Lorenza Romanese

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European Bioplastics welcomes new Secretary General

European Bioplastics (EUBP), the association representing the interests of the bioplastics industry in Europe, has officially relocated its main operations to Brussels. The move reinforces the organisation’s commitment to advocacy and engagement with EU institutions, as well as expanding its network and enhancing its presence within the EU policy landscape.

Coinciding with the relocation, European Bioplastics announced the appointment of its new Secretary General, Lorenza Romanese, who brings extensive leadership experience in sustainability and public affairs. Romanese will lead the organisation in its next phase of strategic development and further integration within the EU policy landscape.

“A natural next step”

“This relocation is a natural next step in our growth,” says Hasso von Pogrell, Managing Director of European Bioplastics e.V. “Being in Brussels places us at the heart of EU decision-making, allowing us to strengthen our advocacy efforts and foster deeper collaboration with stakeholders across the value chain.”

The move builds upon the successful establishment of EUBP’s Brussels office in June 2023 and is a strategic milestone reflecting the growing importance of bioplastics in Europe’s transition toward a circular economy. As the EU accelerates its efforts toward sustainable prosperity and competitiveness, European Bioplastics firmly believes that biobased, biodegradable, and compostable plastics are essential to achieving these goals. These innovative materials contribute to reducing dependence on fossil resources, advancing sustainable product design, and driving cross-sectoral innovation. With a stronger presence at the heart of EU policymaking, EUBP sees itself well-positioned to support these strategic objectives and ensure that bioplastics are recognised as a key enabler of Europe’s green and circular transformation.

Berlin office will remain open

While the majority of EUBP’s core activities and advocacy work will now be based in Brussels, the Berlin office will remain open to support ongoing operations and maintain continuity of key functions including the annual European Bioplastics Conference, Seedling, Research and Innovation projects, among others.

Commenting on the new chapter, Secretary General Lorenza Romanese stated: “I am honoured to join European Bioplastics as Secretary General. I look forward to collaborating closely with our members, stakeholders, and EU institutions to strengthen the voice of bioplastics, drive ambitious policies, and unlock the sector’s full potential for Europe’s sustainable future.”

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