Cepi Bioeconomy LAB – showcase of innovative, bio-based products in Brussels


Through circularity, wood-based textiles, construction items and technologies for carbon neutrality, paper and fibre-based products represent a tangible way for Europe to strengthen its open strategic autonomy and, at the same time, for citizens to make sustainable consumption choices in their daily life. This exhibition offers a window into a world where sustainable and climate-friendly products become the new normal for a climate-compatible economy.

After a first edition that took place at the UN’s FAO headquarters in Rome in the context of the 27th session of the UN’s Forestry Committee, Cepi is delighted to present its full bio-based products exhibition at Townhall Europe in Brussels. The exhibition gathers a variety of over 50 recyclable products and renewable solutions, sourced, manufactured and recycled in Europe using European technology.

The exhibition launch and networking cocktail are hosted by MEP Susana Solís Pérez (EPP, ES) and followed by two insightful sessions on the next day.

More information about the products can be found below.

Cepi bioeconomy LAB full guide – Brussels

Automotive & mobility

  • Sustainable fibre-based separator for energy storage application by AHLSTROM
  • RENAULT X TENCEL™ by Lenzing AG
  • LIGNODE® by Stora Enso
  • UPM Biopura™ Meg: UPM Biochemicals and Haertol by UPM
  • Zafi Cyles by Zafi Cycles

Circular economy

  • Texfabrik by Alier SA
  • Acetic acid furfural by Altri
  • Biomethanol to kiln by Altri
  • Caima Go Green by Altri
  • Effluent recycling by Altri
  • Lignosulfonates by Altri
  • Wood fines for pulping by Altri
  • Cocoa Paper™ for SWM/LeafLAB by Clairfontaine Schut Papier
  • Jeans Paper and Board by Clairfontaine Schut Papier
  • Paper made with fibres from local agricultural horticulture by Clairfontaine Schut Papier
  • Paper made with fibres from tulip bulbs by Clairfontaine Schut Papier
  • LENZING™ Acetic Acid Biobased by Lenzing AG
  • LENZING™ Sodium Sulphate by Lenzing AG
  • Circular biofertililsers, bituminous and cementitious materials form kraft process residues by The Navigator Company
  • Shinguards made with UPM BioMotion™ RFF by UPM
  • UPM Solargo™ plant biostimulants by UPM

E-commerce solutions

  • NatureWrap by Alier SA
  • PapairWrap by Papair GmbH
  • Papira® by Stora Enso International
  • Flexi-protector by Werner Kenkel Bochnia Sp. z o.o.
  • R-Pack by Werner Kenkel Bochnia Sp. z o.o.
  • Versatile bottle protector by Werner Kenkel Bochnia Sp. z o.o.
  • Carboard protecting filler by Werner Kenkel Sp. z o.o.
  • RESHAPE by Werner Kenkel Sp. z o.o.

Fibre-based clothing

  • From eucalyptus wood to textile fibres by Altri
  • Kuura® fibre by Metsä Group
  • Dissolving pulp by Sappi
  • New leather-like materials based on cellulose by The Navigator Company

Food & Beverage Packaging

  • The Pure-Pak® Sense carton by Elopak ASA and SIG by Riedel and SIG
  • Sustainable packaging board by FOLBB
  • Twin Pizza Box by International Paper
  • LENZING™ for Packaging by Lenzing AG
  • Muoto food trays by Metsä Group
  • Brunberg Orange Kiss by MM Board & Paper
  • Gin Packaging from Spirit Brothers by MM Board & Paper
  • McDonald’s delivery cuff by MM Board & Paper
  • TrayWrap by Mondi AG
  • Fibre-based food trays by Rottneros Packaging AB
  • Avantguard S Natural by Sappi
  • Guard MS Natural by Sappi
  • Guard OHG Natural & Silk/Gloss by Sappi
  • Seal Silk by Sappi
  • Innovative moulded cellulose products for food packaging and food service by The Navigator Company

Furniture and construction

  • Aquaguard by Alier SA
  • High performance solution paper by Alier SA
  • Kerto® LVL by Metsä Group
  • NeoLigno® by Stora Enso
  • Innovative thermoplastic biocomposite materials by The Navigator Company
  • RFF powder with a piece of the Artigo flooring by UPM

Health and pharmaceutical applications

  • ChickProtect by Alier SA
  • HEXOR® splint by Hexabio Retail
  • Blister pack collective by PA Consulting + PulPac
  • Engineered paper for sterile medical devides by Sterimed
  • Bioactive compounds from eucalyptus leaves and residual biomass by The Navigator Company
  • FIBDEX – the world’s first wood-based nanocellulose wound care product by UPM
  • Cellulose-based platforms for flexible electronics by VTT Research CentreNanofiltration devices used to deactivate airborne-spread pathogens and increase the population’s immunity by VÚPC

Hygiene and cosmetics

  • Pulp from wheat straw by Essity
  • Sustainable packaging in Favini Crush Corn by Favini Srl
  • Econatural by Lucart
  • SpruceSugar™ by Metsä Group
  • Renova Black Label by Renova
  • Valida by Sappi
  • Innovative, functional and sustainable tissue products by The Navigator Company
  • LUMENE jar by UPM
  • Toilet paper mach m!T PURE by WEPA Hygieneprodukte GmbH

Industry 4.0

  • Virtual forest by Metsä Group