17 Partners from 9 Countries
ITENE – Coordinator
Spain
ITENE is a leading research center specializing in materials, packaging, transport, and circular economy solutions. Its expertise covers advanced characterization of materials, the development of bio-based and recyclable plastics, and cutting-edge recycling technologies. ITENE supports industries through R&D, pilot-scale validation, and sustainability assessment. Within Be-Up, it provides scientific coordination and strong capabilities in materials innovation and environmental performance.
Hybrid Catalysis
Netherlands
Hybrid Catalysis develops innovative catalytic processes to convert biomass, CO₂, and waste streams into sustainable chemicals and advanced materials. The company combines expertise in heterogeneous catalysts, reactor engineering, and process intensification. Their technologies enable more efficient and environmentally friendly conversion pathways. In Be-Up, Hybrid Catalysis contributes to the development of new upcycling routes and advanced chemical transformations.
Particula Group
Croatia
Particula Group is an R&D-driven company focused on engineered materials, including functional additives, nanoparticle technologies, and advanced polymer composites. It integrates formulation, process optimization, and application testing to deliver tailored solutions for industrial markets. The company works across materials science, nanotechnology, and product engineering. In Be-Up, Particula supports the development of enhanced polymer properties and innovative bio-based formulations.
Isotech
Cyprus
Isotech is a research-oriented SME specializing in sustainability, environmental technologies, and circular economy strategies. The company has strong expertise in Life Cycle Assessment, environmental data modelling, and policy support. It collaborates with academia, industry, and public bodies to implement innovative solutions in waste management and resource efficiency. In Be-Up, Isotech contributes to environmental evaluation and the integration of circularity models.
European Bioplastics
Germany
European Bioplastics (EUBP) is the main European association representing the entire bioplastics value chain, from raw material suppliers to converters and brand owners. EUBP promotes market development, provides policy advocacy at EU level, and disseminates knowledge about bio-based and biodegradable materials. In Be-Up, EUBP leads on the multi-actor approach and stakeholder engagement.
Polinivo
Belgium
Polinivo is specialized in the development and production of advanced polymer compounds, including bio-based, recycled, and high-performance materials. The company offers expertise in compounding, material design, and customized formulations for multiple industries. Its capabilities also include processing trials, quality assessment, and application development. In Be-Up, Polinivo contributes to scaling up new materials and validating their performance in real industrial environments.
IDENER
Spain
IDENER integrates advanced modelling, artificial intelligence, and digital engineering to support R&D in materials science, biotechnology, and chemical processes. The company focuses on system optimization, multiscale modelling, and computational tools that accelerate innovation. Its interdisciplinary approach links experimental results with predictive and data-driven models. Within Be-Up, IDENER contributes to process modelling, digital optimization, and data integration across the value chain.
Normec OWS
Belgium
Normec OWS is a global leader in testing and certification of biodegradability, compostability, and environmental safety. The company operates accredited laboratories and has more than 30 years of experience supporting sustainable materials and waste-management solutions. It works closely with industry and policymakers to validate compliance with international standards. In Be-Up, Normec OWS provides biodegradation testing, certification pathways, and end-of-life assessment.
CebiMat
Spain
CebiMat is a materials research center within NOVA University Lisbon, specializing in polymers, composites, functional coatings, and sustainable material solutions. The center combines fundamental research with applied industrial projects, supported by advanced characterization facilities and interdisciplinary expertise. Its mission is to drive innovation in materials with improved performance and reduced environmental impact. In Be-Up, CebiMat contributes research on polymer structures, properties, and sustainable material development.
Innotech – Grupo Lantero
Spain
Innotech is the R&D and innovation center of Grupo Lantero, dedicated to developing advanced packaging solutions with a strong focus on recyclability, eco-design, and circularity. It offers pilot-scale testing, material prototyping, and industrial validation for new polymer formulations. Innotech works closely with brands and converters to accelerate the adoption of sustainable packaging. In Be-Up, it provides industrial validation for new bio-based and recycled materials.
Novamont
Italy
Novamont is a global pioneer in bioplastics and bio-based chemistry, integrating renewable resources, industrial biotechnology, and circular economy models. The company develops biodegradable polymers and solutions tailored for applications such as packaging, agriculture, and food-service. Novamont promotes system-level sustainability by connecting material innovation with new value chains and end-of-life strategies. In Be-Up, it contributes high-level expertise in bio-based materials and industrial implementation.
Polymeris
France
Polymeris is the French innovation cluster dedicated to polymers, composites, elastomers, and advanced materials. It supports over 600 industrial and academic members through R&D project development, technology transfer, expertise, and European collaboration. The cluster promotes sustainable materials, recycling technologies, and industrial competitiveness across value chains. Within Be-Up, Polymeris leads communication, dissemination, stakeholder engagement, and the creation of synergies with other EU initiatives.
Imerys Talc Europe
France
Imerys is the world leader in mineral-based specialty solutions, providing functional minerals that enhance performance, durability, and sustainability in polymers and composites. The company combines advanced mineral processing, formulation expertise, and global industrial capabilities. Imerys develops solutions for packaging, automotive, construction, and energy applications. In Be-Up, it supports material formulation and the integration of mineral fillers to improve product performance.
FTPO – Future Talent Plastics & Polymers
Slovenia
FTPO is a higher-education and research institution dedicated to plastics engineering, covering polymer processing, material testing, and sustainable manufacturing. It bridges academic training with applied research in partnership with industries. FTPO provides pilot-scale facilities, processing expertise, and material characterization capabilities. In Be-Up, it contributes to processing trials, validation of new formulations, and knowledge transfer.
UNE – Spanish Association for Standardization
Spain
UNE is Spain’s national standardization body, coordinating the development of national, European, and international standards across all sectors. It works closely with industry, regulators, and research organizations to ensure alignment with emerging technologies and sustainability objectives. UNE provides certification frameworks and supports regulatory compliance. In Be-Up, it contributes to standardization pathways and ensures alignment with European norms related to sustainable materials.
Aptar France
France
Aptar is a global leader in dispensing, sealing, and packaging solutions for healthcare, beauty, food, and consumer goods. The company integrates innovative design, advanced materials, and sustainability principles to create functional and recyclable products. Aptar collaborates with industries worldwide to accelerate eco-design and the transition to circular packaging. In Be-Up, it provides industrial validation, application testing, and end-user perspective for new materials.
University of Trieste
Italy
The University of Trieste brings strong academic expertise in chemistry, materials science, and advanced characterization methods. Its research teams work on polymers, composites, catalysis, and sustainable processing technologies. The university combines high-level scientific research with collaboration across European innovation networks. In Be-Up, it contributes to fundamental understanding, material analysis, and the development of new polymer formulations.