Synvina news

A consortium of 11 companies received a EUR 25 million subsidy to establish a supply chain for bio-based FDCA and PEF, including a 50,000-ton plant in Antwerp, aiming to replace fossil-based packaging.

Synvina aims to lead in FDCA and PEF production, investing in a 50,000-ton plant in Antwerp. The JV will leverage Avantium's YXY process and continue partnerships for bio-based packaging solutions.

The JV will produce FDCA using Avantium's YXY process, aiming for a 50,000 metric ton plant in Antwerp. FDCA-based PEF offers improved packaging properties and recyclability.