Innofibre

Innofibre is a technology transfer centre affiliated with the Cégep de Trois-Rivières in Quebec, Canada, that specializes in applied research and development for the pulp, paper, and biorefinery industries. It operates as a College Centre for the Transfer of Technology (CCTT) and provides industrial partners with access to unique pilot-scale facilities and specialized analytical laboratories. The centre’s multidisciplinary team works on projects involving cellulosic packaging, papermaking processes, biomaterials, bio-based products, residual biomass valorization, and decarbonization solutions. By offering technical assistance and research services, Innofibre aims to help organizations reduce technological risks, diversify their product offerings, and adapt technologies for sustainable development.

For industrial partners and businesses, Innofibre acts as a research hub that facilitates the innovation and scale-up of bio-based solutions. Companies leverage the centre’s expertise to validate new processes, develop functionalized cellulosic materials, and improve the environmental profile of their operations. The organization is committed to collaborative research, often working alongside private sector firms to transform biomass residues into high-value products. With extensive experience in fields such as thermoformed pulp packaging and thermochemical biomass conversion, Innofibre supports the transition toward a circular economy by providing the scientific and technical foundation needed for commercializing innovative technologies.