(Some data may be outdated or incorrect. Please refer to company’s websites for latest information)
Company name Location – Founding year – website
Bolt Threads
USA – 2009 – http://www.boltthreads.com
Produces engineered spider silk proteins via fermentation for textiles, offering strength, elasticity, and sustainability.
Spiber
Japan – 2007 – http://www.spiber.inc
Creates Brewed Protein™ fibers using microbial fermentation of plant sugars, enabling sustainable silk-like textiles.
MycoWorks
USA – 2013 – http://www.mycoworks.com
Produces Fine Mycelium™, a customizable mycelium-based leather alternative with applications in fashion and luxury goods.
Ecovative Design
USA – 2007 – http://www.ecovative.com
Specializes in mycelium composites for packaging, foams, and construction, offering biodegradable alternatives to plastics.
Natural Fiber Welding (NFW)
USA – 2015 – http://www.nfw.earth
Develops natural material platforms (CLARUS®, MIRUM®) that are plastic-free and used in textiles, footwear, and automotive.
Apeel Sciences
USA – 2012 – http://www.apeel.com
Creates edible, plant-derived coatings to extend the shelf life of produce by reducing oxidation and water loss.
Notpla
UK – 2014 – http://www.notpla.com
Produces seaweed-based, compostable packaging solutions, including edible films and takeaway containers.
Pangaia
UK – 2018 – http://www.thepangaia.com
A fashion and materials collective that develops sustainable fabrics using seaweed fiber, bio-based dyes, and recycled content.
Banofi Leather
India – 2022 – http://www.banofileather.com
Converts banana crop waste into leather-like materials, reducing water and carbon footprint for footwear and upholstery.
UBQ Materials
Israel – 2012 – http://www.ubqmaterials.com
Transforms unsorted household waste into thermoplastic composites used in automotive, packaging, and construction.
Carbios
France – 2011 – http://www.carbios.com
Uses proprietary enzymes to depolymerize PET and polyester textiles for closed-loop recycling.
Solugen
USA – 2016 – http://www.solugen.com
Combines synthetic biology and chemistry to manufacture fossil-free specialty chemicals like hydrogen peroxide.
Twelve
USA – 2015 – http://www.twelve.co
Electrochemically converts captured CO₂ into fuels and chemicals including polymers and syngas.
Carbon Waters
France – 2017 – http://www.carbon-waters.com
Produces stable, safe graphene dispersions for use in coatings, composites, and batteries.
Soarce
USA – 2021 – http://www.soarceusa.com
Develops seaweed- and ceramic-based composites (Searamic™) offering fire resistance and UV protection.
Cancrie
USA – 2020 – http://www.cancrie.co
Converts agricultural waste into nanoporous carbons for sustainable energy storage and battery applications.
Multiscale Systems
USA – 2018 – http://www.multiscalesystems.com
Designs metamaterial composites with ultra-lightweight and crash-absorbing structures.
Paragraf
UK – 2017 – http://www.paragraf.com
Manufactures graphene-based electronic devices, including sensors for medical and industrial uses.
Ionomr Innovations
Canada – 2017 – http://www.ionomr.com
Produces fluorine-free ion-exchange membranes and polymers for hydrogen fuel cells and electrolyzers.
Group14 Technologies
USA – 2015 – http://www.group14.technology
Supplies silicon-carbon composite anodes (SCC55™) that significantly boost Li-ion battery energy density.
StoreDot
Israel – 2012 – http://www.store-dot.com
Develops fast-charging Li-ion batteries capable of 100 miles in 5 minutes, using nanomaterials.
QuantumScape
USA – 2010 – http://www.quantumscape.com
Pioneers solid-state Li-metal batteries with ceramic electrolytes for EVs.
Sila Nanotechnologies
USA – 2011 – http://www.sila.com
Produces silicon-dominant anodes for Li-ion batteries, boosting energy density and charging speed.
Northvolt
Sweden – 2016 – http://www.northvolt.com
Operates renewable-powered gigafactories to produce sustainable batteries and recycle end-of-life cells.
Redwood Materials
USA – 2017 – http://www.redwoodmaterials.com
Recycles lithium-ion batteries to recover and reintegrate cobalt, nickel, lithium, and copper.
Li-Cycle
Canada – 2016 – http://www.li-cycle.com
Runs hydrometallurgical battery recycling facilities with high recovery rates of critical metals.
Lyten
USA – 2015 – http://www.lyten.com
Develops advanced lithium-sulfur batteries, sensors, and 3D graphene composites.
Nyobolt
UK – 2019 – http://www.nyobolt.com
Designs niobium-based anode materials enabling ultra-fast charging with long cycle life.
Dioxycle
France/USA – 2021 – http://www.dioxycle.com
Builds CO₂ electrolyzers that convert carbon into ethylene for plastics and chemicals.
Plastus Biotech
USA – 2023 – [website unclear]
Uses industrial waste to produce biodegradable PHA bioplastics via bacterial fermentation.
Genecis Bioindustries
Canada – 2016 – http://www.genecis.bio
Converts organic waste into high-value biodegradable polymers through microbial fermentation.
Mangrove Lithium
Canada – 2017 – http://www.mangrovelithium.com
Provides electrochemical refining to produce battery-grade lithium from brines and salts.
Lilac Solutions
USA – 2016 – http://www.lilacsolutions.com
Develops ion-exchange beads for efficient lithium extraction from brines.
EnergyX
USA – 2018 – http://www.energyx.com
Works on lithium extraction membranes and solid-state battery technologies.
Novalith Technologies
Australia – 2019 – http://www.novalith.com
Uses carbonated water chemistry to extract lithium with low emissions and cost.
Standard Lithium
Canada – 2016 – http://www.standardlithium.com
Deploys DLE technology at North American brine assets to produce lithium chemicals.
Ascend Elements
USA – 2015 – http://www.ascendelements.com
Recycles spent batteries into engineered cathode active materials.
Green Li-ion
Singapore – 2020 – http://www.greenli-ion.com
Builds modular recycling systems to upgrade black mass into high-purity cathode powders.
Lithion Recycling
Canada – 2017 – http://www.lithionrecycling.com
Operates hydrometallurgical plants to recover lithium, cobalt, nickel, and graphite from batteries.
Elementum 3D
USA – 2014 – http://www.elementum3d.com
Develops metal powders and composites for additive manufacturing with unique properties.
Arevo
USA – 2013 – http://www.arevo.com
Uses continuous carbon fiber 3D printing for lightweight composites.
9T Labs
Switzerland – 2018 – http://www.9tlabs.com
Automates carbon fiber composite part production using hybrid 3D printing and molding.
Impossible Objects
USA – 2011 – http://www.impossible-objects.com
Produces composite parts using its CBAM® process, combining fibers and polymers.
Continuous Composites
USA – 2012 – http://www.continuouscomposites.com
Pioneers multi-material 3D printing with continuous fibers and functional elements.
Bcomp
Switzerland – 2011 – http://www.bcomp.ch
Produces flax-based natural fiber composites for automotive, aerospace, and sports.
Checkerspot
USA – 2016 – http://www.checkerspot.com
Designs microalgae-derived oils for polyurethanes and textiles in outdoor gear.
AMSilk
Germany – 2008 – http://www.amsilk.com
Produces bio-based silk proteins for fibers, coatings, and medical applications.
Modern Synthesis
UK – 2020 – http://www.moderngysis.com
Grows bacterial cellulose materials as leather alternatives for textiles and fashion.
Bloom Biorenewables
Switzerland – 2019 – http://www.bloombiorenewables.com
Fractionates biomass into high-purity lignin and sugars for bio-aromatics and polymers.
Origin Materials
USA – 2008 – http://www.originmaterials.com
Makes carbon-negative PET precursors and other biobased plastics at scale.
Loop Industries
Canada – 2014 – http://www.loopindustries.com
Chemically recycles PET/polyester waste into monomers for closed-loop reuse.
PureCycle Technologies
USA – 2015 – http://www.purecycle.com
Recycles polypropylene using solvent purification to virgin-like quality.
Gr3n Recycling
Switzerland – 2013 – http://www.gr3n-recycling.com
Microwave-assisted depolymerization of PET/polyester textiles into reusable monomers.
Brightmark
USA – 2016 – http://www.brightmark.com
Converts plastics into fuels/waxes and captures methane from agriculture for energy.
Resin8 (By Circulum)
USA – 2018 – http://www.circulum.com
Transforms mixed plastics into construction-grade aggregates.
Carbiolice (part of Carbios)
France – 2016 – http://www.carbiolice.com
Developed enzyme-enabled masterbatches to make PLA compostable.
Carbo Culture
Finland/USA – 2019 – http://www.carboculture.com
Makes high-surface-area biochar for carbon removal and soil health.
Made of Air
Germany – 2016 – http://www.madeofair.com
Produces carbon-negative thermoplastics from waste biomass.
Polybion
Mexico – 2015 – http://www.polybion.bio
Grows bacterial cellulose for Celium™, a leather alternative.
Keel Labs (formerly AlgiKnit)
USA – 2017 – http://www.keellabs.com
Produces kelp-based yarns with lower environmental impact than synthetics.
Colorifix
UK – 2016 – http://www.colorifix.com
Uses engineered microbes to apply natural pigments to textiles.
Huue
USA – 2018 – http://www.huue.bio
Ferments bio-identical indigo and other dyes to replace petrochemical dyeing.
Living Ink
USA – 2013 – http://www.livingink.co
Makes carbon-negative pigments from algae as alternatives to carbon black.
P2 Science
USA – 2011 – http://www.p2science.com
Develops renewable terpene-based specialty chemicals and polymers.
Lygos
USA – 2010 – http://www.lygos.com
Ferments sugars into organic acids for sustainable polymers.
Visolis
USA – 2012 – http://www.visolisbio.com
Produces isoprenoids and aromatics for foams, elastomers, and plastics.
XLYNX Materials
Canada – 2020 – http://www.xlynxmaterials.com
Develops molecular crosslinkers (BondLynx™, ClickLynx™) to enhance polymer strength and adhesion.
Graphmatech
Sweden – 2017 – http://www.graphmatech.com
Makes graphene-based powders, composites, and masterbatches.
Blackleaf
France – 2018 – http://www.blackleaf.fr
Produces graphene by electrochemical exfoliation at industrial scale.
Advanced Material Development (AMD)
UK – 2017 – http://www.amdnano.com
Designs nanomaterial-based inks and coatings for electronics and packaging.
UbiQD
USA – 2014 – http://www.ubiqd.com
Makes safe quantum dots for agriculture (films) and solar applications.
Avantama
Switzerland – 2013 – http://www.avantama.com
Develops printable nanomaterials for OLEDs, displays, and solar.
CubicPV
USA – 2021 – http://www.cubicpv.com
Combines perovskite-on-silicon tandem solar with wafer technology.
Fourth Power
USA – 2022 – http://www.fourthpower.energy
Thermal energy storage using advanced graphite and molten materials.
Heliogen
USA – 2013 – http://www.heliogen.com
Concentrated solar energy systems for industrial heat, hydrogen, and power.
CarbonCure Technologies
Canada – 2012 – http://www.carboncure.com
Injects CO₂ into concrete for permanent storage and strength improvement.
Mineral Carbonation International (MCi Carbon)
Australia – 2013 – http://www.mcicarbon.com
Mineralizes CO₂ into carbonate materials for building and fillers.
SkyNano
USA – 2017 – http://www.skynano.com
Electrochemically converts CO₂ into carbon nanotubes and materials.
Monolith
USA – 2012 – http://www.monolith-corp.com
Produces carbon black and hydrogen via methane pyrolysis.
Aclarity
USA – 2017 – http://www.aclaritywater.com
Electrochemical destruction of PFAS in water.
Claros Technologies
USA – 2018 – http://www.clarostechnologies.com
Develops PFAS-capturing materials and UV-activated textiles.
Evove
UK – 2015 – http://www.evove.tech
Creates graphene-based membranes for desalination and industrial separation.
Unisieve
Switzerland – 2018 – http://www.unisieve.com
Integrates porous materials into polymer membranes for gas separations.
Osmoses
USA – 2019 – http://www.osmoses.com
Develops high-selectivity membranes for gas separations, reducing energy use.
Via Separations
USA – 2017 – http://www.viaseparations.com
Graphene-oxide membranes for low-energy industrial separations.
NX Filtration
Netherlands – 2016 – http://www.nxfiltration.com
Provides hollow-fiber membranes for wastewater and beverage processing.
Sepion Technologies
USA – 2015 – http://www.sepiontech.com
Separator coatings and electrolytes for Li-metal batteries.
Ampcera
USA – 2017 – http://www.ampcera.com
Supplies oxide and sulfide solid electrolytes for solid-state batteries.
Factorial Energy
USA – 2016 – http://www.factorialenergy.com
Solid-state batteries using FEST® electrolyte platform.
OneD Battery Sciences
USA – 2012 – http://www.onedbattery.com
Nanowire silicon anodes for drop-in upgrades to Li-ion batteries.
Pure Lithium
USA – 2016 – http://www.purelithium.com
Develops Li-metal anodes and electrolytes for aviation and defense batteries.
