Cellulose

EQS-News: Lenzing presents innovative concept combining sustainable glacier protection and circularity for textiles

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Lenzing – The Lenzing Group, a leading supplier of regenerated cellulose for the textile and nonwovens industries, has created a unique, innovative concept that contributes to the sustainable protection of our glaciers while inspiring collective action for sustainable practices and a circular economy in the nonwovens and textile value chain.

Key Points: 
  • Lenzing – The Lenzing Group, a leading supplier of regenerated cellulose for the textile and nonwovens industries, has created a unique, innovative concept that contributes to the sustainable protection of our glaciers while inspiring collective action for sustainable practices and a circular economy in the nonwovens and textile value chain.
  • [2]
    The covering of a small area with the new material made from LENZING™ fibers was tested for the first time during a field test on the Stubai Glacier.
  • This was confirmed in a study conducted by the University of Innsbruck and the Austrian glacier lift operators on the Stubai Glacier in Tyrol (Austria).
  • Lenzing takes this pioneering innovation project as an opportunity to inspire collaborative action towards sustainable practices and circularity in the textile value chain.

Hemp, Inc. Welcomes USDA Approval of GMO Hemp Strain – A Step Forward in Cannabis Biotechnology

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 9, 2024

The newly approved GMO hemp variety, a breakthrough by the University of Wisconsin, is known as "Badger G".

Key Points: 
  • The newly approved GMO hemp variety, a breakthrough by the University of Wisconsin, is known as "Badger G".
  • Hemp, Inc. recognizes the pivotal role of biotechnology in the evolution of the cannabis industry.
  • This innovative strain stands to solve a pivotal problem in the hemp cultivation sector: regulatory compliance regarding THC levels.
  • This milestone in GMO hemp sets the stage for Hemp, Inc. to continue its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and legal compliance within the industry.

Hemp, Inc. Announces Significant Progress in Hemp Seed Meal Approval for Laying Hen Diets

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, March 27, 2024

LAS VEGAS, NV, March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire -- In a recent development for the agricultural and hemp industries, Hemp, Inc. (OTC: HEMP) is thrilled to announce that hemp seed meal is on the cusp of receiving approval for use in animal feed, starting with laying hen diets.

Key Points: 
  • LAS VEGAS, NV, March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire -- In a recent development for the agricultural and hemp industries, Hemp, Inc. (OTC: HEMP) is thrilled to announce that hemp seed meal is on the cusp of receiving approval for use in animal feed, starting with laying hen diets.
  • Hemp seed meal is recognized for its rich content of vitamins, minerals, oils, and proteins, offering substantial benefits to laying hens.
  • Notably, hemp seeds are devoid of THC and CBD, components that have raised concerns in other hemp products due to potential contamination risks.
  • The Hemp Feed Coalition has ensured that any presence of these substances in hemp seed will be classified as contaminants, aligning with regulatory standards.

Rumo and DP World Announce Agreement to Develop a New Grain and Fertilizer Terminal at Brazil’s Port of Santos

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, March 26, 2024

SANTOS, BRAZIL, March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rumo, Brazil’s leading railway operator, and DP World , a global leader in supply chain solutions, have signed an agreement to build a new port terminal for grains and fertilizers at the Port of Santos, Brazil.

Key Points: 
  • SANTOS, BRAZIL, March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rumo, Brazil’s leading railway operator, and DP World , a global leader in supply chain solutions, have signed an agreement to build a new port terminal for grains and fertilizers at the Port of Santos, Brazil.
  • The project will be installed in DP World's private-use terminal on the port’s left bank.
  • The agreement provides for an initial operating period of 30 years, with an option for extension subject to DP World approval.
  • DP World will oversee the ensuing port operations, including cargo movement, solidifying its position as Brazil’s premier multipurpose port operator.

Global Market for Bio-based and Sustainable Materials 2024-2035: Key Players, Market Trends and Growth Potential - ResearchAndMarkets.com

Retrieved on: 
Monday, April 8, 2024

Advancements in science and technology are enabling companies to develop and design chemicals and materials for a more sustainable future.

Key Points: 
  • Advancements in science and technology are enabling companies to develop and design chemicals and materials for a more sustainable future.
  • The Global Market for Bio-based and Sustainable Materials 2024-2035 offers a comprehensive overview of the rapidly growing field of biobased and sustainable materials.
  • The report also covers biobased packaging materials, sustainable textiles and apparel, biobased coatings and resins, biofuels, and sustainable electronics.
  • It identifies key players, market trends, and growth potential across these industries, offering a comprehensive overview of the current market landscape and future prospects.

