification delays, and lead to greenwashing fears, all of which slow B2B adoption of bio-based drop-in solutions. This session highlights the urgent need for clear, comprehensive, harmonised European standards on bio-content, performance, and sustainability to accelerate market uptake. The panel explores where we are on the journey towards harmonisation and considers the next steps towards developing robust yet practical frameworks that B2B buyers can trust and understand, and that regulators will accept.
14:30
A technical presentation from a leading bio pioneer
If you think your company would be a good fit for speaking here, please email [email protected]
14:40
Guest speaker
Stimulating the demand-side: Push and pull approaches to make bio-based the new normal
For companies looking to scale, demand is a key component of “bankability”. From consumer and offtaker education, to the introduction of bio-based procurement mandates, this panel explores strategies to boost demand for biosolutions. What can brands do to better educate consumers? What are the roadblocks to wider B2B adoption and how could harmonisation of standards for novel biosolutions help reassure offtakers? How will a proposed Bio-based Europe Alliance of companies pledging to purchase €10 billion of bio-based solutions by 2030 work in practice? Cajole or coerce – How can we make biobased the “go to” option?