Tag: Switzerland

Vioneo moves first bioplastics project from Antwerp to China 

Vioneo moves first bioplastics project from Antwerp to China 

January 19, 2026 |

In Switzerland, biobased plastics company Vioneo has announced it is relocating its first planned project from Antwerp, Belgium to China. The company, which aims to convert biobased methanol into polyethylene and polypropylene, said relocating its first plant to China allows it to tap into a commercial-scale biobased methanol supply. “Our overall mission remains unchanged: scale […]

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World Economic Forum report highlights policy pathways to boost global biofuel use

World Economic Forum report highlights policy pathways to boost global biofuel use

January 15, 2026 |

In Switzerland, amid rising global energy demand and evolving market dynamics, clean fuels are a key pillar for a more secure, affordable and sustainable energy system. Examples ranging from biofuels, e-fuels and hydrogen derivatives to lower-carbon fossil fuels offer multiple sources of economic and societal value. The World Economic Forum has published a new report, […]

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SWISS signls long-term offtake agreement with Synhelion for solar jet fuel

SWISS signls long-term offtake agreement with Synhelion for solar jet fuel

January 1, 2026 |

In Switzerland, Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) and Swiss cleantech company Synhelion have signed a long-term offtake agreement for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). From 2027, SWISS will purchase at least 200 tons of solar jet fuel from Synhelion annually, pioneering the use of this innovative fuel in civil aviation. The agreement marks an important milestone […]

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JETEX invests in Azzera’s SAF digital carbon-management platform

JETEX invests in Azzera’s SAF digital carbon-management platform

January 1, 2026 |

In Switzerland, Azzera Inc. announce that JETEX is the latest strategic investor in the digital carbon-management platform. The new investment positions the technology platform to continue evolving functionality, grow its international footprint, and deliver new client-facing offsetting tools to its users’ customers. Under the terms of the agreement, JETEX will also work with Azzera as a […]

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Kuehne+Nagel and SWISS tie up to boost SAF

Kuehne+Nagel and SWISS tie up to boost SAF

December 17, 2025 |

In Switzerland, Kuehne+Nagel and Swiss International Air Lines are strengthening their strategic partnership to drive more sustainable aviation. With the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding, both companies will collaborate on sustainability projects, with a particular focus on innovative technologies to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact. The partnership centres on a shared commitment to […]

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Bio-hybrid robot made from langoustine shells works like arcade claw crane

Bio-hybrid robot made from langoustine shells works like arcade claw crane

December 8, 2025 |

In Switzerland, scientists at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne have converted shellfish shells into claws that grip, not unlike the prize-filled claw machines found in arcades. The team found that the combination of strength and flexibility seen in the shells of langoustines makes them a sustainable alternative to metal claws. They added an elastic material […]

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RSB launches Market Acceleration Indicator methodolgy and module for piloting

RSB launches Market Acceleration Indicator methodolgy and module for piloting

December 4, 2025 |

In Switzerland, the Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) has launched the Market Acceleration Indicator (MAI) Methodology and Module for pilot testing. This new framework is designed to support the scale-up of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by providing credible recognition of long-term EAC offtake agreements. These agreements will be verified and reflected in the RSB Book & Claim System, allowing SAF buyers and […]

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Fore-get plastic: Innoguer wins innovation prize for biopolymer golf ball

Fore-get plastic: Innoguer wins innovation prize for biopolymer golf ball

December 1, 2025 |

In Switzerland, sustainable golf products company Innoguer GmbH has been awarded the prestigious InnoPrix SO! by the Baloise Bank Ltd foundation in recognition of its development of the Loop biodegradable golf ball. Set to hit Swiss retail shelves in 2027, Loop golf balls are made of high-performance biopolymers.  According to Innoguer, approximately 1 billion golf […]

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Spring GDS launches SAF Book & Claim solution

Spring GDS launches SAF Book & Claim solution

November 20, 2025 |

In Switzerland, Spring GDS is launching its’ Book & Claim solution to reduce emissions from air transport in November 2025. Following the success of its HVO100 biofuel initiative that reduces road transport emissions by up to 90 %, it is expanding its sustainability focus to air transport. Shipping by air is a significant source of […]

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Tree to tech: Empa creates wooden computer mouse

Tree to tech: Empa creates wooden computer mouse

October 27, 2025 |

In Switzerland, the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology  (Empa) has created a computer mouse that works like any other, expect it is 100% compostable. The mouse’s printed circuit board is made from a wood substrate developed by the EU research project HyPELignum, while the casing is made out of biodegradable plastic and […]

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