Partner with BIOGEARS®
BIOGEARS® is a patent-pending polymeric system based on the combination of polylactic acid (PLA) and biopolyester. It offers the key for high-performance, cost-effective, biobased, biodegradable and compostable ropes.
If you are looking to expand your portfolio with sustainable, high-performance solutions, BIOGEARS is ready for integration.
BIOGEARS® is designed for:
Aquaculture and fishing gear suppliers
Marine equipment companies
Why BIOGEARS®
- Proven Technology: Validated in real offshore aquaculture environments (TRL 8).
- High Performance: Comparable durability with significantly improved production yields.
- Sustainability Advantage: Fully aligned with EU environmental regulations and circular economy goals.
- Industrial Compatibility: Can be integrated into existing production lines with minimal adaptation.
Technology Overview
BIOGEARS® is based on an innovative biopolymer blend, combining biopolyesters. This formulation enables:
Mechanical strength for marine applications
Compostable at end-of-life
Cost-performance balance for industrial applications
The technology is currently under IP protection and available for transfer.
Partnership Models
Licensing
Access BIOGEARS material formulation and production know-how to integrate into your own manufacturing processes.
Co-Development
Collaborate on scalling the technology to TRL 8-9 and adapt it to your portfolio or partner for industrial scaling up.
Commercial Partnerships
Work together to bring BIOGEARS-based products to market through established distribution channels.
Market Opportunity
The aquaculture and fishing sector are undergoing a structural shift driven by sustainability requirements.
Key drivers include:
- Increasing regulation on plastic use in marine industries
- Growing demand for environmentally responsible products
- Willingness to pay a premium for sustainable solutions
- BIOGEARS positions partners at the forefront of this transition.
