GAIA startpage Press releases & news Press releases PRESS RELEASES LinkedIn GAIA on LinkedIn Youtube GAIA on Youtube News & Media Our latest news GAIA BioMaterials obtains European patent for PLA-free film extrusion materials GAIA BioMaterials has received final confirmation on the approval of its European patent for PLA-free film extrusion materials. 11 maj 2026 “Biodolomer can be a game changer in plastic pollution from the animal feed industry” Arie Wilbers has worked with packaging and animal feeds his entire life, with a strong focus on sustainability in recent years. After testing various materials and solutions, he has come to the conclusion that we need to move away from conventional plastic altogether. 8 dec. 2025 Gaia Biomaterials establishes U.S. supply hub for microplastic-free material Demand for the compostable, microplastic-free material Biodolomer® is rapidly growing in the United States. To meet this demand, Swedish producer Gaia Biomaterials and its distributor Mitsubishi International Corporation have established a supply hub in Los Angeles, enabling fast nationwide deliveries via rail. 19 nov. 2025 Here you can find the latest news published by GAIA BioMaterials about our products, projects, and other areas of importance. Enjoy! loading categories... 24 apr. 2025 Non-Plastic Thermoforming and Clamshells There is a growing demand for sustainable thermoformed trays and clamshell packaging. At Gaia Biomaterials, we have developed a version of our limestone-based, compostable material, Biodolomer, that is suitable for sheet production up to 1 mm in thickness – perfect for thermoforming. Press release 19 mars 2025 Gaia Biomaterials takes aim at Brazilian market: “Huge demand for sustainable alternatives to plastic” Gaia Biomaterials has appointed MFI Polymers as their commercial representative in Brazil. The company ís headed by Dr. Mercia Fernandes who holds a PhD in Polymer Science and specializes in sustainable polymer solutions. 13 dec. 2024 This is us: Part 1 – Peter Barry Peter Barry joined Gaia’s board of directors earlier this year following his investment in the company. But what brings an Irishman from the tea industry to a Swedish company working to phase out the world’s use of plastics? News 29 nov. 2024 Home compostable Clam Shell packaging A project that aims to develop new ways to reduce food waste reduce food waste in in Europe through innovations. News 28 okt. 2024 Gaia Biomaterials enters Chile with compostable plastic-alternative material Gaia Biomaterials has signed an agreement with Smartpack S.A., making its compostable plastic-alternative material, Biodolomer, available in Chile. This marks Gaia Biomaterials’ first agent agreement in Latin America News 7 okt. 2024 First 7,5 million drinking straws in the US to be made of compostable material from Gaia Biomaterials American sustainable serviceware producer Evanesce is just about to start producing the first 7.5 million drinking straws made from Biodolomer, a compostable material based on limestone. Biodolomer is developed and manufactured in Sweden by Gaia Biomaterials. “The US market is 500 million straws – per day, and we offer a material that gives the feeling that customers want. The potential is enormous”, says Gaia Biomaterials CEO Peter Stenström. News 2 okt. 2024 UK Foreign Secretary highlights biodegradable fishing nets made from Swedish material in policy speech The UK’s new Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, recently delivered a major policy speech addressing the climate crisis. In his speech, he highlighted biodegradable fishing nets as an example of initiatives made possible through British investments. These nets, developed in South Africa using Swedish material, have the potential to completely eliminate the problem of ghost nets in the oceans over time. Newsletter 2 okt. 2024 GAIA Earns BPI Certification for Biodolomer® T GAIA Earns BPI Certification for Biodolomer® T 12 sep. 2024 ”I know what it’s like to use our products for real.” Jonatan Hofslagare is the new applications engineer for Gaia Biomaterials. Before studying polymer technology at university, he worked as a machine operator in a plastic packaging industry. – I know what it’s like actually to work with the materials, and I think that will help me better understand our customers' needs. News 12 sep. 2024 Welcome Louise! Louise Knutsson is Gaia Biomaterial’s new sales manager for our home market – Sweden. 