Cellulose Fibres Conference 2025 is generating excitement in the industry as six pioneering products have been nominated for the prestigious innovation award, set to take place in Cologne on March 12-13. This annual award, organized by nova-Institute and sponsored by GIG Karasek, honors companies that demonstrate creativity, technological advancement, and ecological impact. The award’s goal is to recognize not only innovative products but also the courage to innovate for a sustainable future.

The six nominees, selected by a jury of experts, are set to showcase their solutions at the conference, where attendees will vote live for the top three winners. Over 220 participants are expected to join the event, which will include presentations and the award ceremony on March 12.

The nominees include Fibers365 (Germany), with its ‘hemp365’ material made from regional, chemical-free hemp fibres that reduce reliance on fossil-based binders. Releaf Paper France (France) transforms urban fallen leaves into sustainable cellulose fibres for eco-friendly packaging, while SA-Dynamics (Germany) presents cellulose aerogel textiles as a biodegradable alternative to fossil-based insulation materials. Sci-Lume Labs (USA) introduces Bylon, a renewable, waste-derived biosynthetic fibre that is biodegradable and recyclable.

TMG Automotive (Portugal) offers Refiber, a sustainable automotive material made from biopolymer and cellulose waste for car interiors. Lastly, Uluu (Australia) is developing biodegradable textiles made from seaweed-derived materials, replacing plastics in fashion and reducing microplastic pollution.

These innovations are expected to set new standards in sustainability across multiple industries.