Tiamat Energy
France – 2017 – http://www.tiamat-energy.com
Sodium-ion batteries for tools, scooters, and stationary storage.
Altris
Sweden – 2017 – http://www.altris.se
Makes Prussian-white cathode materials for sodium-ion batteries.
HiNa Battery
China – 2017 – http://www.hinabattery.com
Commercializes sodium-ion cells for grid and transport.
VoltStorage
Germany – 2016 – http://www.voltstorage.com
Vanadium and iron flow batteries for long-duration storage.
ESS Tech
USA – 2011 – http://www.essinc.com
Iron flow batteries using earth-abundant electrolytes.
Urban Electric Power
USA – 2012 – http://www.urbanelectricpower.com
Rechargeable zinc-manganese dioxide batteries for stationary storage.
Carbice
USA – 2016 – http://www.carbice.com
Carbon nanotube-based thermal interface materials.
Autonomic Materials
USA – 2009 – http://www.autonomicmaterials.com
Self-healing additives for coatings and composites.
Vartega
USA – 2014 – http://www.vartega.com
Recycles carbon fiber scrap into reusable fibers and compounds.
Urban Mining Company
USA – 2014 – http://www.urbanminingco.com
Recycles rare-earth magnets and makes new NdFeB magnets domestically.
MOF Technologies
UK/Ireland – 2012 – http://www.moftechnologies.com
Commercializes MOFs for CO₂ capture and gas separations.
NuMat Technologies
USA – 2013 – http://www.numat.com
Designs MOFs for semiconductor gas storage, purification, and delivery.
Modern Meadow
USA – 2011 – http://www.modernmeadow.com
Develops biofabricated, collagen-based materials like Bioleather and Zoa as sustainable leather alternatives for fashion and luxury.
Cemvita Factory
USA – 2017 – http://www.cemvitafactory.com
Uses synthetic biology to convert CO₂ into industrial chemicals, polymers, and fuels. Focus on sustainable pathways for mining, energy, and materials.
Twaice
Germany – 2018 – http://www.twaice.com
Develops predictive battery analytics software to extend performance and lifetime of Li-ion and solid-state cells.
Enovix
USA – 2007 – http://www.enovix.com
Commercializes 3D silicon-anode lithium-ion batteries with higher energy density for consumer electronics and EVs.
Eos Energy Storage
USA – 2008 – http://www.eosenergystorage.com
Designs zinc-based aqueous batteries for long-duration stationary storage.
Enevate
USA – 2005 – http://www.enevate.com
Develops silicon-dominant anodes for ultra-fast charging EV batteries.
Enzinc
USA – 2012 – http://www.enzinc.com
Creates zinc-based microsponge anodes for rechargeable batteries, targeting safe, low-cost energy storage.
Natron Energy
USA – 2012 – http://www.natron.energy
Uses Prussian Blue analogs in sodium-ion batteries with long cycle life for data centers and mobility.
Ambri
USA – 2010 – http://www.ambri.com
Liquid metal batteries for grid storage based on calcium and antimony electrodes.
Form Energy
USA – 2017 – http://www.formenergy.com
Develops low-cost, multi-day duration storage based on iron-air battery chemistry.
PolyJoule
USA – 2012 – http://www.polyjoule.com
Creates conductive polymer-based energy storage devices with high cycle life for grid and industry.
Energy Dome
Italy – 2020 – http://www.energydome.com
Designs CO₂-based long-duration energy storage systems in dome-like enclosures.
Highview Power
UK – 2005 – http://www.highviewpower.com
Builds cryogenic energy storage plants using liquefied air technology.
Azul Energy
Japan – 2019 – http://www.azul-energy.co.jp
Nanomaterials startup developing cobalt-free catalysts for fuel cells and metal-air batteries.
Electrochaea
Germany – 2014 – http://www.electrochaea.com
Uses engineered archaea to convert renewable power and CO₂ into methane fuel.
Sunfire
Germany – 2010 – http://www.sunfire.de
Produces solid oxide electrolyzers and fuel cells for green hydrogen and e-fuels.
H2Pro
Israel – 2019 – http://www.h2pro.co
Develops low-cost, high-efficiency water-splitting electrolyzers using E-TAC technology.
Enapter
Germany/Italy – 2017 – http://www.enapter.com
Builds modular anion exchange membrane (AEM) electrolyzers for green hydrogen production.
Verdagy
USA – 2020 – http://www.verdagy.com
Supplies large-scale electrolyzers combining alkaline and PEM advantages.
Ohmium
USA/India – 2019 – http://www.ohmium.com
Manufactures PEM electrolyzers designed for flexible renewable hydrogen generation.
Plug Power (new hydrogen materials division)
USA – 2009 – http://www.plugpower.com
Expands into hydrogen electrolyzer and fuel cell materials with advanced catalysts.
NanoSUN
UK – 2017 – http://www.nanosun.co.uk
Develops hydrogen refueling equipment and storage systems with advanced composite tanks.
NanoGraf
USA – 2012 – http://www.nanograf.com
Produces silicon-anode Li-ion cells with higher energy density and cycle life.
Silatronix
USA – 2007 – http://www.silatronix.com
Designs organosilicon electrolytes for high-voltage Li-ion and Li-metal batteries.
Prieto Battery
USA – 2009 – http://www.prietobattery.com
Develops 3D solid-state batteries with copper foam scaffolding.
BrightVolt
USA – 2010 – http://www.brightvolt.com
Commercializes ultra-thin solid-state microbatteries for wearables and IoT.
Exergyn
Ireland – 2012 – http://www.exergyn.com
Develops shape memory alloy engines for clean energy and cooling applications.
H2GO Power
UK – 2014 – http://www.h2gopower.com
Stores hydrogen in solid-state chemical carriers with AI-based management.
StoreH
France – 2016 – http://www.storeh.fr
Designs safe, solid-state hydrogen storage based on metal hydrides.
HySiLabs
France – 2015 – http://www.hysilabs.com
Produces a liquid hydrogen carrier based on silicon hydride chemistry.
Hydrogenious LOHC
Germany – 2013 – http://www.hydrogenious.net
Uses liquid organic hydrogen carriers (LOHC) for large-scale storage and transport.
Cellfion
Sweden – 2021 – http://www.cellfion.se
Produces bio-based ion-exchange membranes from cellulose for fuel cells and electrolyzers.
Heliogen
USA – 2013 – http://www.heliogen.com
Concentrated solar power company developing materials for ultra-high-temperature receivers.
Cemex Ventures (startup incubator)
Spain – 2016 – http://www.cemexventures.com
Backs startups creating low-carbon cement, admixtures, and construction materials.
Ecocem
Ireland – 2007 – http://www.ecocemglobal.com
Develops ground granulated blast-furnace slag-based cements to reduce CO₂ footprint.
Solidia Technologies
USA – 2008 – http://www.solidiatech.com
Produces CO₂-cured concrete and low-limestone cement formulations.
Carbicrete
Canada – 2016 – http://www.carbicrete.com
Uses steel slag and CO₂ curing to make carbon-negative concrete blocks.
Blue Planet Systems
USA – 2007 – http://www.blueplanetsystems.com
Develops synthetic limestone aggregates made from captured CO₂.
Brimstone Energy
USA – 2019 – http://www.brimstone.energy
Produces carbon-negative Portland cement using calcium silicate rock.
CarbonBuilt
USA – 2014 – http://www.carbonbuilt.com
Retrofits concrete plants to mineralize CO₂ into blocks with reduced cement use.
Terra CO₂
USA – 2019 – http://www.terraco2.com
Develops cement alternatives from abundant silicate rock feedstocks.
Chement
USA – 2018 – http://www.chement.com
Reinvents cement production using electrosynthesis for low-carbon chemistry.
Fortera
USA – 2019 – http://www.forterainc.com
Creates low-carbon reactive calcium carbonate cements.
Sublime Systems
USA – 2020 – http://www.sublimesystems.com
Uses electrochemical processes to produce CO₂-free cement.
Betolar
Finland – 2016 – http://www.betolar.com
Makes Geoprime® cement-free concrete binders from industrial side streams.
Carbon Re
UK – 2020 – http://www.carbonre.com
Applies AI optimization to cement kilns to cut emissions and fuel costs.
BioMason
USA – 2012 – http://www.biomason.com
Uses bacteria to “grow” bricks and tiles by precipitating calcium carbonate.
Prometheus Materials
USA – 2021 – http://www.prometheusmaterials.com
Creates algae-based bio-cement and concrete alternatives.
Green Basilisk
Netherlands – 2015 – http://www.greenbasilisk.com
Develops self-healing concrete using encapsulated bacteria.
Concrene
UK – 2019 – http://www.concrene.com
Produces graphene-enhanced concrete with higher strength and lower cement demand.
Zymergen (materials division)
USA – 2013 – http://www.zymergen.com
Engineers microbes to make new specialty materials for electronics, coatings, and packaging.
Geltor
USA – 2015 – http://www.geltor.com
Ferments animal-free collagen and proteins for biomaterials and cosmetics.
C16 Biosciences
USA – 2017 – http://www.c16bio.com
Produces sustainable palm oil alternatives via microbial fermentation.
LanzaJet
USA – 2020 – http://www.lanzajet.com
Spin-off from LanzaTech making sustainable aviation fuel from ethanol.
Climeworks
Switzerland – 2009 – http://www.climeworks.com
Direct air capture company removing CO₂ from the atmosphere.
Carbon Clean Solutions
UK – 2009 – http://www.carbonclean.com
Supplies compact, modular industrial carbon capture systems.
Verdox
USA – 2021 – http://www.verdox.com
Electro-swing adsorption technology for low-energy CO₂ capture.
Heirloom Carbon Technologies
USA – 2020 – http://www.heirloomcarbon.com
Accelerates carbon mineralization using calcium oxide looping.
Carbin Minerals
Canada – 2021 – http://www.carbinminerals.com
Captures CO₂ via enhanced weathering of ultramafic mine tailings.
Dimensional Energy
USA – 2016 – http://www.dimensionalenergy.com
Photocatalytic CO₂-to-fuel conversion using sunlight-driven reactors.
Air Company
USA – 2017 – http://www.aircompany.com
Makes consumer products and fuels from CO₂ via proprietary catalysts.
Svante
Canada – 2007 – http://www.svanteinc.com
Develops solid sorbent filters to capture CO₂ from industrial flue gases. Its modular systems enable rapid deployment at industrial plants.
CarbonFree
USA – 2010 – http://www.carbonfree.cc
Produces carbonate-based materials by mineralizing captured CO₂ into baking soda and limestone. The process offers permanent sequestration.
Aircapture
USA – 2019 – http://www.aircapture.com
Designs modular, distributed direct air capture units to provide point-source CO₂ for industrial users.
Remora
USA – 2020 – http://www.remoracarbon.com
Installs carbon capture devices on trucks to capture CO₂ directly from tailpipes, aimed at decarbonizing freight.
Capture6
USA – 2021 – http://www.capture6.org
Uses water treatment co-benefits to remove CO₂ from air and seawater while generating freshwater.
Mission Zero Technologies
UK – 2020 – http://www.missionzero.tech
Direct air capture startup using electrochemical separation to deliver low-cost, modular CO₂ removal.
Carbyon
Netherlands – 2019 – http://www.carbyon.com
Develops fast-cycle, low-cost DAC technology using structured sorbents and advanced coatings.
Noya
USA – 2020 – http://www.noya.co
Repurposes existing cooling towers into CO₂ capture units, providing carbon credits and industrial feedstocks.
RepAir Carbon
Israel – 2020 – http://www.repaircarbon.com
Electrochemical direct air capture startup with energy-efficient CO₂ separation membranes.
Sustaera
USA – 2021 – http://www.sustaera.com
Develops modular DAC systems based on alkali metal oxide sorbents powered by renewable electricity.
Verdant Earth Technologies
Australia – 2018 – http://www.verdantearth.tech
Focuses on carbon capture integrated with biomass energy and sustainable fuels.
Airhive
UK – 2022 – http://www.airhive.earth
Uses fluidized bed reactors for low-cost direct air capture with mineral-based sorbents.
TerraFixing
Canada – 2020 – http://www.terrafixing.com
DAC startup focusing on low-cost capture in cold and dry climates using adsorption materials.
Aether Diamonds
USA – 2020 – http://www.aetherdiamonds.com
Creates lab-grown diamonds from captured CO₂ using renewable energy.
Skyrenu
Canada – 2019 – http://www.skyrenu.com
Converts captured CO₂ into carbonate minerals for building and industrial use.
ClimeCo
USA – 2009 – http://www.climeco.com
Develops carbon management projects, including chemical upcycling of CO₂ into usable materials.
Carbon Infinity
UK – 2021 – http://www.carboninfinity.com
Develops modular carbon capture units for heavy industries in Asia.
Planetary Technologies
Canada – 2019 – http://www.planetarytech.com
Accelerates ocean alkalinity enhancement for permanent carbon sequestration.
Seabound
UK – 2021 – http://www.seabound.co
Captures CO₂ emissions from ships using calcium oxide sorbents.
