Research

The BREPLA project aims to further develop and disseminate the material knowledge required for the successful application of biocomposites in a growing number of end products. 

Developing and optimizing a process for polymer recovering and reuse, used as feedstock in the textile industry, from common PIW and PCW.

HEREWEAR fosters innovations with a holistic, systemic approach in view of creating an EU market for locally produced circular textiles and clothing made from bio-based waste. 

The COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated the need for continued innovation to efficiently mitigate the spread of the virus. Centexbel, HoGENT and VITO translated the lessons learned into actions to help the industry solve the identified pain points from the first wave in the best possible way.

Developing a viable sustainable and biodegradable alternative to existing petrochemical-based plastics.