Scion Bioplastics Workshop

Is your company ready to benefit from bioplastics?

As the global plastics market looks for sustainable, eco-friendly production options, bioplastics are rapidly growing as a preferred means of supply. Some reports forecast bioplastics will account for up to 30% of all plastics by the year 2020. This bioplastics boom translates into significant opportunities for New Zealand industry, both in terms of research and manufacturing as well as those companies using plastic products or packaging.

Join us for a workshop to discuss the basics of, and the most recent advances in, bio-based plastics. Speakers from New Zealand industry, the Australasian Bioplastics Association, the University of Queensland and Scion’s own researchers will present on a range of topics covering:

• An introduction to bioplastics
• New global developments and trends
• Opportunities for New Zealand resources in bioplastics
• Emerging bioplastics technologies and additives
• Packaging research and case studies
• Funding assistance

The workshop is designed for marketing and business professionals, technology managers, materials selectors, and innovators in New Zealand and international companies, as well as product and packaging designers, manufacturers and brand owners.

For a copy of the full programme, and to register click here

Why not make the most of Labour Weekend and stay on in Rotorua?

Rotorua is one of New Zealand’s most popular tourist destinations with geothermal wonderlands, cultural history, award-winning spas and adrenaline-rush attractions. Several hotels are offering special rates for the Scion Bioplastics Workshop. Please contact Kayla Middleton of The Organiser to discuss hotel deals at theorganiser@rotoruanz.com or phone +64 7 343 1732.

As the workshop falls ahead of a long weekend (Labour Day Monday on 24 October), early booking is recommended.

Direct signed booking forms and enquiries to:

Simone Walker – Scion
Tel: 07 343 5722
Fax: 07 343 5375
simone.walker@scionresearch.com