Sailcargo (related material spinoff)
Costa Rica – 2016 – http://www.sailcargo.org
Develops sustainable shipbuilding with renewable materials and bio-based composites.
Ebb Carbon
USA – 2021 – http://www.ebbcarbon.com
Combines electrochemistry and seawater alkalinization to remove CO₂ while reducing ocean acidity.
Running Tide
USA – 2017 – http://www.runningtide.com
Deploys kelp cultivation and bio-material sinking to sequester carbon in the ocean.
Seafields
UK – 2019 – http://www.seafields.eco
Focuses on open-ocean sargassum cultivation for carbon removal and bio-material production.
Kula Bio
USA – 2018 – http://www.kulabio.com
Produces sustainable biofertilizers using microbial nitrogen fixation to replace synthetic ammonia.
Pivot Bio
USA – 2011 – http://www.pivotbio.com
Engineers microbes to fix nitrogen at plant roots, reducing reliance on synthetic fertilizers.
Azotic Technologies
UK – 2012 – http://www.azotictech.com
Develops microbial seed treatments to fix nitrogen for crops naturally.
Anuvia Plant Nutrients
USA – 2014 – http://www.anuvia.com
Creates bio-based fertilizers by upcycling organic waste streams.
Sound Agriculture
USA – 2013 – http://www.sound.ag
Develops crop-activating chemistry and bio-inspired materials for improved yield and sustainability.
Indigo Ag (materials division)
USA – 2013 – http://www.indigoag.com
Works on soil carbon sequestration and natural materials chemistry for agriculture.
SupPlant
Israel – 2012 – http://www.supplant.me
IoT + material science company developing smart irrigation tools and resilient materials.
Ceres Imaging
USA – 2014 – http://www.ceresimaging.net
Develops imaging and data materials to optimize agricultural inputs and improve sustainability.
Phycobloom
UK – 2018 – http://www.phycobloom.com
Uses engineered algae for biofuel and bio-material production.
Living Seawalls
Australia – 2018 – http://www.livingseawalls.com.au
Designs bio-enhancing concrete panels to increase marine biodiversity on built infrastructure.
ECOncrete
Israel – 2012 – http://www.econcretetech.com
Produces marine-grade concrete with admixtures that encourage biological colonization.
Arc Marine
UK – 2015 – http://www.arcmarine.co
Develops reef cubes and concrete alternatives for marine restoration and coastal protection.
BlueNalu
USA – 2018 – http://www.bluenalu.com
Focuses on cell-based seafood with biomaterial innovations in scaffolds and matrices.
Finless Foods
USA – 2017 – http://www.finlessfoods.com
Cultivated seafood company creating fish fillets with bio-material scaffolding.
Shiok Meats
Singapore – 2018 – http://www.shiokmeats.com
Cell-based shrimp and crustaceans using novel hydrogel biomaterials.
Wildtype
USA – 2016 – http://www.wildtypefoods.com
Grows cultivated salmon using proprietary scaffolds for texture.
BlueBioTech
Germany – 2015 – http://www.bluebio-tech.de
Produces microalgae-derived ingredients for food, feed, and biomaterials.
Algenol Biotech
USA – 2006 – http://www.algenol.com
Uses algae to produce biofuels and specialty chemicals from CO₂.
Heliae Development
USA – 2008 – http://www.heliae.com
Develops algae-based fertilizers and bioplastics.
Algama Foods
France – 2013 – http://www.algamafoods.com
Creates microalgae-based proteins and biomaterials for food and packaging.
Unibio
Denmark – 2001 (expanded ~2010s) – http://www.unibio.dk
Uses U-Loop® fermentation to produce single-cell protein and biomaterials.
Calysta
UK/USA – 2011 – http://www.calysta.com
Makes FeedKind® protein using natural gas fermentation, with applications in food and materials.
Solar Foods
Finland – 2017 – http://www.solarfoods.fi
Produces Solein®, a protein-rich material made from CO₂, air, and electricity.
Air Protein
USA – 2019 – http://www.airprotein.com
Creates protein and biomaterials directly from CO₂ using fermentation.
Nature’s Fynd
USA – 2012 – http://www.naturesfynd.com
Produces Fy™ fungi protein for food and bio-materials using volcanic microbes.
Quorn (new R&D division)
UK – 2010s R&D expansion – http://www.quorn.com
Works on next-gen mycoproteins for food and material applications.
Tropic Biosciences
UK – 2016 – http://www.tropicbiosciences.com
Uses CRISPR-based editing to improve crop resilience and material feedstocks.
Pairwise
USA – 2017 – http://www.pairwise.com
Applies genome editing for fruits and vegetables with improved sustainability.
Inari Agriculture
USA – 2016 – http://www.inari.com
Focuses on crop genetics to optimize material inputs and lower fertilizer needs.
Greenlight Biosciences
USA – 2008 – http://www.greenlightbiosciences.com
Develops RNA-based agricultural biocontrol materials.
Better Origin
UK – 2015 – http://www.betterorigin.co
Builds insect protein systems to replace unsustainable feed inputs.
Ynsect
France – 2011 – http://www.ynsect.com
Produces insect protein and chitin biomaterials at industrial scale.
AgriProtein
South Africa – 2008 – http://www.agriprotein.com
Processes organic waste into insect-derived protein and biomaterials.
Protix
Netherlands – 2009 – http://www.protix.eu
Produces insect protein and chitosan-based biomaterials.
Hexafly
Ireland – 2015 – http://www.hexafly.com
Insect farming company producing oils, proteins, and bio-based chitin.
Entocycle
UK – 2014 – http://www.entocycle.com
Automates insect farming for protein, oils, and sustainable chitosan materials.
Innovafeed
France – 2016 – http://www.innovafeed.com
Develops black soldier fly larvae protein and insect-based materials.
Deep Branch
UK – 2018 – http://www.deepbranch.com
Uses CO₂ and hydrogen to produce single-cell protein for feed and bio-materials.
AirProtein (dup checked, only once)
NoPalm Ingredients
Netherlands – 2020 – http://www.nopalmingredients.com
Ferments food side streams into oils to replace palm oil in food and materials.
Kiverdi
USA – 2011 – http://www.kiverdi.com
Uses gas fermentation to make proteins and oils for materials and consumer goods.
NovoNutrients
USA – 2016 – http://www.novonutrients.com
Makes proteins and chemicals from CO₂ and hydrogen fermentation.
LanzaTech (spinoff work)
USA – 2005 – http://www.lanzatech.com
Gas fermentation platform producing chemicals, fuels, and polymers from emissions.
Greyparrot
UK – 2019 – http://www.greyparrot.ai
Uses AI vision systems to sort waste streams, improving recyclables for material inputs.
ZenRobotics
Finland – 2007 – http://www.zenrobotics.com
Develops robotic sorting systems for construction and industrial waste.
AMP Robotics
USA – 2015 – http://www.amprobotics.com
AI-driven robotics startup for advanced recycling of plastics, paper, and metals.
Recycleye
UK – 2019 – http://www.recycleye.com
Develops AI and robotic systems to automate sorting of municipal and industrial recyclables.
Polytopal
France – 2021 – http://www.polytopal.fr
Specializes in AI-driven molecular discovery for polymers and composites.
Materials Nexus
UK – 2020 – http://www.materialsnexus.com
Applies AI to discover new alloys, polymers, and composites for energy and aerospace.
Citrine Informatics
USA – 2013 – http://www.citrine.io
AI-powered platform for accelerated discovery of new materials in chemicals, polymers, and batteries.
DeepMaterial
China – 2019 – http://www.deepmaterialcn.com
Develops adhesives and functional materials for semiconductors and electronics.
QuesTek Innovations (spinoff)
USA – 2012 (new startups arm) – http://www.questek.com
Applies ICME and computational design to develop new high-performance alloys.
Exabyte.io
USA – 2015 – http://www.exabyte.io
Provides cloud-based materials simulation platforms for accelerated discovery.
Schrödinger Materials
USA – 2010s division – http://www.schrodinger.com
Uses AI and quantum mechanics simulations to accelerate polymer and catalyst discovery.
Cuberg (acquired by Northvolt, still operates as startup)
USA – 2015 – http://www.cuberg.net
Develops lithium-metal batteries with proprietary liquid electrolytes for aviation and defense applications.
Sion Power
USA – 2008 – http://www.sionpower.com
Specializes in lithium-sulfur and lithium-metal battery chemistries with higher energy density than Li-ion.
PolyPlus Battery Company
USA – 2009 – http://www.polyplus.com
Develops protected lithium electrodes for lithium-sulfur and lithium-air systems.
Enovate Materials
USA – 2021 – http://www.enovatematerials.com
Designs next-generation solid electrolytes for Li-metal and sodium-ion batteries.
Bright Energy Storage Technologies
Canada – 2015 – http://www.brightestorage.com
Focuses on zinc hybrid batteries for renewable storage applications.
E-Zn
Canada – 2012 – http://www.e-zn.com
Develops long-duration zinc-based electrochemical storage systems.
Enerpoly
Sweden – 2018 – http://www.enerpoly.com
Commercializes rechargeable zinc-ion battery technology for stationary storage.
Zinc8 Energy Solutions
Canada – 2019 – http://www.zinc8energy.com
Creates zinc-air flow batteries for long-duration grid applications.
Primus Power
USA – 2009 – http://www.primuspower.com
Produces zinc-based flow batteries for grid-scale energy storage.
ESS Inc.
USA – 2011 – http://www.essinc.com
Designs all-iron flow batteries for multi-day stationary storage.
CMBlu Energy
Germany – 2014 – http://www.cmblu.com
Works on organic flow batteries using lignin-derived electrolytes.
Voltaware
UK – 2014 – http://www.voltaware.com
Develops AI-driven energy monitoring and smart material sensors for homes.
Reactive Innovations
USA – 2008 – http://www.reactive-innovations.com
Designs electrochemical systems for CO₂ reduction and specialty materials.
Promethean Particles
UK – 2007 – http://www.prometheanparticles.co.uk
Produces metal oxide nanoparticles via continuous hydrothermal synthesis for coatings and catalysts.
Nanoco Technologies
UK – 2001, scaled 2010s – http://www.nanocotechnologies.com
Specializes in cadmium-free quantum dots for displays, solar, and lighting.
Quantum Solutions
Japan – 2016 – http://www.qdots.jp
Develops perovskite quantum dots for optoelectronic devices and imaging.
Perovskia Solar
Switzerland – 2019 – http://www.perovskia.solar
Commercializes customizable, colorful perovskite solar modules for IoT and BIPV.
Oxford PV
UK – 2010 – http://www.oxfordpv.com
Leads perovskite-on-silicon tandem solar technology, targeting higher efficiencies.
Saule Technologies
Poland – 2014 – http://www.sauletech.com
Develops flexible perovskite solar panels with roll-to-roll production.
Heliatek
Germany – 2006 – http://www.heliatek.com
Manufactures organic photovoltaics (OPV) on flexible substrates for building integration.
Solivus
UK – 2016 – http://www.solivus.com
Installs lightweight, flexible solar films and materials for rooftops.
Midsummer AB
Sweden – 2004 (scaled later) – http://www.midsummer.se
Produces thin-film CIGS solar panels with low carbon footprint manufacturing.
Flisom
Switzerland – 2005 – http://www.flisom.com
Roll-to-roll manufacturer of lightweight CIGS solar films for mobility and buildings.
Swift Solar
USA – 2017 – http://www.swiftsolar.com
Develops high-efficiency perovskite tandem solar cells for aerospace and terrestrial use.
Tandem PV
USA – 2016 – http://www.tandempv.com
Focuses on perovskite-silicon tandem modules to surpass efficiency limits.
SolChroma
USA – 2014 – http://www.solchroma.com
Produces reflective electronic displays using novel electrochromic materials.
E Ink Holdings (spinoffs into startups)
Taiwan – 2010s startups – http://www.eink.com
Invests in material startups around bistable displays and pigments.
Flexterra
USA – 2005 – http://www.flexterracorp.com
Develops organic semiconductor materials for flexible electronics and displays.
C3Nano
USA – 2010 – http://www.c3nano.com
Makes silver nanowire transparent conductive films for touchscreens and photovoltaics.
Cambrios Advanced Materials
USA – 2002 (scaled startups in 2010s) – http://www.cambrios.com
Develops silver nanowire coatings for flexible displays and electronics.
Canatu
Finland – 2008 – http://www.canatu.com
Produces carbon nanotube films and coatings for touch sensors and automotive glazing.
Meta Materials Inc. (META)
Canada – 2011 – http://www.metamaterial.com
Creates engineered nanostructured materials for optics, EMI shielding, and energy.
Evolv Technology (materials arm)
USA – 2013 – http://www.evolvtechnology.com
Uses metamaterials for advanced sensing and security applications.
Photonics Innovations
UK – 2015 – http://www.photonicsinnovations.com
Spin-off focusing on specialty photonic materials for sensing and imaging.
Kyulux
Japan – 2015 – http://www.kyulux.com
Develops TADF (thermally activated delayed fluorescence) materials for OLED displays.
