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Biophilica names new board director and expands leadership

London-based material innovation start-up Biophilica, known for its debut plant-based material Treekind, has appointed Dharan Kiru to its board of directors. Kiru, the ex-director of sustainable technology innovation at Adidas, will advise on the growth of the business and the development of the Biophilica brand, as it continues to scale...

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Been London teams up with Biophilica to craft fully home compostable concept collection

Accessories brand Been London has partnered with biotechnology company Biophilica to create a collection of fully home compostable products using the plastic-free leather alternative Treekind. The collection includes a tote and small leather goods like a keyring and coin purse, all designed with their end-of-life considerations in mind. Been...

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La Maison des Startups LVMH names 23 new start-ups

Twenty-three start-ups have been selected to participate in season 7 of La Maison des Startups LVMH, the accelerator programme to bring new services and innovative products to market for the luxury industry. The six-month programme, located at Station F in Paris, aims to foster creativity and innovation while developing a community of...