BioVale at ChemUK 2022

Following the success of BioVale’s bio-based sessions at CHEMUK 2021 we have collaborated with the CHEMUK organisers this year to launch the new  BioInnovations Zone at ChemUK2022. The Zone provides an opportunity for start-ups, spin-outs, and innovative research to showcase to the UK’s chemicals sector.

If you are attending the Expo then come and speak to us at Stand N40 or join us for the sessions we will be hosting.

Day 1: Transitioning to bio-based chemicals

Wednesday 11th May, 10.00- 11.00 on stage 2

BioVale’s ‘Transitioning to bio-based chemicals’ session will discuss policy perspectives, the key drivers and challenges for industry, and present both commercial and R&D case study examples.

Presentations and speakers:

• ‘The transition to a bio-based chemical industry’, Adrian Higson, Managing Director, NNFCC
• ‘Bio-based chemicals: Research and development at a commercially-interesting scale’, Helen Shiels, Business Development Manager, Biorenewables Development Centre
• ‘Driving the change from fossil to green surfactants’, Svea Braak, Technical Applications Manager, Clariant

Visit the ChemUK website to find out more about our Day 1 speakers.

Day 2: Flash Talk Session – Innovation in bio-based chemicals

Thursday 12th May, 13.00 – 14.30 on stage 3

BioVale’s Innovation in bio-based chemicals flash talk session will showcase innovative research, entrepreneurs and SMEs offering a range of novel and drop-in bio-based products, processes, and services. Anna Zhenova from Green Rose will host the Flash Talk session and speakers will include:

BioVale’s ‘Innovation in bio-based chemicals’ flash talk session, will be co- hosted by Anna Zhenova, CEO Green Rose Chemistry, and will showcase innovative research, entrepreneurs and SMEs offering a range of sustainable, low carbon, novel and drop-in bio-based products, processes, and services.

Speakers and organisations taking part in the flash talk session include:

Session host: Anna Zhenova, CEO Green Rose Chemistry

• Fergal Byrne, Addible
• Natalia Stawniak, Nuspec Oil
• Maria Garcia, BindEthics
• Susan Brench, CEO Starbons
• Krisztina Kovacs-Schreiner, CEO Lixea
• Miranda Lindsay-Fynn, Commercial Director Bio-Sep
• Gareth Little, HVB Enterprise Fellow HVB
• Joyce Bennett, HVB Enterpreise Fellow, MORF

Visit the ChemUK website to find out more about our Day 2 speakers.