Overview

Boom-Bio is a South African materials company developing natural fibre composite reinforcements for manufacturers seeking lighter, lower-carbon alternatives to conventional synthetic composites such as glass fibre.

We produce hemp-based woven reinforcement fabrics designed for use in composite applications across micromobility, electric vehicles, motorsport, watersports, sporting goods and other lightweight structural products. Our materials are designed to integrate into existing composite manufacturing processes, including resin infusion and hand lay-up, allowing manufacturers to reduce reliance on petrochemical and energy-intensive materials without completely redesigning their production systems.

Boom-Bio’s current focus is commercial validation: proving that natural fibre composites can perform in real-world applications, not only in laboratory settings. We are working with partners to manufacture demonstration products, conduct mechanical testing, collect field data and build the technical evidence required for adoption.

Our long-term vision is to build a local natural fibre composite value chain in South Africa, beginning with imported hemp fibre and local textile processing, and ultimately moving towards locally grown, processed and converted industrial hemp. By combining material development, local manufacturing and end-market validation, Boom-Bio aims to become a leading African supplier of sustainable composite reinforcements for global markets.

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