Panda Biotech Announces Commercial Operations Have Begun at Its Flagship Panda Hemp Gin

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Panda Biotech™ announced today that commercial operations have officially begun at the Panda Hemp Gin, their landmark industrial hemp processing facility in Wichita Falls, Texas.

Key Points: 
  • Panda Biotech™ announced today that commercial operations have officially begun at the Panda Hemp Gin, their landmark industrial hemp processing facility in Wichita Falls, Texas.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Panda Hemp Gin is fully operational, and production will continue to ramp up in the coming months.
  • "Panda Biotech's state-of-the-art industrial hemp processing facility is a monumental achievement and a game-changer for both agriculture and industry,” said Dixie Carter, president of Panda Biotech.
  • The Panda Hemp Gin will focus on providing five main product lines from hemp, including mechanically cottonized fiber, decorticated fiber, hurd (cellulose), short-fiber/hurd mix, and nutrient-rich micronized hemp dust.

Global Microcrystalline Cellulose and Microcrystalline Cellulose Spheres Market 2024-2035, with Profiles for Andritz, Cellets, Croda, IFF, Mingtai Chemical, Naturbeads, RYAM, Rengo, Roquette and More - ResearchAndMarkets.com

Retrieved on: 
Monday, April 1, 2024

The "Global Market for Microcrystalline Cellulose and Microcrystalline Cellulose Spheres 2024-2035" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Global Market for Microcrystalline Cellulose and Microcrystalline Cellulose Spheres 2024-2035" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) is a versatile and widely used excipient in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food and beverage, and composites.
  • The Global Market for Microcrystalline Cellulose (MCC) and Microcrystalline Cellulose Spheres 2024-2035 provides an in-depth analysis of the global MCC and MCC spheres/beads market, covering market drivers, trends, revenue forecasts, applications, and company profiles.
  • The report covers various types of MCC spheres, including solid cellulose spheres, hollow-solid shell cellulose spheres, hollow-porous shell cellulose spheres, functionalized cellulose spheres, composite cellulose spheres, regenerated cellulose spheres, and bacterial cellulose spheres.

Global Lignin Biomaterials & Biochemicals Market Report 2024-2034 with Profiles of 87 Leading Lignin Companies Including Borregaard, Lignopure, Lignovations, LXP, Stora Enso, UPM Biochemicals, Woodoo - ResearchAndMarkets.com

Retrieved on: 
Friday, March 15, 2024

The "The Global Market for Lignin Biomaterials & Biochemicals 2024-2034" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "The Global Market for Lignin Biomaterials & Biochemicals 2024-2034" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The Global Market for Lignin Biomaterials & Biochemicals 2024-2034 provides a detailed analysis of lignin production processes, types, properties, applications, and market trends.
  • Profiles for 87 key companies involved in lignin production and utilization are provided.
  • Details on lignin production processes: thermochemical, chemical, biological, electrochemical conversion
    In-depth overview of major lignin categories:
    Lignin pricing and demand by type and key markets:

Making furniture with paper machines - VTT and ISKU have created a novel biocomposite chair from cellulose

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, April 4, 2024

ESPOO, Finland, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and ISKU, a leading Finnish furniture manufacturer, have joined forces to create a new kind of chair that showcases the potential of biocomposite materials. The chair is made from a cellulose-plastic compound that uses natural annual fibres, polypropylene and wood pulp from Finnish forests as raw materials. 

Key Points: 
  • The chair is made from a cellulose-plastic compound that uses natural annual fibres, polypropylene and wood pulp from Finnish forests as raw materials.
  • "The biocomposite material was produced by VTT using foam forming technology, which was originally developed for papermaking.
  • The chair, designed by ISKU, has a sleek and modern appearance that highlights the natural texture and colour of the biocomposite material.
  • For more information about the biocomposite chair and its design, contact Mikko Porter, Head of Lean Six Sigma, ISKU, at [email protected] or

Global Oxygen Scavenger Market Forecasted to Grow $3.1 Billion by 2028: BCC Research

Retrieved on: 
Friday, March 29, 2024

BOSTON, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Oxygen scavengers preserve food and beverage products in packaging, prevent corrosion in boilers, and help reduce the staggering $400 billion annual global food waste. Government initiatives for sustainable packaging are boosting demand, making the oxygen scavenger market ripe for strategic advancements and investments.

Key Points: 
  • The form segmentation categorizes oxygen scavengers into powder, resin, and liquid forms, each tailored to specific application needs.
  • This report on the Global Oxygen Scavenger Market provides comprehensive insights and analysis, addressing the following key questions:
    1.
  • The global oxygen scavenger market is projected to grow from $2.3 billion in 2022 to $3.1 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1% during the forecast period.
  • These are the driving factors of the European oxygen scavenger market.