H2020 INN-PRESSME Project: Open innovation ecosystem for the sustainable deployment of plant-based nanoparticle biomaterials for packaging, transportation, and consumer goods.

INN-PRESSME aims to develop and implement a sustainable OITB to support European companies scale up their biomaterials and nano-enabled processes from TRL 4-5 to 7. We will focus on (nano)cellulose, bioplastics and natural fibers, combined with nanotechnology approaches to tailor bio-based materials with properties and functionalities (barrier, antibacterial properties, enhanced corrosion or chemical resistance, etc.) that match or outperform their fossil counterparts at competitive prices. INN-PRESSME brings together 16 pilot lines, organized into routes and processes for feedstock conversion (PLA, PHA, fiber-based, cellulose-based), formulation and transformation and processing of bio-based material into high added value products. INN-PRESSME is a joint collaborative network of 27 partners from 10 EU countries from Northern (Fi, Nor, Swe, UK, Be), Southern (Sp, It, Fr) and Central Europe (Ge, Po).

All technical and market-oriented services are provided by dedicated partners and include processing equipment and methods, rapid, accurate/reliable characterization, scale-up, nanosecurity, eco-design and circular economy assessment (recyclability and biodegradability), product certification, OITB digitalization, OITB sustainable business plan, technology transfer, financing support, and networking activities. The value proposition will be validated for three targeted mass markets (packaging, energy/transport, and consumer goods sectors) with nine test cases co-developed with early adopters (seven INDs, one SME), and with additional test cases through open calls.

All of this will ensure the smooth transition of new material concepts to the market, for a cumulative turnover of approximately 56 million euros by 2029. Furthermore, to maximize the impact on SMEs, the OITB will rely on a strong network of European clusters and initiatives and effective promotional campaigns, including those targeting ECCP members or ERDF-funded regional initiatives. These services will be available through a single point of entry.