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CJ Biomaterials Continues to Expand Applications for PHA with World's First Completely Biodegradable Plastic Bottle Cap

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

New eco-friendly cap introduced by Beyond Plastic can replace traditional, petroleum-based plastic caps

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  • New eco-friendly cap introduced by Beyond Plastic can replace traditional, petroleum-based plastic caps
    Woburn, Massachusetts--(Newsfile Corp. - March 26, 2024) - CJ Biomaterials, Inc, a division of South Korea-based CJ CheilJedang and a primary producer of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) biopolymers, continues to expand the applications for its advanced PHA technology, announcing that their biopolymers are being used by California-based Beyond Plastic to develop the world's first completely biodegradable plastic bottle cap.
  • With the inclusion of CJ Biomaterials' PHA, the Beyond Plastic bottle cap is both recyclable and compostable, in addition to being fully biodegradable.
  • "Utilizing CJ Biomaterials' PHA biopolymers, we've developed an authentically eco-conscious alternative to conventional plastic bottle caps.
  • CJ Biomaterials' polyhydroxyalkanoate biopolymers are being used by California-based Beyond Plastic to develop the world's first completely biodegradable plastic bottle.

CJ Biomaterials Names Harry Jang as New Chief Executive Officer

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Jang is a 29-year veteran of CJ CheilJedang, holding positions of leadership in countries around the world

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  • Jang is a 29-year veteran of CJ CheilJedang, holding positions of leadership in countries around the world
    Woburn, Massachusetts--(Newsfile Corp. - March 19, 2024) - CJ Biomaterials, Inc, a division of South Korea-based CJ CheilJedang and a primary producer of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) biopolymers, has named Harry Jang as its new Chief Executive Officer.
  • As the head of CJ Biomaterials, Jang will oversee the company's strategic direction, drive innovation in sustainable materials, and spearhead efforts to expand market presence and partnerships in the global bioplastics industry.
  • Jang joined CJ CheilJedang in 1995 and has taken over roles of increasing responsibility at CJ businesses around the world, working in Korea, Brazil, Vietnam, Germany, and most recently, the United States.
  • During his tenure, Jang helped CJ BIO America to grow its business, including an expansion of operations at its Ft.

Beyond Plastic Introduces First All-Natural Beverage Industry Plastic Bottle Cap

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

Completely biodegradable solution to replace conventional petroleum-based plastic bottle cap

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  • Commerce, California--(Newsfile Corp. - March 14, 2024) - Beyond Plastic has introduced the first-ever completely biodegradable plastic bottle cap to hit the market.
  • The Beyond Plastic bottle cap contains zero microplastics and causes no harm to the environment, unlike traditional plastics.
  • Plastic bottle caps rank as the second most prevalent of the top five plastic pollutants found on our shores.
  • Beyond Plastic has introduced the first-ever completely biodegradable plastic bottle cap.

Premier Health Announces the Appointment of Bruno Morel as its New CTO

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Monday, April 8, 2024

MONTRÉAL, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Premier Health of America Inc. (TSXV: PHA) (the “Corporation” or “Premier Health”), a leading Canadian Health tech company, announces the appointment of Bruno Morel as the Corporation’s new Chief Technology Officer, effective immediately.

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  • MONTRÉAL, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Premier Health of America Inc. (TSXV: PHA) (the “Corporation” or “Premier Health”), a leading Canadian Health tech company, announces the appointment of Bruno Morel as the Corporation’s new Chief Technology Officer, effective immediately.
  • “We are very excited to have Bruno join Premier Health.
  • Bruno has over 20 years of experience building complex software and managing development and operation teams in fast developing technology companies.
  • Current Chief Technology Officer Éric Dupont, who joined Premier Health in December 2021, will continue with the Corporation for a transition period.

Matmerize, Inc. and CJ Biomaterials Partner to Utilize Innovative AI Technology to Advance Sustainable Polymer Solutions

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

In a recent collaboration with Matmerize, CJ Biomaterials successfully tested Matmerize's cloud-based AI platform, PolymRize™, to optimize bio-based polymers, ensuring they meet specific performance criteria across a wide range of applications.

