The sugar industry is undergoing a transformation to meet new market challenges, and Sulzer is the ideal partner to support this journey. For that reason, Sulzer will present its business model to produce biopolymers such as polylactic acid (PLA) from sugar, and demonstrate how strong economics and sustainability can be effectively combined.
PLA demand is booming due to regulatory changes and growing social awareness around products with a reduced environmental footprint. Sugarcane is an excellent source for this product, giving the sugar industry an excellent opportunity to diversify its portfolio in an increasingly competitive market, characterized by frequent price fluctuations and evolving legislation.
In terms of usage, PLA’s mechanical and chemical properties make it an economical and versatile solution for a wide range of different applications. These include packaging, 3D printing, textiles, agriculture, electronic devices and automotive components, among many others.
With more than 20 years of experience in executing PLA plant projects around the world, Sulzer’s accumulated know-how, combined with an extensive network of different shareholders, maximizes the likelihood of project success.
Sulzer looks forward to engaging with the entire sugar sector to explore the benefits of PLA. Join our team of experts, Alex Battu (Global Licensing Manager) and Nereo Rodriguez (Senior Sales Manager Biopolymer Technologies) during the presentation on December 2 at 4:00 p.m. They will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have. In case of questions feel free to reach out at polymer@sulzer.com
About the 34th ISO International Seminar 2025
Date: December 2nd - 3rd 2025
Place: London, UK