RCS - Symphony Environment - Alignment with BB-REG-NET's Recommendations

Symphony Environmental TechnologiesAnnouncement

28/11/2025 07:00

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RNS Number : 3334J  Symphony Environmental Tech. PLC  28 November 2025

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Symphony Environmental Technologies Plc

("Symphony" or the "Company")

Symphony's d2w and NbR Technologies Aligned with BB-REG-NET's recommendations on Biodegradable Solutions

 

Symphony Environmental Technologies Plc ("Symphony", AIM: SYM), a global
leader in smarter, safer, and sustainable plastic and rubber technologies,
welcomes the publication of the BB-REG-NET Circular Bioeconomy Working Group's
report, "Addressing Persistent Plastic Pollution: The Case for Biodegradable
Solutions" (October 2025).

The report, commissioned in response to UK Government concerns about plastic
waste and microplastic pollution, provides evidence that certified
biodegradable plastics can significantly mitigate the long-term environmental
impacts of conventional plastics.

The report specifically highlights that:

·    Biodegradable plastics are engineered to undergo complete microbial
biodegradation, ultimately converting into carbon dioxide, water, and biomass,
rather than persisting as microplastics.

·    Certified biodegradable plastics have undergone rigorous
biodegradation and ecotoxicological testing, ensuring their safety and
environmental compatibility.

·    Continuous use of ordinary plastic mulch films can lead to
significant microplastic accumulation in the soil.

·    While biodegradable plastics are not a panacea for microplastic
pollution, they offer a fundamentally different and more positive trajectory
than conventional plastics.

·    For a fair comparison to be made, both biodegradable and conventional
plastics should be subject to the same scrutiny.

Symphony's d2w and NbR technologies are designed and independently tested to
meet and exceed these criteria. d2w technology enables polyethylene and
polypropylene products to biodegrade in the open environment, leaving no
microplastic residues, while NbR (Natural Biodegradable Resin) additionally
offers a reduction in the fossil-derived content of the plastic and delivers
beneficial minerals to the soil.

Symphony agrees with the report's key recommendations, which are fully aligned
with Symphony's longstanding advocacy for science-based regulation,
independent testing, and transparent certification. Symphony welcomes closer
collaboration between policymakers, regulators, and industry, which will allow
them to actively benefit from the considerable knowledge and research data
generated by companies such as Symphony, working in this area for many years.

Symphony also supports the development of application-specific biodegradation
standards. For example, EN17033 is not suitable for all applications, as the
test excludes the effect of UV light and heat to which a mulch film is exposed
when lying on the surface of the field.  ASTM D6954 does not exclude those
important factors.

If agricultural mulch films and/or tree-guards are made with Symphony's d2w
biodegradable technology, (See
https://www.biodeg.org/agricultural-plastic-products-2/
(https://www.biodeg.org/agricultural-plastic-products-2/) ) the formulation
can be adjusted to the timescale required for a particular application or
particular climatic conditions.  They are also less expensive than the
biobased alternatives.  The NbR version is even less expensive, and will add
beneficial minerals to the soil.  d2w and NbR films are also really useful
for packaging applications, because they are designed to biodegrade if they
get into the environment as litter.

Whilst biodegradable plastic is essential in agriculture, Symphony does not
believe that plastic has any role to play in the composting process.  See
https://www.biodeg.org/subjects-of-interest/composting/
(https://www.biodeg.org/subjects-of-interest/composting/)

Symphony does not agree that "conventional plastics with additives fragment
into microplastics when exposed to oxygen." Symphony's d2w and NbR plastics do
not do this.  They convert into biodegradable materials which are then
bioassimilated by bacteria and fungi in the environment, including the marine
environment, See
https://www.biodeg.org/subjects-of-interest/agriculture-and-horticulture/the-marine-environment/
(https://www.biodeg.org/subjects-of-interest/agriculture-and-horticulture/the-marine-environment/)

Michael Laurier, CEO of Symphony Environmental, commented:

"We are delighted that the BB-REG-NET report provides clear evidence
supporting the environmental benefits of biodegradable technologies that meet
robust international standards. This will help the UK Government and other
policymakers to recognise that proven biodegradable solutions, such as
Symphony's d2w and NbR, are essential for reducing persistent plastic
pollution and microplastics in the environment.

Biodegradable technologies-when properly certified and managed-are a positive
force for the environment. By enabling plastics to biodegrade naturally
(organic recycling), these technologies help remove harmful plastic fragments,
including microplastics, from ecosystems.

Symphony remains committed to working with regulators, industry partners, and
stakeholders to advance sustainable material solutions globally."

For further information, please contact:

Symphony Environmental Technologies Plc

Tel: +44 (0)20 8207 5900

Website: https://www.symphonyenvironmental.com

 

NOTES TO EDITORS

In addition to d2w biodegradable technology Symphony supplies a range of
plastic technologies under its d2p (designed to protect) brand www.d2p.net
(http://www.d2p.net)   to provide protection against insects, viruses,
bacteria, fungi, rodents, odours, and fire.  It has also introduced a new
product under its NbR brand
https://www.symphonyenvironmental.com/natural-biodegradable-resin/
(https://www.symphonyenvironmental.com/natural-biodegradable-resin/)   to
reduce the amount of fossil-derived material in plastic products.

Symphony has a diverse and growing customer-base and has established itself as
an international business with over 70 distributors around the world. Products
made with Symphony's plastic technologies are now available in nearly 100
countries and in many different product applications. Symphony itself is
certified according to ISO9001 and ISO14001.

Symphony participates in the Committee work of the British Standards Institute
(BSI), the American Standards Organisation (ASTM), the European Standards
Organisation (CEN), and the International Standards Organisation (ISO).

Further information on the Group can be found at
www.symphonyenvironmental.com  and twitter @SymphonyEnv

See also Symphony on Instagram and Linkedin.

ENQUIRIES:

Info@d2w.net (mailto:Info@d2w.net)

 Symphony Environmental Technologies Plc
 Michael Laurier, CEO
 Ian Bristow, CFO
 www.symphonyenvironmental.com (http://www.symphonyenvironmental.com/)

 Tel:  +44 (0) 20 8207 5900

 

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