TransBIB – Boost. Industrial. Bioeconomy.

Boost. Industrial. Bioeconomy.
TransBIB - National transfer network
to boost industrial bioeconomy
TransBIB makes technologies, knowledge and competences of the bio-based economy accessible to a wide range of users.

TransBIB

The unique Transfer Network to Boost Industrial Bioeconomy brings together the knowledge, expertise and infrastructure of over 40 bioeconomy regions across Germany.

We actively promote the development, scaling and industrialisation of bioeconomic products. Here you will find free of charge knowledge, advice, partners and funding information for your transformation project!


Our services are made possible by funding from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE).

Project key figures and numbers

18

Project partners

99

Experts

>40

Competence regions

5,5

Mio. € funding

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Companies

Research facilities

Consumers & Society

Regional networks

Mission & Goals

Network

You have the idea, we have the right partners!

We combine the expertise of 18 partner organisations to launch your transformation project. From application to successful project completion, we support you with expertise, infrastructure and access to a nationwide network.

Knowledge & AI

Less buzz words, more understanding!

Become an expert with our compact training courses on current topics and key technologies. Our learning lounges in a convenient online format keep you up to date on current topics and forward-looking trends in the bioeconomy.

Technology transfer

Out of the lab and into production!

We support you in scaling up your materials and products with access to scaling infrastructures and expertise in the certification of bioeconomic products.

Participation

Transformation can only succeed together!

Our regular workshop formats and symposia offer space for active exchange and discourse in order to develop new ideas and launch projects. Ensure visibility and benefit from our pool of expertise as part of the TransBIB network.

Our offerings

Workshops & Trainings

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Partnerships

Funding

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Current events

  • 9th BioProScale Symposium 2026

    The Institute for Fermentation and Biotechnology in Berlin is hosting the 9th BioProScale Symposium. This international event brings together leading experts from research, development and industry.

    on location
    20.04.2026 0:00 – 22.04.2026 0:00 Uhr
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  • The Degradability of Biopolymers: A Dialogue [Create Network]

    CREATE is organising the two specialist forums, ‘Closing the loop through biomass’ and ‘Market access and best practice’, as a joint forum meeting in order to examine the issue of the biodegradability of bioplastics in a holistic, science-based and practical manner.

    on location
    21.04.2026 11:00 – 21.04.2026 17:00 Uhr
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  • CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2026

    The CO₂-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2026 will take place on 28 and 29 April 2026 in Cologne and online. Now in its 14th year, the event brings together international experts from industry, research and politics to discuss the latest developments in the use and utilisation of CO₂.

    on location
    28.04.2026 9:30 – 29.04.2026 16:30 Uhr
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News & newsworthy

  • 09.04.2026

    Scaling up industrial biotechnology: TransBIB outlines approaches, infrastructure and specific services

    The TransBIB workshop demonstrated how biotechnological processes can be successfully scaled up – from the right infrastructure to specific support services. The focus was on our one-stop shop, the scaling-up database and new scale-up facilities at the Straubing site.

  • 19.03.2026

    Learning nuggets: Certification made easy – certification systems for plastic products

    Whether fossil-based or bio-based, plastics are an integral part of our everyday lives. However, it is reliable proof of sustainability that makes the difference visible. This learning unit provides a concise overview of the certificates that are relevant for sustainable plastics, how they differ from one another, and the special role that standards play in the certification process.

  • 04.03.2026

    Is the green paint really gone? – TransBIB in the PROCESS podcast

    At the microphone: Prof. Thomas Bayer from Provadis University (TransBIB project partner) – right in the middle of a discussion that speaks plainly. Just listen in!