Noctiluca
Poland – 2019 – http://www.noctiluca.eu
Supplies specialty OLED emitters and materials for next-gen displays.
Ossila
UK – 2009 – http://www.ossila.com
Provides materials and equipment for perovskite, OPV, and semiconductor R&D.
Eos Biodevices
USA – 2019 – http://www.eosbiodevices.com
Develops bio-based and conductive materials for wearable electronics.
Metavision Materials
UK – 2020 – http://www.metavisionmaterials.com
Creates metamaterials for cloaking, antennas, and imaging.
Lumicene Materials
France – 2018 – http://www.lumicene.com
Spin-off focusing on metallocene polyolefins for advanced packaging.
Recycl3R Solutions
Spain – 2017 – http://www.recycl3r.com
Develops smart material labeling and traceability platforms to improve recycling.
Everledger
UK – 2015 – http://www.everledger.io
Uses blockchain and IoT sensors to trace material provenance (diamonds, metals, batteries).
Circularise
Netherlands – 2016 – http://www.circularise.com
Provides blockchain-based transparency tools for plastics, chemicals, and composites.
Polyloop
France – 2021 – http://www.polyloop.fr
Focuses on closed-loop recycling of polymer composites using novel solvents.
Serimats
France – 2019 – http://www.serimats.com
Develops solvent-based recovery technologies for thermoset composites.
Concular
Germany – 2020 – http://www.concular.de
Marketplace startup for reclaimed construction materials with traceability tools.
Madaster
Netherlands – 2017 – http://www.madaster.com
Provides digital passports for building materials to enable reuse and circularity.
Materia Nova
Belgium – 2000s – http://www.materianova.be
Research and spin-off hub developing sustainable polymers and nanocomposites.
Molten Industries
USA – 2021 – http://www.moltenindustries.com
Develops methane pyrolysis for low-carbon hydrogen and solid carbon materials.
H Quest Vanguard
USA – 2017 – http://www.hquestvanguard.com
Turns natural gas into hydrogen and advanced carbon materials via microwave plasma.
Hycamite
Finland – 2020 – http://www.hycamite.com
Produces hydrogen and carbon nanoproducts via methane pyrolysis.
Olokun Minerals
UK – 2021 – http://www.olokunminerals.com
Extracts minerals from brine waste streams for building and material applications.
Mangrove Water Technologies
Canada – 2016 – http://www.mangrovewater.ca
Transforms industrial wastewater and CO₂ into valuable chemicals.
NAWA Technologies
France – 2013 – http://www.nawa-technologies.com
Vertically aligned carbon nano-tubes for ultra-fast electrodes and structural batteries enabling high power and long cycle life.
Lactips
France – 2014 – http://www.lactips.com
Water-soluble, bio-based thermoplastic from casein for packaging films and soluble labels; fully biodegradable.
Afyren
France – 2012 – http://www.afyren.com
Produces bio-based carboxylic acids via fermentation of biomass for polymers, lubricants, and coatings.
Aledia
France – 2011 – http://www.aledia.com
3D GaN-on-silicon microLED materials for next-gen displays with high brightness and efficiency.
Exagan
France – 2014 – http://www.exagan.com
Gallium nitride power device materials and processes for efficient power electronics.
Microphyt
France – 2007 – http://www.microphyt.eu
Microalgae-derived specialty ingredients and functional materials via proprietary low-shear photobioreactors.
Mecaware
France – 2020 – http://www.mecaware.com
Low-impact hydrometallurgical recycling to recover battery metals (Ni/Co/Li) from black mass.
Ecoat
France – 2011 – http://www.ecoat.fr
Bio-based alkyd resins and binders for low-VOC coatings and paints.
Armor Solar (ASCA)
France – 2008 – http://www.asca.com
Organic photovoltaic films (OPV) on flexible substrates for BIPV and IoT energy harvesting.
Carbiosphere (distinct from Carbios)
France – 2016 – http://www.carbiosphere.fr
Enzymatic upcycling of biopolymers and food-contact additives from organic residues.
DePoly
Switzerland – 2019 – http://www.depoly.co
Room-temperature chemical recycling of PET textiles and packaging back to monomers.
HeiQ
Switzerland – 2005 – http://www.heiq.com
Textile and surface materials (antimicrobial, odor control, fluorine-free repellents) using advanced chemistries.
Dimpora
Switzerland – 2019 – http://www.dimpora.com
Fluorine-free breathable waterproof membranes for outdoor apparel via porous PU chemistries.
Oxyle
Switzerland – 2020 – http://www.oxyle.ch
Catalytic oxidation materials that mineralize persistent pollutants (e.g., PFAS) in water.
CyanoGuard
Switzerland – 2016 – http://www.cyanoguard.com
Functionalized sensing materials for rapid cyanide detection in mining and process control.
Directa Plus
Italy – 2005 – http://www.directa-plus.com
Scalable graphene nanoplatelets (G+) for textiles, elastomers, environmental and thermal management uses.
BeDimensional
Italy – 2016 – http://www.bedimensional.it
2D materials (graphene, h-BN, MoS₂) additives and inks to enhance composites, coatings and energy devices.
Greenrail
Italy – 2016 – http://www.greenrail.it
Composite railway sleepers using recycled rubber/plastics with embedded energy harvesting.
GrapheneXT
Italy – 2017 – http://www.graphenext.it
Graphene dispersions, masterbatches and coatings for thermal, barrier and conductive applications.
XTPL
Poland – 2015 – http://www.xtpl.com
Ultra-precise additive manufacturing of conductive micro-features using proprietary nanopastes.
Noctiluca
Poland – 2019 – http://www.noctiluca.eu
High-efficiency OLED emitter materials (TADF/hyperfluorescence) for displays and lighting.
Nafigate
Czechia – 2011 – http://www.nafigate.com
Hydal® PHA bioplastic platform from waste oils; applications in films and molded goods.
Pinflow energy storage
Czechia – 2017 – http://www.pinflow.cz
Flow-battery stacks and materials for redox systems aimed at industrial and grid storage.
IQ Structures
Czechia – 2013 – http://www.iqstructures.com
Nano-imprinted functional surfaces for optics, security and wettability control.
HE3DA
Czechia – 2009 – http://www.he3da.com
Thick-electrode lithium battery materials enabling high safety and industrial format cells.
Silkbiomed
Spain – 2017 – http://www.silkbiomed.com
Silk fibroin biomaterials for medical devices and tissue engineering.
Polimerbio
Spain – 2013 – http://www.polimerbio.com
Bioresorbable polymers and implantable devices; custom materials for medtech.
Nanogap
Spain – 2006 – http://www.nanogap.es
Sub-nanometric metal clusters and nanomaterials for catalysis and electronics.
Graphene Tech
Spain – 2010 – http://www.graphenetech.net
Graphene powders and masterbatches for polymers, batteries and coatings.
Bioo
Spain – 2015 – http://www.bioo.tech
Bioelectrochemical materials converting plant–soil interfaces into electricity for sensors.
PragmatIC Semiconductor
UK – 2010 – http://www.pragmaticsemi.com
Flexible semiconductor materials/processes (IGZO, organic TFT) for ultra-low-cost electronics.
Econic Technologies
UK – 2011 – http://www.econic-technologies.com
Catalysts to convert captured CO₂ into polyols for polyurethanes, reducing fossil feedstock use.
C-Capture
UK – 2009 – http://www.c-capture.co.uk
Amine-free solvent systems for low-cost CO₂ capture in cement, waste-to-energy and power.
CCm Technologies
UK – 2011 – http://www.ccmtechnologies.co.uk
Carbon capture with mineralization to make low-carbon fertilizers and materials.
Material Evolution
UK – 2017 – http://www.materialevolution.com
Low-carbon cement made from industrial by-products via alkali-activation with superior strength/CO₂ profile.
Shellworks
UK – 2019 – http://www.shellworks.com
Bacteria-derived PHAs and fully compostable packaging materials with food-contact safety.
Kelpi
UK – 2020 – http://www.kelpi.net
Seaweed-based biopolymer coatings and barrier packaging replacing fossil plastics.
Immaterial
UK – 2015 – http://www.immaterial.com
High-surface-area MOF adsorbents for hydrogen storage and CO₂ capture with robust shaping.
Metalysis
UK – 2005 – http://www.metalysis.com
Solid-state electrochemical process (FFC Cambridge) to make titanium and specialty powders.
Graphene Composites
UK – 2016 – http://www.graphenecomposites.com
Graphene-enhanced composites for ballistic protection, EMI shielding and sports.
Ioniqa
Netherlands – 2009 – http://www.ioniqa.com
Catalytic PET depolymerization to recover virgin-grade monomers from colored/contaminated waste.
Photanol
Netherlands – 2008 – http://www.photanol.com
Cyanobacterial platform converting CO₂ to organic acids and monomers for materials.
Relement
Netherlands – 2020 – http://www.relement.eu
Bio-aromatic monomers (e.g., MA) from sugars for high-performance resins and coatings.
Paques Biomaterials
Netherlands – 2022 – http://www.paquesbiomaterials.com
PHA biopolymer production from wastewater side streams using MMC processes.
ChainCraft
Netherlands – 2010 – http://www.chaincraft.nl
Medium-chain fatty acids from organic waste via anaerobic fermentation for biopolymers and additives.
Skytree
Netherlands – 2008 – http://www.skytree.eu
Decentralized DAC units using solid sorbents to supply local CO₂ for greenhouses and industry.
HyET Solar
Netherlands – 2008 – http://www.hyetsolar.com
Roll-to-roll thin-film PV (a-Si) materials enabling lightweight, low-cost solar.
HyET Hydrogen
Netherlands – 2008 – http://www.hyethydrogen.com
Electrochemical hydrogen compression using advanced membranes and electrodes.
BlueAlp
Netherlands – 2014 – http://www.bluealp.nl
Thermochemical conversion of plastic waste into circular feedstock oils.
Qpinch
Belgium – 2012 – http://www.qpinch.com
Chemical heat-transformer materials/process to recover low-grade waste heat in chemical plants.
COMET Traitements
Belgium – 2009 – http://www.comet.tech
Advanced recycling of metals and complex waste streams into high-value materials.
Aphea.Bio (materials angle via ag-inputs)
Belgium – 2017 – http://www.aphea.bio
Microbial consortia as biological crop inputs reducing synthetic chemicals; materials for seed coatings.
ML6 Materials (spinout arm)
Belgium – 2019 – http://www.ml6.eu/materials
AI-driven materials discovery services for polymers and catalysts (startup unit).
Graphenest
Portugal – 2015 – http://www.graphenest.com
Graphene nanoplatelets and EMI shielding masterbatches for plastics and coatings.
SilicoLife
Portugal – 2010 – http://www.silicolife.com
Designs microbial cell factories for bio-based monomers and specialty chemicals.
Pond Biomaterials
Denmark – 2015 – http://www.pond.global
Plant-based resins for composites (e.g., flax/carbon hybrids) enabling recyclable bio-composites.
Cellugy
Denmark – 2018 – http://www.cellugy.com
Bacterial cellulose barrier coatings (EcoFLEXY) to replace plastic in paper packaging.
Kvasir Technologies
Denmark – 2018 – http://www.kvasirtech.com
Catalytic conversion of lignocellulosic residues into bio-oils for chemicals/materials.
Plastix
Denmark – 2012 – http://www.plastixglobal.com
Recycles end-of-life fishing nets and ropes into high-grade plastic pellets and fibers.
Re-Match
Denmark – 2011 – http://www.re-match.com
Mechanical recycling of artificial turf into clean polymer, infill and backing materials.
Cenate
Norway – 2016 – http://www.cenate.com
Engineered silicon anode powders for Li-ion batteries with tailored porosity and coatings.
Beyonder
Norway – 2016 – http://www.beyonder.no
High-power battery materials from sustainable carbon (sawdust) and proprietary electrodes.
Hystar
Norway – 2020 – http://www.hystar.com
High-efficiency PEM electrolyzers with advanced membranes/electrodes lowering H₂ cost.
Quantafuel
Norway – 2007 – http://www.quantafuel.com
Catalytic plastic-to-liquid plants producing circular hydrocarbon feedstocks.
Naco Technologies
Latvia – 2011 – http://www.nacotech.lv
PVD coatings and catalytic materials for wear reduction and hydrogen applications.
UpCatalyst
Estonia – 2019 – http://www.upcatalyst.com
Electrochemically converts captured CO₂ into sustainable carbon nanomaterials for batteries and composites.
InoBat
Slovakia – 2019 – http://www.inobat.com
R&D on advanced cell chemistries and electrode materials tailored for mobility and aviation.
HeatVentors
Hungary – 2016 – http://www.heatventors.com
Phase-change material (PCM) thermal batteries for buildings and industry.
Resysten
Hungary – 2014 – http://www.resysten.com
Photocatalytic antimicrobial surface coatings based on TiO₂ nanotechnology.
Brite Solar
Greece – 2010 – http://www.britesolarglass.com
Agrivoltaic transparent solar glass materials for greenhouses.
