Dries Maes - Bio-Based Industries, Wuppertal, Germany - 13 November 2025

Описание: Dries Maes – Policy Adviser Bioeconomy, Vlaamse overheid

Recorded at Tech Tour Bio-Based Industries 2025 in Wuppertal, Germany (13 November 2025), this interview features Dries Maes, Policy Adviser for Bioeconomy at the Vlaamse overheid, sharing perspectives on sustainable economic development, regional strengths, and the policy frameworks supporting Europe’s bio-based transition.

With a specialisation in sustainable development, business transformation, and ecosystem-level economic analysis, Dries discusses how public policy can accelerate bio-based innovation, improve energy efficiency, and strengthen regional bioeconomy ecosystems through collaboration between industry, government, and research institutions.

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About the Event
The 2025 edition of Tech Tour Bio-Based Industries brought together Europe’s most active investors, innovative scale-ups, and industry experts to accelerate the transition toward a sustainable, circular bioeconomy through curated meetings, expert discussions, and company pitches.

Event Highlights

🔹 40 selected companies showcasing advanced bio-based solutions
🔹 45+ seasoned investors from venture capital, corporates, and funds
🔹 100+ One2One meetings enabling targeted, high-value networking

Tech Tracks Covered

Bio-based Chemicals, Products & Materials · Biomanufacturing & Biorefining · Waste Valorisation & Circular Technologies · Wood-based Products & Materials · Agriculture & Food / Feed Products · Sustainable Packaging

📅 Event Date: 13 November 2025
📍 Location: Wuppertal, Germany

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