European Chemical Industry News & Insights

NUREL Expands Biopolymer Production

At a glance
  • NUREL started its bioplastics project in 2015 after an R&D program from 2010.
  • A second biopolymer plant was added in 2018 to expand the INZEA product range.
  • The new plant increases production capacity to 26,000 tons per year.
  • This expansion is part of a larger investment plan by the SAMCA Group.

Project Initiation and Early Investments

NUREL began its bioplastics industrial project in 2015, following an ambitious R&D program initiated in 2010. The initial investment focused on advanced and unique technology to establish the first production facilities.

Expansion in 2018

In response to widespread market acceptance in Europe and overseas, NUREL installed a second biopolymer production plant in 2018. This expansion increased production volume and completed the INZEA product range.

Current Expansion

To meet strong demand in Latin American markets, NUREL has recently installed a third production plant. This new facility boosts the company's production capacity to 26,000 tons per year, making it one of the largest biopolymer production sites in Europe.

Future Plans

These investments are part of a broader, more ambitious investment plan by the SAMCA Group, aimed at strengthening NUREL's biopolymers division.