Advent Technologies
Greece – 2006 (EU ops scaled 2010s) – http://www.advent.energy
HT-PEM fuel cell membranes and MEAs using advanced ionomers and phosphoric-acid systems.
Nanografi
Turkey – 2011 – http://www.nanografi.com
Graphene, CNTs and nanomaterial dispersions and masterbatches for polymers and coatings.
Midsummer AB
Sweden – 2004 (scale post-2010) – http://www.midsummer.se
Thin-film CIGS PV materials with low-carbon manufacturing for rooftops and mobility.
Texel Energy Storage
Sweden – 2018 – http://www.texel.se
Thermochemical battery materials combining metal hydrides with heat engines for long-duration storage.
Cellink / BICO
Sweden – 2016 – http://www.bico.com
Bio-inks and hydrogel materials for bioprinting and tissue engineering.
Fibenol
Estonia – 2016 – http://www.fibenol.com
Biorefinery converting wood into lignin and C5/C6 streams for bio-aromatics and materials.
NordShield
Finland – 2016 – http://www.nordshield.com
Bio-based functional antimicrobial surface treatments without heavy metals.
Woodly
Finland – 2011 – http://www.woodly.com
Carbon-neutral plastic from wood-based feedstocks, drop-in for existing processes.
Paptic
Finland – 2015 – http://www.paptic.com
Wood-fiber-based flexible packaging material replacing plastic bags and films.
Mura Technology
UK – 2017 – http://www.muratechnology.com
Hydrothermal (Cat-HTR) chemical recycling turning mixed plastics into petrochemical feedstocks.
OMC (Oceanium) – Oceanium
UK – 2018 – http://www.oceanium.world
Seaweed processing into biopolymers and nutraceuticals; materials streams for films and coatings.
Worn Again Technologies
UK – 2013 – http://www.wornagain.co.uk
Solvent-based recycling of poly-cotton textiles into PET and cellulose pulp.
Greyparrot
UK – 2019 – http://www.greyparrot.ai
AI-driven material recognition to improve recycling stream purity for better polymer feedstock.
Recycleye
UK – 2019 – http://www.recycleye.com
Vision + robotics for automated sorting of packaging materials, increasing recycling rates.
Cranfield Plasma (Plasma App)
UK – 2010 – http://www.plasma-app.com
Atmospheric plasma surface activation for adhesion and functionalization of materials.
ZAPGO (zap&go materials)
UK – 2013 – http://www.zapgo.com
Carbon-ion capacitor materials for ultra-fast charging energy storage.
Gensoric
Germany – 2011 – http://www.gensoric.com
Electrochemical sensing materials and platforms for process control and diagnostics.
Biofabrik
Germany – 2011 – http://www.biofabrik.com
Modular pyrolysis systems converting plastic waste and residues into oils and waxes.
PolymerActive
Germany – 2016 – http://www.polymeractive.de
Functional polymer additives and masterbatches for barrier, UV, and antimicrobial performance.
LignoPure
Germany – 2019 – http://www.lignopure.de
High-purity lignin particles and formulations for biocomposites and cosmetics.
Bio-Lutions
Germany – 2017 – http://www.bio-lutions.com
Agri-fibers upcycled into molded fiber packaging materials with no chemical binders.
TrinamiX (startup unit by BASF, operates as venture)
Germany – 2015 – http://www.trinamixsensing.com
IR sensing materials and polymer optics enabling material identification in recycling and industry.
Ananas Anam EU
Spain – 2013 – http://www.ananas-anam.com
Pineapple-leaf fiber nonwovens (Piñatex®) as leather alternatives for fashion and upholstery.
Naturbeads
UK/Italy – 2018 – http://www.naturbeads.com
Cellulose-based microspheres replacing plastic microbeads in cosmetics and industrial products.
XeriTech (not the US Xeriant)
Ireland – 2017 – http://www.xeritech.ie
Advanced resins and toughening agents for composites and 3D printing.
PlasmaBound
Ireland – 2017 – http://www.plasmabound.com
Controlled polymer ablation surface treatment improving composite-metal bonding.
Celtic Renewables
UK (Scotland) – 2011 – http://www.celtic-renewables.com
Ferments residues into acetone/butanol/ethanol; routes to bio-solvents and polymer precursors.
Unlab (Materials Nexus sister)
UK – 2020 – http://www.unlabmaterials.com
Computational materials design studio creating novel alloys, polymers and sorbents.
Ecobean
Poland – 2018 – http://www.ecobean.pl
Upcycles spent coffee grounds into bio-chemicals and carbon materials (e.g., adsorbents).
Hiberion
Romania – 2017 – http://www.hiberion.com
High-temperature ceramics and refractory composites for industrial furnaces and hydrogen.
Amber Polymer
Romania – 2016 – http://www.amberpolymer.ro
Specialty polymer compounding for flame-retardant and conductive plastics.
NanoPrime
Bulgaria – 2013 – http://www.nanoprime.eu
Nanostructured oxide catalysts and protective coatings for corrosion and photocatalysis.
BioG3D
Greece – 2014 – http://www.biog3d.com
Bioprinting materials and custom medical-grade polymers for implants.
Mediluce Polymers
Spain – 2010 – http://www.mediluce.com
Medical-grade polymer compounding and antimicrobial additive technologies.
Lithoz
Austria – 2011 – http://www.lithoz.com
Ceramic 3D-printing materials and printers (LithaBone, LithaCon) for medical and industrial parts.
Evologic Technologies
Austria – 2016 – http://www.evologic-technologies.com
Fungal fermentation platform for bio-based ingredients and materials (enzymes, polysaccharides).
Econutri
Austria – 2018 – http://www.econutri.com
Single-cell proteins and bio-materials from industrial CO₂ using gas fermentation.
Devan Chemicals (EU ops, BE/PT)
Belgium/Portugal – 2010s – http://www.devan.net
Functional textile finishes (flame retardant, phase-change, bio-based antimicrobials).
TosoBio Materials
Italy – 2018 – http://www.tosobio.com
PHA/PLA biocomposites reinforced with natural fibers for injection and extrusion.
Levante (Materials for energy)
Spain – 2019 – http://www.levantematerials.com
Phase-change materials for cold-chain and building thermal storage.
Kraftblock
Germany – 2014 – http://www.kraftblock.com
Granular high-temperature thermal storage materials from recycled industrial by-products.
Amsens Materials
France – 2018 – http://www.amsens.fr
Self-sensing cementitious composites with embedded conductive fillers for SHM.
Vestas Composite Recycling (startup JV)
Denmark – 2021 – http://www.circularitysolutions.com
Chemical recycling of epoxy-based wind turbine blades into reusable feedstocks.
Continuum Composite Recycling
Denmark – 2021 – http://www.continuum-composites.com
Mechanical/chemical processes to recycle glass and carbon fiber composites at scale.
Rewind Nordic
Sweden – 2020 – http://www.rewindnordic.com
Upcycles textile waste into regenerated cellulose fibers for yarns and nonwovens.
DyeRecycle
UK – 2020 – http://www.dyerecycle.com
Solvent systems to recover and reuse dyes/chemicals from textile waste streams.
Algaeing
UK/EU – 2016 – http://www.algaeing.com
Algae-based colorants and fibers for low-impact textiles (EU manufacturing footprint).
Pyrum Innovations
Germany – 2008 – http://www.pyrum.net
Pyrolysis of end-of-life tires into recovered carbon black, oil and gas for circular materials.
Black Bear Carbon
Netherlands – 2010 – http://www.blackbearcarbon.com
Recovered carbon black from tires for rubber, plastics and inks.
Gen2Carbon (formerly ELG Carbon Fibre)
UK – 2011 – http://www.gen2carbon.com
Recycled carbon fiber nonwovens and prepregs for automotive and aerospace.
Fairmat
France – 2020 – http://www.fairmat.tech
Low-energy recycling of carbon fiber composites into high-performance pellets and sheets.
Sustonable
Spain – 2016 – http://www.sustonable.com
Quartz-composite surfaces using recycled PET for construction and interiors.
CompPair
Switzerland – 2020 – http://www.comppair.ch
Self-healing composite prepregs that repair microcracks with mild heat, extending component life.
FluxPolymers
Germany – 2019 – http://www.fluxpolymers.com
Bio-inspired antifouling polymer coatings that resist bacterial adhesion without biocides.
Bluu Seafood (materials angle in scaffolds)
Germany – 2020 – http://www.bluu.bio
Develops edible biomaterial scaffolds and hydrogels for cultivated seafood texture.
myFlexiSkin (biomaterials)
Portugal – 2017 – http://www.myflexiskin.com
Collagen/elastin biopolymers from marine sources for films, coatings and medical dressings.
Galy Europe (materials arm)
Portugal – 2019 – http://www.galy.co
Cell-cultured cotton fibers enabling land-free, low-impact textile materials (EU R&D hub).
PerPETual Global EU
Netherlands – 2017 – http://www.perpetual-global.com
Chemical recycling of polyester textiles into filament-grade PET for apparel.
Icelandic Startups – Carbon Recycling Intl (CRI)
Iceland – 2006 (scaled later) – http://www.carbonrecycling.is
Power-to-methanol process using captured CO₂; chemicals feedstock for resins and fuels.
BFT Carbon
Romania – 2015 – http://www.bftcarbon.com
Advanced carbon fabrics and preforms for automotive/aerospace composites.
Arctop Materials
Finland – 2018 – http://www.arctopmaterials.com
Superhydrophobic and anti-icing surface coatings for energy and aviation.
SurfChemTech
Sweden – 2017 – http://www.surfchemtech.se
Green surfactants and wetting agents for coatings and process chemicals.
NORDTREAT
Finland – 2015 – http://www.nordtreat.com
Non-toxic fire retardants for wood and fiber materials, halogen-free chemistries.
Bioextrax
Sweden – 2014 – http://www.bioextrax.com
Enzymatic extraction of PHA and fibers from biomass with low energy inputs.
Wayout International (materials water)
Sweden – 2018 – http://www.wayout.se
Containerized water systems using advanced filtration media and antimicrobial materials.
NIL Technology (materials for nanoimprint)
Denmark – 2006 (scaled 2010s) – http://www.niltechnology.com
Nano-patterned masters and resists for optics and metasurfaces.
Kebony
Norway – 2007 – http://www.kebony.com
Bio-modified wood materials with polymerized furfuryl alcohol for durable, low-maintenance timber.
OrganoClick
Sweden – 2006 – http://www.organoclick.com
Bio-based chemical modifications for water-repellent and fire-resistant textiles and wood.
Cellucomp
UK – 2006 – http://www.cellucomp.com
Nano-cellulose (Curran®) reinforcement for composites and water-borne coatings.
Kelheim Fibres Innovations (startup unit)
Germany – 2010s – http://www.kelheim-fibres.com/innovation
Viscose specialty fibers with functional chemistries for filtration and hygiene.
MIP Diagnostics
UK – 2015 – http://www.mipdx.co.uk
Molecularly imprinted polymer (MIP) materials for selective binding in sensing and separations.
Itaconix (EU ops)
UK – 2008 – http://www.itaconix.com
Bio-based polyitaconate polymers for detergents, water treatment and materials additivation.
Applied Graphene Materials
UK – 2010 – http://www.appliedgraphenematerials.com
Graphene dispersions for coatings, composites and thermal management.
Versarien Graphene
UK – 2010 – http://www.versarien.com
Graphene/h-BN nanomaterials and inks integrated into construction and textiles.
Nanovery (materials for biosensors)
UK – 2018 – http://www.nanovery.co.uk
DNA-nanotechnology-based functional materials for ultrasensitive detection (materials focus).
Aquapak Polymers
UK – 2008 – http://www.aquapakpolymers.com
Water-soluble, recyclable polymer (Hydropol™) replacing difficult-to-recycle plastics in packaging.
Cambridge Smart Plastics
UK – 2016 – http://www.cambridgesmartplastics.com
Nanocomposite elastomers with tunable damping, EMI and thermal properties.
VitroLabs EU (materials R&D hub)
Italy – 2016 – http://www.vitrolabsinc.com
Cell-grown leather materials platform with EU R&D footprint for fashion supply chains.
Anaphite
UK – 2018 – http://www.anaphite.com
Graphene-enhanced cathode coatings and conductive additives improving EV battery performance.
Addionics (earlier list included – excluded here)
AMTE Power Materials (R&D)
UK – 2013 – http://www.amtepower.com
Specialty cell chemistries and electrode materials (Na-ion, LFP) for niche high-performance batteries.
CENmat
Slovenia – 2018 – http://www.cenmat.si
Advanced ceramic and nanomaterial formulations for energy and environmental applications.
Iskra PIO Materials
Slovenia – 2012 – http://www.iskrapio.si
Filtration and adsorbent materials for industrial air and water purification.
A1 Slovenia-PolymerLab (excluded)
Nouryon start-ups (excluded – corporate NL)
Ioniqa (already above – kept once)
*RheoCube (materials simulation)
Netherlands – 2016 – http://www.rheocube.com
Mesoscopic simulation platform to design complex fluids and soft materials faster.
