Global Bioenergies Begins Renewable Isododecane Production in France
- Production at Pomacle unit began in March 2022.
- Full capacity of 100 tonnes expected by end of 2022.
- Scale-up to 1,000 tonnes planned for late 2024 or early 2025.
- Targeting broader dermo-cosmetics, hair care, and aviation biofuels markets.
Production Start
Global Bioenergies has commenced production at its Pomacle unit, located on the ARD site in Pomacle-Bazancourt, near Reims. The first batches of biosourced isobutene were manufactured in March 2022.
In-Cosmetics Trade Show
The company will launch its Isonaturane® 12 brand at the In-Cosmetics trade show in Paris from April 5 to 7. This event is a key platform for promoting their new ingredient to major cosmetics manufacturers.
Scale-Up Plans
Due to the successful start-up, the company plans to reach full capacity of 100 tonnes by the end of 2022, ahead of the initial 18-month schedule. A further scale-up to 1,000 tonnes is targeted for late 2024 or early 2025.
Market Expansion
Global Bioenergies aims to expand into the dermo-cosmetics and hair care markets, with a long-term goal of entering the aviation biofuels market by 2026 or 2027. This expansion is expected to have significant environmental benefits, including CO2 reductions and reduced energy dependency for Europe.