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  • In a recent collaboration with Matmerize, CJ Biomaterials successfully tested Matmerize's cloud-based AI platform, PolymRize™, to optimize bio-based polymers, ensuring they meet specific performance criteria across a wide range of applications.
  • Human life and plastic have become inseparable, but the environmental toll of plastic waste is undeniable.
  • "The collaboration with CJ Biomaterials goes beyond R&D efforts, significantly impacting work efficiency and cost reduction by prioritizing experiments through expertise and machine learning capabilities.
  • This commitment to innovation not only promotes sustainable practices but also secures a competitive advantage for CJ Biomaterials in the polymer and plastic industry."

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

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Monday, April 8, 2024

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

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  • 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.

Danimer Scientific Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

Danimer Scientific, Inc. (NYSE: DNMR) (“Danimer” or the “Company”), a leading next generation bioplastics company focused on the development and production of biodegradable materials, announced today financial results for its fourth quarter and full year, ended December 31, 2023.

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  • Danimer Scientific, Inc. (NYSE: DNMR) (“Danimer” or the “Company”), a leading next generation bioplastics company focused on the development and production of biodegradable materials, announced today financial results for its fourth quarter and full year, ended December 31, 2023.
  • Our recently completed equity offering transaction enhances our operational liquidity runway and should enable us to support this expected growth.”
    Fourth Quarter 2023 Financial Highlights:
    Revenues were $10.9 million in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to revenue of $15.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Adjusted EBITDA was $(10.7) million in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to $(8.6) million in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Upon dialing in, please request to join the Danimer Scientific Fourth Quarter 2023 Earnings Conference Call.

Danimer Scientific Announces Preliminary Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

Danimer Scientific, Inc. (NYSE: DNMR) (“Danimer” or the “Company”), a leading next generation bioplastics company focused on the development and production of biodegradable materials, today announced preliminary results for its fourth quarter and full year, ended December 31, 2023.

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  • Danimer Scientific, Inc. (NYSE: DNMR) (“Danimer” or the “Company”), a leading next generation bioplastics company focused on the development and production of biodegradable materials, today announced preliminary results for its fourth quarter and full year, ended December 31, 2023.
  • Preliminary Fourth Quarter 2023 Results:
    Preliminary total revenue was $10.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to revenue of $15.3 million for the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Preliminary Adjusted EBITDA was $(10.7) million for the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to $(8.6) million for the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Upon dialing in, please request to join the Danimer Scientific Fourth Quarter 2023 Earnings Conference Call.

TrueChoicePack Recognized by Store Brands Magazine GAME CHANGERS Campaign for Product Innovation

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Friday, March 29, 2024

CINCINNATI, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- TrueChoicePack (TCP) has been recognized for their private label product innovation! Store Brands Magazine recently announced its Game Changers list, honoring people, products, and brands on the cutting edge of private label innovation.

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  • CINCINNATI, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- TrueChoicePack (TCP) has been recognized for their private label product innovation!
  • Store Brands Magazine recently announced its Game Changers list, honoring people, products, and brands on the cutting edge of private label innovation.
  • Rather than merely reacting to regulations/market changes, TrueChoicePack has remained on the cutting-edge of innovation to help customers anticipate changes before they happen.
  • TrueChoicePack has emerged as a trailblazer in the private label industry, setting itself apart through a commitment to innovation and sustainability.

TrueChoicePack COO Rakesh Rathore to be Inducted into the 2024 PLMA Hall of Fame in the category of Private Brand Innovator!

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Friday, March 22, 2024

CINCINNATI, March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Rakesh Rathore has been recognized as one of the top innovators in the private label industry! This places Mr. Rathore among the ranks of other top executives in the field such as Andrea Collaro, Senior Director of Brand Management/Product Development at Walgreens Co., Jill Sando, Executive Vice President and Chief Merchandising Officer at Target, and Alicia Cook, Category Director at Save-A-Lot. Mr. Rathore has been selected as an inductee to the hall of fame due to the exceptional innovation he has continued to demonstrate at TrueChoicePack (TCP), one of the fastest growing private company in America!

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  • CINCINNATI, March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Rakesh Rathore has been recognized as one of the top innovators in the private label industry!
  • Mr. Rathore has been selected as an inductee to the hall of fame due to the exceptional innovation he has continued to demonstrate at TrueChoicePack (TCP), one of the fastest growing private company in America!
  • The new hall of famers in the Class of 2024 are included in four categories: Lifetime Achievement, Private Brand Champion, Private Brand Innovator and Next Gen Private Label Leader.
  • Rakesh Rathore received his Ph.D. in Biochemistry and conducted extensive research work at the University of Cincinnati .