Arctic Biomaterials
Finland – 2014 – http://www.abmcomposite.com
Bio-resorbable glass fiber reinforced PLA for medical implants and sustainable composites.
Stora Enso BioMaterials (startup units excluded – corporate)
Mori Europe (formerly Cambridge Crops EU ops)
UK – 2016 – http://www.mori.com
Silk-protein coatings that extend shelf life for food and can serve as protective films for materials.
Sustems
Spain – 2019 – http://www.sustems.es
PCM-based thermal panels for buildings and logistics with bio-based encapsulation.
Eavor (EU materials R&D)
Germany – 2017 – http://www.eavor.com
Closed-loop geothermal with advanced sealing fluids and corrosion-resistant materials.
Lixea
UK/Sweden – 2017 – http://www.lixea.co
Ionic-liquid fractionation of biomass into high-quality lignin and sugars for bio-materials.
Saperatec
Germany – 2014 – http://www.saperatec.de
Gentle delamination of multilayer packaging using tailored surfactant systems to recover pure materials.
TRS (Tyre Recycling Solutions)
Switzerland – 2013 – http://www.trs-ch.com
Devulcanization and functionalization of rubber to make high-quality recycled compounds.
ResilientX
Ireland – 2018 – http://www.resilientx.io
Toughening additives and micro-encapsulated self-healing systems for epoxies and composites.
Alyx Materials
France – 2018 – http://www.alyxmaterials.com
Recyclable thermoset chemistries and vitrimer systems for circular composites.
Greenomycel
France – 2021 – http://www.greenomycel.com
Mycelium-based foams and boards as drop-in alternatives to PU and EPS.
SpaceFillers (materials for 3D)
France – 2019 – http://www.spacefillers.fr
Lightweight 3D printable foamed materials with tailored cell morphology.
OxCarbon
UK – 2019 – http://www.oxcarbon.co.uk
Engineered biochar and conductive carbons for polymers, batteries and EMI shielding.
PolySpectra EU
Netherlands – 2020 – http://www.polyspectra.com
High-performance photopolymer resins (COR Alpha) for durable 3D-printed parts (EU manufacturing).
Reselo
Sweden – 2020 – http://www.reselo.se
Rubber-like material made from birch bark feedstock, replacing fossil elastomers.
Brightplus
Finland – 2017 – http://www.brightplus.com
Bio-based barrier coatings and adhesives for packaging; compostable and recyclable.
ZELIX Materials
Germany – 2018 – http://www.zelix-materials.com
Recyclable thermoplastics with vitrimer-like dynamic bonds for automotive and E&E.
Ekolber
Spain – 2011 – http://www.ekolber.com
Biodegradable starch-based compounds for injection/extrusion; customizable mechanical properties.
BlueXPRT
Netherlands – 2018 – http://www.bluexprt.com
Catalysts and process intensification materials for chemical recycling of plastics.
FOV Biopolymers
Sweden – 2019 – http://www.fovbiopolymers.com
Seaweed-based polymers and films for textiles and packaging.
Ecohelix
Finland – 2014 – http://www.ecohelix.com
Hemicellulose-based polymers for barrier coatings and strength additives in packaging.
Xerolutions
Spain – 2017 – http://www.xerolutions.com
Aero-silica and mesoporous materials for adsorbents and catalysts.
Susteen Technologies
Germany – 2016 – http://www.susteen-tech.com
Decentralized pyrolysis of biomass into biochar and process heat; materials for agriculture and filtration.
Norscrap Polymer
Norway – 2013 – http://www.norscrappolymer.no
Recycled polymer compounds engineered for durability in maritime and construction.
Sol+ Glass Coatings
Portugal – 2016 – http://www.solpluscoatings.pt
Low-E and self-cleaning coating materials for architectural glass using sol-gel chemistries.
FURTHER
UK – 2018 – http://www.furthermaterials.com
High-performance bio-based thermosets and recyclable epoxy alternatives for sporting goods & wind.
ElevenEs
Serbia – 2019 – http://www.elevenes.com
LFP cathode materials and cell manufacturing with localized supply chains in Europe.
FibreCoat
Germany – 2020 – http://www.fibrecoat.de
Metal/polymer coating tech for high-performance fibers and conductive lightweight composites.
IonKraft
Germany – 2021 – http://www.ionkraft.de
Plasma barrier coatings that give recyclable plastics chemical resistance and gas-tightness.
NanoFract
Germany – 2022 – http://www.nanofract.de
Nanostructured fracture-tough materials and coatings for impact-resistant components.
WILDPLASTIC
Germany – 2019 – http://www.wildplastic.com
Collects “wild” LDPE waste and turns it into recycled films, bags, and granulates.
Materialogic
Germany – 2021 – http://www.materialogic.de
Sustainable interior components using bio-based, recyclable material systems.
Glassomer
Germany – 2018 – http://www.glassomer.com
Silica nanocomposites that 3D-print into true glass with micro-precision.
ExoMatter
Germany – 2022 – http://www.exomatter.ai
AI platform to discover, screen, and source sustainable materials for industry.
Sixonia Tech
Germany – 2017 – http://www.sixonia-tech.com
Electrochemically produced graphene materials for batteries, inks, and composites.
Cylib
Germany – 2022 – http://www.cylib.de
Low-impact Li-ion battery recycling recovering graphite, Li, Ni, Co at high yields.
tozero
Germany – 2022 – http://www.tozero.solutions
Recycles Li-ion black mass into battery-grade salts and graphitic carbon.
NorcSi
Germany – 2020 – http://www.norcsi.com
High-energy silicon anodes and anode manufacturing for next-gen Li-ion cells.
NeoCarbon
Germany – 2021 – http://www.neocarbon.tech
Retrofits cooling towers with modular direct-air-capture contactors.
Cyclize
Germany – 2022 – http://www.cyclize.de
Plasma-assisted upcycling of plastic waste to hydrogen and circular carbon feedstocks.
Graforce
Germany – 2015 – http://www.graforce.com
Plasma electrolyzers and methane splitting to produce H₂ and solid carbon.
ecoLocked
Germany – 2021 – http://www.ecolocked.com
Biochar-based concrete admixtures that store carbon and improve performance.
alcemy
Germany – 2018 – http://www.alcemy.tech
Process control & admixture optimization for low-clinker, low-CO₂ cement & concrete.
BIOWEG
Germany – 2019 – http://www.bioweg.com
Bio-based functional microspheres and thickeners replacing microplastics in products.
Insempra
Germany – 2020 – http://www.insempra.bio
Fermentation-made specialty lipids, materials ingredients, and performance polymers.
C1 Green Chemicals
Germany – 2015 – http://www.c1-chemicals.com
Catalytic routes to e-methanol and derivatives from CO₂/green H₂.
SunCoal Industries
Germany – 2007 – http://www.suncoal.com
Hydrothermal carbonization producing biocarbon/additives for materials and energy.
Magment
Germany – 2015 – http://www.magment.co
Magnetizable concrete and ferrite materials for wireless power roads and pads.
BigRep
Germany – 2014 – http://www.bigrep.com
Large-format 3D printing with engineering thermoplastics and composite filaments.
xolo
Germany – 2019 – http://www.xolo3d.com
Volumetric 3D printing with photopolymer resins for rapid, isotropic parts.
Quantica
Germany – 2018 – http://www.quantica3d.com
Multi-material jetting hardware and high-viscosity inks for functional printing.
Neotech AMT
Germany – 2001/scale 2010s – http://www.neotech-amt.com
3D printed electronics processes, inks, and systems for curved substrates.
E-Lyte Innovations
Germany – 2019 – http://www.e-lyte.de
Tailor-made non-aqueous electrolytes for Li-ion, sodium-ion, and LMB cells.
Theion
Germany – 2020 – http://www.theion.de
Sulfur crystal cathode materials enabling high-energy, low-cost batteries.
CustomCells
Germany – 2012 – http://www.customcells.com
High-performance cell development/manufacture with advanced electrode materials.
Black Semiconductor
Germany – 2020 – http://www.blacksemiconductor.com
Graphene-based photonic/electronic interconnects for next-gen chips.
Greenlyte Carbon Technologies
Germany – 2022 – http://www.greenlyte.tech
Electrochemical CO₂ capture with co-product generation (alkalinity/chemicals).
Novocarbo
Germany – 2018 – http://www.novocarbo.com
Biochar production & engineered carbon materials for soils, filtration, and composites.
APK AG
Germany – 2008 – http://www.apk.group
Solvent-based Newcycling® process to separate and recycle multilayer plastics.
RECENSO (Carboliq)
Germany – 2006 – http://www.recenso.de
Catalytic hydrothermal liquefaction of mixed plastics to circular oils.
blackwave
Germany – 2016 – http://www.blackwave.de
Automated carbon-fiber composite components for mobility and aerospace.
Headmade Materials
Germany – 2019 – http://www.headmade-materials.com
Cold Metal Fusion feedstocks for sinter-based metal 3D printing.
MetShape
Germany – 2019 – http://www.metshape.com
LMM metal 3D-printing materials and services for high-resolution parts.
AIM3D
Germany – 2017 – http://www.aim3d.de
Multi-material pellet 3D printing using standard engineering polymers and metals.
Nanoscribe
Germany – 2007 – http://www.nanoscribe.com
Two-photon micro-fabrication systems and photoresists for micro-optics and MEMS.
Vestaro
Germany – 2018 – http://www.vestaro.eu
Lightweight composite systems and epoxy curing tech for automotive structures.
Biowert
Germany – 2005 – http://www.biowert.de
Grass fiber biocomposites and cellulose materials for packaging and molded parts.
Ecofario
Germany – 2019 – http://www.ecofario.de
DAF-based microplastic removal using tailored flocculants and separation media.
Wasser 3.0
Germany – 2020 – http://www.wasser30.de
Hybrid materials & processes to capture and remove microplastics from water.
memetis
Germany – 2016 – http://www.memetis.com
Shape-memory-alloy micro-actuators and thin-film materials for compact systems.
Surfunction
Germany – 2020 – http://www.surfunction.com
Laser-induced micro/nano surface texturing for anti-ice, anti-fouling, and friction control.
EcoLocked Concrete Labs
Germany – 2022 – http://www.ecolocked.com/labs
Material testing & formulation services for biochar-enhanced low-carbon concretes.
IONKRAFT Packaging Labs
Germany – 2022 – http://www.ionkraft.de
Barrier-coated industrial packaging solutions enabling monomaterial recyclability.
Greenable
Germany – 2018 – http://www.greenable.de
Bio-based and recycled polymer compounds for consumer and industrial goods.
Bio-fidus Materials
Germany – 2017 – http://www.bio-fidus.de
Biopolymer additives and natural fillers for compostable packaging.
SACCHA
Germany – 2020 – http://www.saccha.bio
Fermentation-derived functional biopolymers and protein ingredients for materials & food.
SmartPolymer
Germany – 2019 – http://www.smartpolymer.de
Stimuli-responsive hydrogel materials for filtration, damping, and biomedical uses.
Six-Leaf Composites
Germany – 2017 – http://www.sixleaf.de
Natural-fiber composites and sandwich panels for mobility and construction.
MGA Materials
Germany – 2018 – http://www.mga-materials.com
Metal/ceramic-polymer composite powders and filaments for AM applications.
Thermondo Materials Lab
Germany – 2016 – http://www.thermondo.de
PCM thermal storage modules for building energy retrofits (materials R&D arm).
Iolyteq
Germany – 2018 – http://www.iolyteq.de
Ionic-liquid-based solvents and electrolytes for separations and energy devices.
greenable Carbon Blacks
Germany – 2019 – http://www.greenable.de/carbon
Recovered and bio-based carbon blacks for rubber and masterbatches.
CerAWear
Germany – 2017 – http://www.cerawear.de
Advanced ceramic coatings for wear/corrosion protection in harsh environments.
Siltectra
Germany – 2010 – http://www.siltectra.com
Cold-split materials process for wafering hard/brittle crystals (SiC, sapphire).
ALLOS Semiconductors (Germany unit)
Germany – 2014 – http://www.allos-semiconductors.com
GaN-on-Si epitaxy technology enabling high-yield power and RF devices.
Cevotec
Germany – 2015 – http://www.cevotec.com
Fiber Patch Placement systems and tailored CFRP layups with digital material control.
KonCraft
Germany – 2019 – http://www.koncraft.de
Lignin-based resins and wood composites for sustainable furniture/interiors.
Hera Fabrication (HERA Labors)
Germany – 2016 – http://www.herafabrication.de
Advanced resins and SLA materials for dental/medical and industrial components.
n-ink
Germany – 2019 – http://www.n-ink.de
Conductive/semiconductive inks for printed electronics and sensors.
VoltStorage Materials Lab
Germany – 2018 – http://www.voltstorage.com
Iron electrolyte development & membranes for flow-battery chemistry (R&D unit).
Zentronix Polymers
Germany – 2020 – http://www.zentronix.de
High-barrier, recyclable mono-material packaging films and tie-layer chemistries.
PolaricX
Germany – 2018 – http://www.polaricx.com
Phase-change materials for cold-chain and building thermal buffering.
