News - Fibrenamics

25 Feb 2025News

Fibrenamics showcases disruptive innovations in composites at JEC World 2025

Fibrenamics, the Institute of Innovation in Fibrous and Composite Materials, will participate in JEC World 2025, the largest international trade fair dedicated to composite materials. The event will take place at the Paris-Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre, France, from March 4 to 6.

10 Feb 2025News

BornRecycled: The future of school furniture is sustainable and circular

How can we reduce the environmental impact of school furniture production? And how can we transform waste into sustainable materials? These are some of the questions that the BornRecycled project aims to answer by bringing innovative solutions to the school furniture industry through waste valorization.

16 Dec 2024News

Highlights of the Ignite Sessions 2024 – Defense & Protection

The 2024 edition of the Ignite Sessions, held on December 11th at the Quartel de Santo Ovídio in Porto, was entirely dedicated to defense and protection, with the highlight being the launch of the Fibrenamics Innovation HUB – Defense & Protection.

24 May 2023News

Fibrenamics presents Trends and Opportunities for the Future at the 6th Braga Economy Week.

Fibrenamics, a platform recognized for the transfer of scientific and technological knowledge, was highlighted at the 6th Economy Week with the first session of the Ignite Sessions. The inspiring event, dedicated to innovative products, brought together leading experts and professionals to discuss trends and opportunities for the industry and society related to innovation in areas such as Construction and Architecture, Defense and Personal Protection, Ecodesign, Mobility, and Health and Wellness.

04 May 2023News

Fibrenamics receives the Secretary of State for National Defense

Fibrenamics received the visit of the Secretary of State for Defense, Marco Capitão Ferreira, this Thursday, May 4th. The visit is part of the recent signing of the protocol between the Directorate General of National Defense Resources and the University of Minho.

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Fibrenamics Introduces New Project on RDP Internacional

Fibrenamics introduces new generation of wheelchairs, in conversation with RDP International.

04 Apr 2023News

Fibrenamics Develops World's Lightest Wheelchair

Portugal is again a world highlight, this time with the creation of the lightest wheelchair in the world. Developed in partnership by Fibrenamics' innovation center and the company Multiorthos, this new generation of wheelchairs was specifically designed for children with cerebral palsy, offering greater comfort and adaptability to the physiognomic characteristics of users.

02 Feb 2023News

Fibrenamics Develops Cement-Based Mortars Using Green Waste Obtained from Invasive Species

The Autonomous Region of the Azores is currently facing a major challenge due to the presence of an invasive species known as kahili ginger. This species, originally from South America, is a threat to biodiversity and the ecological balance of the region.

07 Dec 2022News

"Simoldes' involvement with research centers is undoubtedly a core driver for its success" - Simoldes

In an interview for Fibrenamics, Carla Silva, Project Manager in the R&D Department at Simoldes, highlights the drivers that allowed Simoldes to differentiate itself from the competition and meet the demanding requirements of the automotive industry.