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Floreon is Featured in The Engineer Magazine – Focussing on Bioplastic Innovation

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We’re excited to announce that Floreon is featured in February's issue of The Engineer magazine! This edition dives into one of the most pressing challenges of our time—the global plastics crisis. Editor Andrew Wade explores how pioneering green polymer companies are stepping up with innovative solutions, and we’re proud to be part of that conversation.

Floreon featured in The Engineer Magazine
Floreon featured in The Engineer Magazine


The Engineer's cover feature (pages 16-19) highlights industry leaders driving change in the bioplastics sector, including our own Dr. Andrew Gill from Floreon, alongside Marc Rodríguez Garcia from Xampla and Mark Lapping from Aquapak Polymers Ltd.


Each expert shares their insights on how advanced sustainable bioplastics are reshaping the industry and reducing environmental impact.






Dr. Andrew Gill explains, “We take PLA, a green polymer made from plants, and have developed a way for it to be used in durable applications. Our unique PLA blend delivers the performance of an engineering plastic while staying true to our sustainability goals.

Want to learn more? Check out the latest issue of The Engineer to see how Floreon and other companies are making a real impact in the bioplastic industry.


Floreon, Leading the Change in Sustainable Plastics

At Floreon, we’re committed to revolutionising bioplastics. Our plant-based materials don’t just offer a sustainable alternative to traditional plastics—they also deliver high performance, making them viable for a wide range of applications and manufacturers. Being featured in The Engineer is a fantastic recognition of our work in pushing the boundaries of innovation in this industry.


Redefining PLA for High-Performance Applications

Floreon is at the forefront of next-generation PLA materials, offering three specialised grades designed to meet diverse industry needs while maintaining a low carbon footprint:


  • Floreon Therma-Tech – A certified halogen-free, flame-retardant bioplastic material.

  • Floreon Dura-Tech – A tougher, recyclable bioplastic with enhanced impact resistance.

  • Floreon Bio-Tech – A food-safe, industrially compostable bioplastic.


Each of our bioplastic grades are designed with sustainability in mind, from high renewable content to lower manufacturing emissions. Businesses using Floreon can reduce Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions, lowering both energy usage and the carbon footprint of their materials.


Visit our product page for more information


Floreon an Award-Winning Innovation

We’re thrilled to share that Floreon Therma-Tech recently won the Plastics Industry Association’s prestigious award! Our breakthrough innovation expands the possibilities where bioplastics are needed in durable, flame retardant  circumstances, now bringing sustainable materials into applications that were once considered out of reach.


Get in Touch

For more information, visit: www.floreon.com

For enquiries, email: sandrine.garnier@floreon.com



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