Carbios has announced its first joint venture, Carbiolice, in partnership with Limagrain and SPI. This is a key step and will combine Carbios technology with Limagrain’s industrial and commercial expertise in a €29.5m project to be developed over four years. Demand is supported by French legislation, which will enforce the use of bio-sourced and biodegradable plastics for certain bags from 2017. Our valuation range is unchanged, €23-37/share.
