Performance BioFilaments and Mercer: Pioneering Sustainable Solutions with Nanofibrillated Cellulose

Mercer International Inc. and Resolute Forest Products are pioneering sustainable innovation through their collaborative venture, Performance BioFilaments. Specializing in nanofibrillated cellulose (NFC), this partnership is shaping the future of biomaterials. 

NFC’s unique nanostructure offers unparalleled strength and diverse rheological properties obtained through an environmentally and economically efficient mechanical refining process. The material is being rigorously researched for its applicability in reinforcing plastics, concrete, and industrial parts, targeting key sectors such as automotive and aerospace. Sustainability imperatives and regulatory demands underscore NFC’s role as an economic and environmental game-changer across industries. 

Please read our full article to delve deeper into this venture’s technologies, applications, and economic implications.