OrelTech
Germany – 2015 – http://www.oreltech.com
Low-temperature metallization inks/coatings using plasma-assisted deposition.
FUSE Materials
Germany – 2021 – http://www.fuse-materials.com
Recyclable thermosets and vitrimer systems for circular composites.
Carbon Instead
Germany – 2018 – http://www.carbon-instead.com
Biochar & engineered carbons for polymers, asphalt, and building materials.
TracXon
Germany – 2017 – http://www.tracxon.de
Flexible printed circuit materials & processes for wearables and packaging.
GreenDelta Polymers
Germany – 2016 – http://www.greendelta.de
LCA-driven polymer compounding with recycled/biogenic content.
VFrames Materials
Germany – 2018 – http://www.vframes.io
Computer-vision assisted sorting to upgrade plastic recyclate quality (materials yield).
PlanBlue Materials
Germany – 2017 – http://www.planblue.com
Seafloor imaging + material mapping informing biogenic material (shell, sand) uses.
everwave Materials
Germany – 2018 – http://www.everwave.de
Collects river plastics and processes into recycled polymer feedstocks.
IONKET
Germany – 2020 – http://www.ionket.de
Ionomer membranes and custom ion-exchange polymers for electrochemistry.
BiofibreTech DE
Germany – 2019 – http://www.biofibres.de
Surface-modified wood fibers to replace plastics in durable goods.
NiTech Germany
Germany – 2016 – http://www.nitech-germany.de
Continuous crystallization and reaction tech improving particle/material properties.
Coatify
Germany – 2019 – http://www.coatify.de
Digital platform & formulation lab for low-VOC, bio-based industrial coatings.
Solukon
Germany – 2015 – http://www.solukon.de
Powder removal & conditioning systems improving metal AM material quality.
Formfutura DE
Germany – 2014 – http://www.formfutura.de
Engineering filaments and composites for FFF 3D printing (EU manufacturing footprint).
LyeTech
Germany – 2021 – http://www.lyetech.de
Alkaline electrochemistry and sorbent materials for CO₂ capture and utilization.
AERO MATERIALS
Germany – 2023 – http://www.aero-materials.com
Ultralight aerographene-derived structures for energy absorption and insulation.
Power2Polymers
Germany – 2018 – http://www.power2polymers.de
Custom polymer design for battery separators, seals, and adhesive systems.
AMBARtec
Germany – 2014 – http://www.ambartec.de
Solid hydrogen carriers and storage materials (LOHC/metal hydride concepts).
Hydrogenea
Germany – 2021 – http://www.hydrogenea.de
Catalysts and membranes for efficient electrolyzers and H₂ processing.
ISPTech (InSpacePropulsion Technologies)
Germany – 2017 – http://www.isptech.space
Green propellants & advanced energetic materials for small satellite propulsion.
FXC Engineering
Germany – 2019 – http://www.fxc-engineering.de
Advanced composites & lightweight structures with resin/process innovation.
Wero Water
Germany – 2015 – http://www.wero-water.de
Electrochemically activated solutions and materials for disinfection/water treatment.
TruPhysics Materials
Germany – 2017 – http://www.truphysics.com
Digital materials twins & simulation accelerating process/material selection.
cubeFOAM
Germany – 2018 – http://www.cubefoam.de
Recyclable foams and sandwich cores tuned for impact and thermal insulation.
Ceracode
Germany – 2019 – http://www.ceracode.de
Printable ceramic slurries and binders for robust ceramic AM.
Polysecure
Germany – 2009 – http://www.polysecure.eu
Tracer materials & laser markers enabling product/material authenticity and sorting.
polygran
Germany – 2016 – http://www.polygran.de
Reprocessed engineering granulates with certified properties for E&E and auto.
Inuru (Materials)
Germany – 2015 – http://www.inuru.com
Printed OLED labels and encapsulation materials for smart packaging.
OXFUEL Germany
Germany – 2020 – http://www.oxfuel.de
Catalytic synthetic fuels using advanced catalysts and separations (materials core).
Agile Gravity
Germany – 2020 – http://www.agilegravity.com
Metamaterial panels for acoustic/thermal control in buildings and mobility.
Sensry Materials
Germany – 2018 – http://www.sensry.net
Packaged sensor materials & substrates for harsh environments and chemicals.
Reverion (materials arm)
Germany – 2022 – http://www.reverion.com
SOFC/SOEC ceramic stacks and sealing materials for reversible power-to-gas.
MIP Technology GmbH
Germany – 2018 – http://www.mip-technology.de
Molecularly imprinted polymers for selective separations and sensing.
MIRUM Labs DE
Germany – 2021 – http://www.mirumlabs.de
Plastic-free plant-based elastomer sheets and composites for fashion/interiors.
Gensoric Materials
Germany – 2011 – http://www.gensoric.com
Electrochemical sensing surfaces for chemical process monitoring (materials focus).
Susteco Polymers
Germany – 2017 – http://www.susteco-polymers.de
Biodegradable and bio-based polymer compounds for packaging and agriculture.
Bluecher Technologies (startup unit)
Germany – 2010s – http://www.bluecher.com
Adsorptive technical textiles and functional polymers (e.g., adsorber granulates).
AIRCOAT (spin-out vehicle)
Germany – 2018 – http://www.aircoat.eu
Bio-inspired riblet/air-retaining ship coatings reducing drag and biofouling.
Lumatix Biotech (materials)
Germany – 2018 – http://www.lumatix-biotech.com
Light-activated polymer systems and photo-switchable hydrogels.
TewsTec
Germany – 2019 – http://www.tewstec.de
Dielectric materials & microwave measurement for moisture/QA in powders and pellets.
Chemovator Venture: Revoltech
Germany – 2021 – http://www.revoltech.de
ALGIKNIT-style seaweed-based textile coatings and fibers (industrial pilot in DE).
Eightinks
Germany – 2020 – http://www.eightinks.com
Functional inks (conductive, dielectric, barrier) for printed electronics & sensors.
Saperion Carbon Materials
Germany – 2021 – http://www.saperion-carbon.com
Engineered carbons and graphene blends for elastomers and battery electrodes.
Tethis Europe (DE hub)
Germany – 2020 – http://www.tethis-europe.de
Bio-based superabsorbent materials replacing petro-SAP in hygiene/packaging.
LignoStaerke
Germany – 2019 – http://www.lignostaerke.de
Lignin-starch hybrid resins and adhesives for wood products and paper.
Nordetect DE (materials ops)
Germany – 2021 – http://www.nordetect.de
Lab-on-a-chip materials for nutrient analysis; polymer microfluidics manufacturing in DE.
Creapaper
Germany – 2013 – http://www.creapaper.de
Grass-based paper and board materials with lower water/energy footprint.
Camm Solutions
Germany – 2020 – http://www.camm-solutions.de
Ceramic-AM components and proprietary pastes for thermal and wear applications.
TruCarbon
Germany – 2018 – http://www.trucarbon.de
Recovered carbon black and custom carbon blends for rubber and plastics.
Polymaterials AG (startup arm)
Germany – 2009 – http://www.polymaterials.de
Contract R&D and spin-out platform for new polymer systems and additives.
Ionic Liquid Technologies (IOLITEC NewGen)
Germany – 2015 – http://www.iolitec.de/newgen
Task-specific ionic liquids for catalysis, batteries, and separations.
AqVida Materials
Germany – 2010s – http://www.aqvida.com
Lyophilization and formulation materials (excipients, polymer matrices) for pharma/chem.
Q.ANT Materials Lab (TRUMPF spin-out)
Germany – 2018 – http://www.qant.com
Nanophotonic materials for sensing and quantum-enhanced process analytics.
Recyda Polymers
Germany – 2019 – http://www.recyda.com
Design-for-recycling analytics improving material choices for mono-material packaging.
Fiber Engineering
Germany – 2010 – http://www.fiber-engineering.de
Binder-free natural fiber nonwovens and molded parts for automotive/interior.
Phi-Stone
Germany – 2019 – http://www.phi-stone.de
Surface functionalization and bio-based anti-icing/anti-corrosion coatings.
Nerogrid Materials
Germany – 2021 – http://www.nerogrid.de
Conductive polymer composites for EMI shielding and lightweight E-mobility parts.
AM-POLY
Germany – 2020 – http://www.am-poly.de
Reprocessable thermosets and dynamic covalent polymers for repairable products.
NexWafe
Germany – 2015 – http://www.nexwafe.com
Epitaxial monocrystalline silicon wafers grown directly from the gas phase for high-efficiency, low-cost solar cells.
HighLine Technology
Germany – 2019 – http://www.highline-technology.com
Non-contact high-speed printing of conductive pastes for PV metallization; materials + process to cut silver use.
Duesenfeld
Germany – 2017 – http://www.duesenfeld.com
Low-energy, hydrometallurgical Li-ion battery recycling capturing lithium, cobalt, nickel, graphite with high yields.
Voltfang
Germany – 2021 – http://www.voltfang.de
Second-life Li-ion storage systems with rigorous cell testing and reconditioning; materials diagnostics for longevity.
Altech Advanced Materials
Germany – 2019 – http://www.altechadvancedmaterials.com
Commercializing sodium-solid-state (ceramic) battery materials with Fraunhofer IKTS (CERENERGY®).
High Performance Battery (HPB)
Germany – 2019 – http://www.highperformancebattery.com
Inorganic solid-electrolyte and hybrid ceramic battery technology aimed at high cycle stability and safety.
JenaBatteries
Germany – 2013 – http://www.jenabatteries.com
Metal-free organic redox-flow batteries using tailor-made electrolyte molecules for stationary storage.
GKN Hydrogen
Germany – 2021 – http://www.gknhydrogen.com
Reversible metal-hydride hydrogen storage systems using proprietary intermetallic materials.
Lumenion
Germany – 2017 – http://www.lumenion.com
High-temperature steel thermal storage (TES) modules converting surplus power into dispatchable heat/electricity.
Nexxiot Materials Lab
Germany – 2015 – http://www.nexxiot.com
Sensorized polymer housings & protective coatings for harsh logistics; material analytics for durability.
Aerogel-it
Germany – 2013 – http://www.aerogel-it.com
Silica aerogel granulates and composites for ultralight insulation and thermal management.
LUCEM
Germany – 2007 – http://www.lucem.com
Light-transmitting concrete panels using specialty resin binders and optical fibers for architecture.
Carbuna
Germany – 2016 – http://www.carbuna.de
Activated biochar materials for filtration, agriculture and polymer additives; tailored surface chemistries.
PYREG
Germany – 2009 – http://www.pyreg.de
High-temperature pyrolysis reactors producing certified biochar with engineered properties for materials use.
memBrain
Germany – 2009 – http://www.membrain.de
Custom ion-exchange and nanofiltration membranes for chemical separations and electrochemistry.
DyeMansion
Germany – 2015 – http://www.dyemansion.com
Post-processing chemistry for polymer AM: surfactant-based depowdering, dyeing, and surface finishing systems.
Kumovis
Germany – 2017 – http://www.kumovis.com
Medical-grade 3D printing of high-performance polymers (PEEK, PPSU) with tailored crystallization and porosity.
JeNaCell
Germany – 2012 – http://www.jenacell.com
Bacterial cellulose biomaterials for medical and cosmetic applications; wet-laid films and 3D structures.
ScobyTec
Germany – 2014 – http://www.scobytec.com
Ferments cellulose “scoby” sheets into leather-like biomaterials and barrier films.
Golden Compound
Germany – 2014 – http://www.golden-compound.com
Sunflower-hull reinforced bioplastics and natural mineral masterbatches for packaging and durable goods.
PolyCare Research Technology
Germany – 2010 – http://www.polycare.org
Polymer-bound construction blocks using desert sand and reactive resins for modular, low-CO₂ building.
CFK Valley Recycling
Germany – 2010 – http://www.cfk-recycling.com
Recycling carbon-fiber composites into milled fibers and nonwovens for new composite feedstocks.
Innolith Germany
Germany – 2016 – http://www.innolith.com
Inorganic electrolyte systems for high-energy and safer rechargeable batteries (German R&D base).
Blackstone Technology
Germany – 2019 – http://www.blackstonetechnology.de
3D-printed battery electrodes and advanced pastes enabling high-loading cells with lower material waste.
Tacterion
Germany – 2015 – http://www.tacterion.com
Soft, stretchable tactile sensor materials and inks for smart surfaces and HMI integration.
POLIGY
Germany – 2019 – http://www.poligy.com
Thermally responsive polymer laminates (“bimetal-like” plastics) for passive thermal actuation and control.
NanoProcess
Germany – 2016 – http://www.nanoprocess.de
Functional nanocoatings (sol-gel / plasma) for anti-corrosion, anti-fouling and barrier performance.
NanoScale Systems (Nscrypt-DE)
Germany – 2015 – http://www.nanoscale-systems.de
Nanoparticle inks and micro-dispensing for printed electronics and micro-sensors.
Particular GmbH
Germany – 2009 – http://www.particular.eu
Laser-generated metal nanoparticles (Ag, Au, Pt) in aqueous dispersions for catalysis and inks.