22 years old she does not come across as your average B2B sales manager but Louise is not an average person. Press release 15 juli 2024 Compostable drinking straws that don’t taste of paper Swedish Bioplastics company Gaia Biomaterials has completed the development of a new and revolutionary compostable drinking straw material. The new material is stable, rigid, and heat resistant and allows for the manufacture of sustainable straws for all types of drinks. Press release 10 juni 2024 Merchant Leads the Way in Sweden: Starts with Compostable Grocery Bags Before Tax is Removed The Swedish so-called “plastic bag tax” was introduced in 2020 to reduce the use of plastic bags, However - the 3 SEK (Eur 0,30) tex per bag was also imposed on biodegradable bags and more or less instantly killed the entire market for them. The tax will be removed this autumn, but Filip Cronberg, who runs the ICA Kvantum supermarket in the south Swedish town of Klippan, is reintroducing compostable bags already now. – Both the customers and we have missed them, and now we are bringing them back. Even though there will be a few months where they are still taxed… Press release 20 maj 2024 More BPI Certifications for Gaia Biomaterials Allow for New Compostable Products Swedish company GAIA Biomaterials' limestone-based bioplastic material Biodolomer has received more compostability certifications from BPI in the USA. The new certifications cover Biodolomer T and enable the production of compostable products that require rigid materials, such as drinking mugs and food trays. News 3 maj 2024 Gaia Biomaterials goes west! Last month, we received the first US Compostability certificate for our “nonplastic” material, Biodolomer. Biodolomer is a limestone-based bioplastic that can replace fossil plastic in almost any application. News 19 apr. 2024 GAIA Biomaterials receives US compostability certificate for limestone based bioplastic GAIA Biomaterials limestone-based bioplastic material Biodolomer has just been certified for compostability by BPI in the USA. Since before Biodolomer had a similar European certification by TÜV Austria. — Now we can show brands and customers that Biodolomer is certified by the two most respected authorities in the world, says CEO Peter Stenström News 3 apr. 2024 Gaia Biomaterials secure $5 million rights issue. Gaia Biomaterials has successfully concluded a $5 million rights issue. The rights issue is backed by the Swedish state owned greentech venture capital fund Almi Invest Greentech, and private international and domestic investors. Funds will be used to expand market penetration in the United States, India, and other targeted markets. News 18 jan. 2024 Som plast. Men absolut inte. Någonstans har du antagligen sett en sak som säger att den är hemkomposterbar. Fast den ser ut som plast och känns som plast. Och nu undrar du antagligen över hur i hela fridens namn det går till. Och det ska vi förklara. News 20 dec. 2023 Compostable fishing nets: An end to Ghost Nets in the oceans? Ghost nets lost from fishing boats become deadly traps for marine wildlife, persisting for centuries. Now a South African/Swedish joint venture aims at ending the problem with compostable fishing nets. News 28 nov. 2023 Compostable beer cups at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Last weekend was the first time a major global sports event used compostable bioplastic beer cups. At the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, 150,000 beer cups of compostable Biodolomer, reduced waste, microplastics and CO2 to a minimum. News 20 nov. 2023 Finance Manager Tobias Wilbs to GAIA BioMaterials. We are happy to welcome our new Finance Manager Tobias Wilbs to GAIA BioMaterials. Load more

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GAIA BioMaterials  has received final confirmation on the approval of its European patent for PLA-free film extrusion materials. GAIA startpage GAIA BioMaterials obtains European patent for PLA-free film extrusion materials GAIA BioMaterials obtains European patent for PLA-free film extrusion materials GAIA BioMaterials has received final confirmation on the approval of its European patent for PLA-free film extrusion materials. The patent, originally filed back in 2020, covers a new and innovative line of compounds that don’t rely on PLA for its properties. Instead, it substitutes the PLA with a unique blend of biodegradable and compostable polymers and minerals. Compounds based on the patent are already in use for applications such as carrier bags, fruit & vegetables bags, waste bags, and medical aprons, with several more under development or consideration. “We are very pleased with the final confirmation for this patent,” says Peter Stenström, CEO at GAIA, “I know the effort that has gone into it; it reflects the people in our R&D department, and the work they are capable of. “Our customers have responded really well to the new materials developed under the patent,” says Niklas Rosenkvist, Sales Director at GAIA, “it shows that we as an organization not only are capable of identifying the needs in the market, but also deliver on them.” “Having the patent finally confirmed in Europe, we know that our new R&D platform and patent strategy is working. We can now continue our efforts into developing the next generation of leading biodegradable and compostable bioplastics,” concludes Konrad Rosén, R&D Director at GAIA. Published date 11 maj 2026 Category News

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