#199 JEC Metstrade Panel: Natural Fibers, Bio-Based Resins & Circularity – The Future of Marine Composite

This LinkedIn Live-on-Tape Event is primarily an audio Podcast
and about: “Natural Fibers, Bio-Based Resins & Circularity –
The Future of Marine Composites”

What happens when the marine industry meets sustainability
head-on?
 
This exclusive LinkedIn Live-on-Tape brings together visionary
leaders shaping the next era of composites—from natural fibers to
bio-based resins and circular design strategies. If you care
about innovation, performance, and reducing CO₂ footprints, this
is the conversation you cannot afford to miss.

Meet the Panelists:

*  Host: Eric Pierrejean – CEO,
JEC Group
Driving global composite innovation and sustainability
initiatives, including JEC World’s Circularity Village.

* Paolo Dassi – Bcomp Ltd
Pioneering natural fiber solutions for marine and automotive
sectors, blending aesthetics with performance.

* Marcus Kremers – Eve
Reverse
Revolutionizing production chains with discrete-length natural
fibers and bio-based resins for maximum efficiency.

* Philip Aikenhead – Head of Sales EMEA,
Gurit
Championing bio-based epoxy systems and LCA-driven sustainability
in marine composites.

*  Nicolas FORDOS – Airbus
Leading the charge in repurposing aerospace-grade carbon fiber
for marine applications—turning waste into high-value
innovation.

Brought to you by Composites Lounge and
Ilkay Özkisaoglu – Co-Founder, Composites
Lounge

Known for igniting conversations that matter across Europe’s
composites and sustainable materials industry.

Why should you join?

Because the stakes are high. From IMO fire standards to
end-of-life strategies, from local sourcing of flax and hemp to
repurposing Airbus A380 prepregs into racing yachts, this panel
uncovers the breakthroughs that will define the marine industry’s
sustainable future.

You’ll hear real-world case studies, market insights, and bold
predictions—straight from the experts driving change. Plus,
discover why JEC World 2026 in Paris will be the epicenter of
circularity and innovation.

Don’t just read about the future—be part of it.
Join this LinkedIn Live and position yourself at the forefront of
marine sustainability. Seats are virtual, but the impact is
real.

YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/RhBaqQDG1Tk