Total Corbion PLA achieves milestone yield achievement

This summer, Total's Corbion PLA plant in Rayong, Thailand reached a new milestone
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Since opening in 2019, the plant has accumulated 100,000 tons of Luminy PLA production and is currently operating at a nameplate capacity of 75,000 tons per year
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This is an achievement the company is proud of
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As Simon Goldney, Director of Total's Corbion PLA Plant, said: "As with any new plant, the mass production phase is critical to reaching full capacity and we are very proud that our dedicated and enthusiastic team in Thailand has achieved 10 This is an important milestone in the cumulative production of 10,000 tons of PLA
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Compared to many conventional plastics, bio-based Luminy PLA resins are made from yearly renewable resources and have a smaller carbon footprint
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PLA products can be mechanically or chemically recycled at the end of their useful life
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Additionally, PLA's biodegradable and compostable capabilities make it the material of choice for a wide range of markets and applications, including fresh fruit packaging, food service, consumer durables, toys, and 3D printing
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These different end-of-life disposal pathways offer attractive options for producers looking for more sustainable solutions for their products
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The first PLA factory in Rayong, Thailand is just the beginning
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The company also announced plans to build a second PLA plant in Grandpuits, France, with an expected capacity of 100,000 tonnes/year, which will be the first of its kind in Europe
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François de Bie, Senior Marketing and Supply Chain Director, Total Corbion PLA, recognizes the market demand for PLA bioplastics: “We have seen rapid growth in demand from our customers and partners, both in existing supply chains and in new developments in
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He added, "We will strive to achieve the next 100,000 tons in a shorter time frame and continue to drive the development of the circular economy
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