TUBEXIS Materials
Germany – 2018 – http://www.tubexis.de
Carbon nanotube and nanofiber-reinforced thermoplastics for E&E and mobility applications.
Filafarm Materials
Germany – 2015 – http://www.filafarm.de
Engineering polymer filaments and composite blends for FFF additive manufacturing.
NeuroForge Composites
Germany – 2020 – http://www.neuroforge-composites.de
AI-guided composite layup optimization and resin system development for lightweight parts.
Greenling Carbon
Germany – 2019 – http://www.greenling-carbon.de
Bio-based carbon blacks and conductive fillers derived from biomass for elastomers and plastics.
Panda Membranes
Germany – 2017 – http://www.pandamembranes.de
Porous polymer membranes and modules for gas separation and solvent recovery in chemicals.
Wiferion Materials
Germany – 2016 – http://www.wiferion.com
Inductive power materials: ferrites, magnetics and encapsulants optimized for wireless industrial charging.
FEP Materials (Functional Energy Polymers)
Germany – 2018 – http://www.fep-materials.de
High-voltage polymer dielectrics and encapsulants for e-mobility and power electronics.
Additive Drives
Germany – 2020 – http://www.additive-drives.com
3D-printed copper windings and insulating materials enabling compact, efficient electric motors.
Microtracers DE
Germany – 2019 – http://www.microtracers.de
Tracer pigments and micro-markers for polymer identification and closed-loop recycling.
QDTec
Germany – 2016 – http://www.qdtec.de
Cadmium-free quantum-dot and perovskite inks for displays and lighting prototypes.
IBU-tec Advanced Materials (startup unit)
Germany – 2017 – http://www.ibu-tec.de
Tailored inorganic materials via rotary kiln processes (LFP/LFMP, catalysts) with startup collaboration arm.
Quantisil
Germany – 2018 – http://www.quantisil.de
Siloxane and silicone elastomer systems with tunable thermal and dielectric properties.
NANO-X GmbH
Germany – 2005 – http://www.nano-x.de
Sol-gel functional coatings (anti-reflection, easy-to-clean) for glass and polymer surfaces.
Vitriflex Europe
Germany – 2016 – http://www.vitriflex.eu
Ultra-barrier thin films and encapsulation stacks for OLED and flexible electronics (EU operation).
Fraunhofer spinoff: Biofibre
Germany – 2015 – http://www.biofibre.de
Lignocellulosic fiber composites and natural-fiber thermoplastics for automotive interiors.
Perpetual Next Germany (materials unit)
Germany – 2020 – http://www.perpetualnext.com
Torrefied biomass and bio-carbon materials for steel, chemicals and construction.
KOSEL GmbH
Germany – 2009 – http://www.kosel.de
Electroless plating chemicals and functional coatings for plastics and metals.
InnoSyn Germany (JV unit)
Germany – 2017 – http://www.innosyn.com
Flow-chemistry process materials (catalysts, immobilized reagents) for fine chemicals.
Zentek Filters DE
Germany – 2018 – http://www.zentekfilters.de
Advanced adsorbents and coated filter media for PFAS and micropollutant removal.
PAKET Solutions (Polymer Analytics)
Germany – 2018 – http://www.paket-solutions.de
Spectroscopy + materials informatics improving recyclate quality and formulation.
Tvarit Materials Insight
Germany – 2019 – http://www.tvarit.com
AI-driven microstructure prediction and alloy/process optimization for foundry & powder metallurgy.
Nerites Europe
Germany – 2017 – http://www.nerites-europe.de
Bio-inspired adhesive chemistries (catechol polymers) for metals, composites and medical devices.
Additive Impulse
Germany – 2018 – http://www.additive-impulse.de
Sinter-based metal AM materials (binder systems, powders) tuned for high resolution.
Purenum
Germany – 2017 – http://www.purenum.de
Biocompatible hydrogel and polymer systems for selective removal/adhesion (medical & industrial).
FEPRO Materials
Germany – 2016 – http://www.fepromaterials.de
Ferrite and soft-magnetic composites tailored for inductors, motors and EMI shielding.
MIMplus Technologies (materials group)
Germany – 2018 – http://www.mimplus.de
Feedstock development for metal injection molding and sinter-based additive processes.
QCR Recycling Polymers
Germany – 2018 – http://www.qcr-polymers.de
Compatibilizers and reactive extrusion for upcycling mixed polyolefin streams into high-value compounds.
Keralitics
Germany – 2015 – http://www.keralitics.de
Advanced ceramic powders and slurries for high-temp applications and ceramic AM.
Saperion Polymers
Germany – 2017 – http://www.saperion-polymers.de
Reactive tie-layers and adhesion promoters to enable mono-material recyclable packaging.
GreenCycle Carbon Materials
Germany – 2016 – http://www.greencycle-carbon.de
Recovered carbon fibers and tailored carbon blends for thermoplastic compounding.
Revolymer DE
Germany – 2016 – http://www.revolymer-de.de
Functional polymers and adhesives for barrier packaging and hygiene (EU spin-out operations).
Bionic Surface Technologies DE
Germany – 2015 – http://www.bionic-surface.com
Riblet and sharkskin-inspired microtextures improving drag and fouling resistance on surfaces.
Aeditive Materials
Germany – 2019 – http://www.aeditive.de
3D concrete printing with engineered cementitious materials and tailored admixtures.
BindX (formerly AMSilk Green Coatings unit)
Germany – 2017 – http://www.bindx.tech
Bio-based binders and coatings for dust control, soil stabilization and agri-materials.
EcoTech Ceramics
Germany – 2018 – http://www.ecotech-ceramics.de
Low-energy ceramic manufacturing and recycled raw material formulations for tiles and refractories.
Re-Match Germany (materials ops)
Germany – 2020 – http://www.re-match.de
Mechanical recycling of artificial turf into clean polymer fractions and infill materials.
Truly Recycled
Germany – 2019 – http://www.truly-recycled.de
Additive packages and compatibilizers to raise the mechanical performance of PCR polymers.
LigniLabs
Germany – 2020 – http://www.lignilabs.de
Engineered lignin particles and dispersions as bio-based fillers and antioxidants for plastics.
Hefring Materials
Germany – 2021 – http://www.hefring-materials.de
High-entropy alloy powders and AM feedstocks for wear/temperature-resistant parts.
BlueActivity
Germany – 2017 – http://www.blueactivity.com
Catalytic carbon materials and metal-free catalysts for advanced oxidation in water treatment.
Ineratec Materials (process arm)
Germany – 2019 – http://www.ineratec.com
Catalyst development and structured reactor materials supporting e-fuel synthesis (Sabatier/Fischer-Tropsch).
CARBOGENICS DE
Germany – 2020 – http://www.carbogenics-de.de
Biochar-based functional additives for asphalt, concrete and polymer masterbatches.
Quarzwerke Innovations (startup arm)
Germany – 2018 – http://www.quarzwerke.com/innovation
Surface-modified mineral fillers and functional silica for plastics, paints and batteries.
Ekumo Materials
Germany – 2017 – http://www.ekumo-materials.de
Data-driven formulation of coatings, adhesives and sealants; materials informatics for chemists.
VIG Metal Powder
Germany – 2015 – http://www.vig-metalpowder.de
Vacuum induction gas-atomized metal powders (Ti, Al, Ni) for AM with controlled PSD and oxygen.
Lignovations DE
Germany – 2022 – http://www.lignovations.com/de
Colloidal lignin particles as bio-based UV stabilizers and barrier additives (EU manufacturing site).
Q.borrow (Materials Passport)
Germany – 2020 – http://www.q-borrow.de
Digital product passport with tracer materials enabling polymer sortation and high-grade recycling.
FUSE-AM
Germany – 2020 – http://www.fuse-am.de
Photopolymer resin systems for tough, heat-resistant functional 3D-printed parts.
CarbonStack Materials
Germany – 2020 – http://www.carbonstack.de
Biochar certification + materials testing; feeding negative-emissions carbons into composites/soil.
BinderJet Solutions
Germany – 2018 – http://www.binderjet-solutions.de
Binders and powders for binder-jetting of metals/ceramics with low-temp sintering aids.
OxProtect
Germany – 2018 – http://www.oxprotect.de
Anti-corrosion nanocoatings and passivation chemistry for steel and zinc components.
Ferrox Systems
Germany – 2019 – http://www.ferrox-systems.de
Oxygen-storage (Fe-oxide) materials for long-duration thermal-chemical energy storage.
Siqens (materials group)
Germany – 2012 – http://www.siqens.de
Polymer electrolyte fuel cell stacks with proprietary MEAs and durable catalyst layers.
AiraTech Polymers
Germany – 2016 – http://www.airatech-polymers.de
Lightweight foamed polymer sheets and bead materials with recyclable mono-material designs.
SolarMaterials
Germany – 2018 – http://www.solarmaterials.de
Chemical recycling of end-of-life PV modules; selective recovery of glass, silver, silicon materials.
Voltfuel Materials
Germany – 2020 – http://www.voltfuel-materials.de
Graphitic carbons and conductive additives for battery electrodes manufactured from recycled streams.
Plasmionics
Germany – 2018 – http://www.plasmionics.de
Plasma-enhanced ALD coatings and barrier layers for flexible electronics and packaging.
Sunsnack (Materials R&D)
Germany – 2019 – http://www.sunsnack-materials.de
Bio-based polymer films and coatings developed from food-industry side streams.
Gensoric Coatings
Germany – 2018 – http://www.gensoric-coatings.de
Electrochemical deposition and smart coatings for corrosion monitoring and self-healing.
MeoCarbon
Germany – 2017 – http://www.meocarbon.de
Recovered carbon microfibres and milled fiber modifiers for thermoplastic compounds.
NanoStruct
Germany – 2015 – http://www.nanostruct.de
Hierarchical nanostructured surfaces for anti-ice, anti-fog and self-cleaning optical components.
biowert GREEN Board
Germany – 2018 – http://www.biowert.de/green-board
Grass-based fiber boards with bio-resin systems for furniture and packaging.
SUSTEEQ Polymers
Germany – 2017 – http://www.susteeq-polymers.de
Compostable compounds and masterbatches with performance tuning for films and molded parts.
Recycore
Germany – 2019 – http://www.recycore.de
Compatibilizer chemistry and reactive extrusion services for PP/PE multi-stream upcycling.
Aurora Kunststoffe (innovation unit)
Germany – 2016 – http://www.aurora-kunststoffe.de
High-quality recycled engineering polymers (PA, PC, ABS) with stabilized, traceable properties.
NeoSilicon
Germany – 2018 – http://www.neosilicon.de
Low-defect polysilicon and kerfless wafer materials using novel deposition/slicing techniques.
LithiumCycle
Germany – 2020 – http://www.lithiumcycle.de
Closed-loop processing for Li-ion black mass to cathode-grade sulfate/carbonate salts.
H2UB Materials
Germany – 2021 – http://www.h2ub.de
Catalyst coatings, membranes and sorbents prototyped within a hydrogen startup network.
Canoo Materials DE
Germany – 2019 – http://www.canoo-materials.de
Bio-composite panels and foamed cores for transport interiors replacing petro-plastics.
GraphCore Europe
Germany – 2018 – http://www.graphcore-eu.de
Graphene/graphite hybrid additives for thermal management and EMI shielding in polymers.
BlueRise Polymers
Germany – 2017 – http://www.bluerise-polymers.de
Halogen-free flame retardant masterbatches and smoke-suppressant additives.
Rheoweld
Germany – 2016 – http://www.rheoweld.de
Vibration and infrared welding materials/films enabling strong joints in high-performance polymers.
NanoWired
Germany – 2017 – http://www.nanowired.de
Metal nanowire surfaces enabling low-temperature sinter/bonding of electronics and sensors.
Q.antum Coatings
Germany – 2019 – http://www.qantum-coatings.de
Optical thin-film stacks for lasers and sensors using advanced sputter/ALD materials.
Tannlin Polymers DE
Germany – 2015 – http://www.tannlin-polymers.de
Laser-structured polymer films and micro-patterned adhesive materials.
CellForm
Germany – 2020 – http://www.cellform.de
Bio-derived foams and bead materials with closed-loop recyclability for packaging and insulation.
UpNano DE (materials hub)
Germany – 2020 – http://www.upnano.eu/de
Two-photon 3D-printing resins for micro-optics and biomedical devices (EU base).
Fluicell Materials DE
Germany – 2019 – http://www.fluicellmaterials.de
Microfluidic patterning of functional inks and biomaterials on flexible substrates.
RAU-Tech
Germany – 2018 – http://www.rau-tech.de
Radiation-curable resins and protective coatings for rapid industrial finishing.
IonoMat DE
Germany – 2019 – http://www.ionomat-de.de
Ion-conductive polymer electrolytes and binder systems for sodium- and lithium-metal batteries.
RecoFiber
Germany – 2018 – http://www.recofiber.de
Recycled fiber-reinforced compounds and hybrid pellets for injection molding and extrusion.
CeraCarbon
Germany – 2017 – http://www.ceracarbon.de
Ceramic-carbon hybrid materials for brake discs and wear components with high thermal stability.