Investigation of Sources and Pathways of Microplastic Pollution in the Marine Environment
Defra Network eTendering Portal · Awarded contract
AwardedInvestigation of Sources and Pathways of Microplastic Pollution in the Marine Environment
Awarded 29 Apr 2018
Awarded29 Apr 2018
Value£199,065.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 7y 7mo ago11mo term
Awarded 29 Apr 2018Expired 29 Mar 2019
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Defra Network eTendering Portal awarded a contract to University of Plymouth Enterprise Limited for investigating sources and pathways of synthetic fibre and tyre microplastic pollution into the marine environment.
The contract value is AUD 199,065.
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