PWD Industrial Filtration
Grant in 2019
We are an innovative Italian SME bringing a highly disruptive technology for industrial filtration, purification and drying of specialty compounds (such as Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients, fine chemicals, food ingredients etc.). The initial application targets Pharma, Cosmetics, Chemicals and Food&Beverage markets and offers equipment for laboratories, pilot plants and production plants.
As our innovative patented technology is able to meet the unmet needs of the market and create significant operational and financial benefits for the users, we enjoy extensive interest/demand for our technology. Furthermore, the technology fully embraces the Industry 4.0/5.0 concept with extensive level of automation reducing the needs for manual interventions. Equipped with predictive/prescriptive algorithms, the technology is able to keep improving the manufacturing processes and keep creating benefits for the users.
Finally, our technology supports environmental sustainability transforming historically not-very-environmental-friendly processes into environmental friendly processes by significantly reducing/eliminating Greenhouse Gases emissions, significantly reducing energy consumption and limiting amounts of chemical solvents used during purification.
Ecohelix harnesses underutilized lignocellulosic side streams from the pulp industry into valuable, sustainable products. Utilizing a patented enzymatic process, Ecohelix converts residual lignin and hemicellulose into WOODMER®, a biodegradable polymer used in packaging, adhesives, and paper chemicals.
Natac is a company that researches, develops, and sustainably manufactures natural plant extracts and ingredients from botanical origins, along with omega-3 from fish, for nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, food, animal nutrition, and cosmetic industries. It delivers premium, value-added bioactive compounds derived from botanicals, with plant sources certified through HABOID, a proprietary analytical method ensuring purity. Sustainability is integral to Natac’s operations; it analyzes agricultural processes to identify interventions that reduce environmental impact and aims to use the whole plant. The company maintains international reach, with manufacturing, research and development, innovation, and quality functions based in Spain to meet European standards. Natac markets natural ingredients from botanicals and fish, organized into vegetable extracts and omega-3 segments, with vegetable extracts accounting for the majority of revenue.
Algalif supplies astaxanthin products from microalgae, including ingredients and finished formulations. They help solve the nutritional needs of current and future generations through the development and delivery of sustainable microalgae ingredients. They also commercialize a range of immune-health ingredients, for use in food, beverages, nutraceuticals, sports nutrition, and personal care products.
RegStem is an early-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on repurposing existing molecules and developing new treatments within the regenerative medicine sector. The company specifically targets rare muscle and blood diseases that present significant unmet medical needs. Its research and development efforts are centered on innovative molecules intended for human therapies, including the repurposing of drugs aimed at reconstituting and repairing bone marrow during acute aplasia and promoting skin healing after scarring. By stimulating and controlling the differentiation of stem cells, RegStem aims to provide effective solutions for patients suffering from chronic skin conditions and other serious health issues.
Pplus Skin Care
Grant in 2018
Pplus Skin Care Limited is a UK-based company established in 2014 by Dr. Mitra Najafi, a distinguished cosmetic clinician. The company specializes in developing innovative medical kits that facilitate the safe and personalized topical application of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to the skin, eliminating the need for painful injections. Pplus products are designed to provide a pain-free and non-invasive method for skin rejuvenation and are tailored to meet individual needs. These products are utilized across various medical fields, including dermatology, hair loss treatment, orthopedics, dentistry, and wound care, enhancing wound healing and overall rejuvenation for users.
Tissue Dynamics
Grant in 2018
Tissue Dynamics is a biotechnology company specializing in drug toxicity and efficacy screening for pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. It employs proprietary high throughput kinetic screening platform using sensor-integrated organ-on-chip technology to monitor metabolic changes in real-time, minimizing false positives/negatives.
Coating Plasma Innovation
Grant in 2018
Coating Plasma Innovation specializes in advanced surface treatment using cold plasma technology, both at atmospheric pressure and in vacuum conditions. Based in Peynier, France, the company processes 2D materials through roll-to-roll applications and treats 3D materials using cold vacuum plasma. Its innovative treatments enhance various properties of products, including hydrophilicity, hydrophobicity, mechanical strength, friction reduction, and corrosion resistance. Coating Plasma Innovation caters to a diverse range of industries, including jewelry, aviation, agribusiness, petrochemicals, automotive, medical, energy, cosmetics, and sports. Established in 2003, the company is noted for its capability to provide comprehensive roll-to-roll turnkey atmospheric plasma solutions, either as standalone equipment or integrated into clients' production lines.
Inpharmatis offers comprehensive regulatory affairs services to Life Science Industry including Drug Development and Vigilance Services to pharmaceutical, medical device, food supplements, cosmetic and biotech companies. Their area of expertise lies in the European & CIS market.
A multi-disciplinary team of qualified regulatory affairs consultants is at your disposal for all aspects of your marketing authorisation applications for active substances and human medicinal products. Inpharmatis shall provide full regulatory support over the whole life cycle of your product.
Islensk Hollusta ehf
Grant in 2018
Islensk Hollusta is a food and beverage company that develops and produces healthy foods. They produce herbal teas, spices, condiments, cheese, snacks, herb-marinated seaweed, berry juice, and bath products.
Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
Grant in 2018
Pharmaceutical Biotechnology focuses on the development and implementation of new biotech projects with high market potential. They develop, research, and manufacture biotech products with a focus on food, pharmaceutical, hygienic, cosmetic, and environmental applications.
Intenanomat manufactures and commercializes nanoparticles and nanocomposites for their application in cosmetics, optoelectronics, media, the environment, and other applications. They also produce metallic nanoparticles, metallic oxides, nanodiamonds, and more.
TOSLA Nutricosmetics
Grant in 2018
TOSLA, a B Corp certified company, pioneers in the research, development, and manufacturing of high-performance liquid nutricosmetics tailored for premium beauty and wellness brands. Their exclusive focus lies in crafting nutritional supplements that enhance beauty and wellness from within.
Originating as a food-tech entity, TOSLA now blurs the lines between the food and cosmetics industries, ushering in a new era of beauty routines. Their evolution aligns with consumer trends, transitioning from a plethora of bathroom products to integrating essentials into the kitchen.
At the core of their philosophy are three pillars: Palatability, Simplicity, and Validation.
In a realm where consumer skepticism prevails, Validation stands as the cornerstone of every nutricosmetics product. TOSLA's unwavering commitment to efficacy is demonstrated through rigorous clinical studies, fostering transparency and trust.
Recognizing convenience as a modern luxury, TOSLA prioritizes simplicity with ready-to-drink formats, ensuring seamless integration into busy lifestyles while preserving quality and time.
Moreover, TOSLA aims to transform daily routines into pleasurable experiences through palatability. Their innovative VELIOUS™ flavor technology enhances the taste of primary raw materials, such as collagen, elevating consumption enjoyment.
In an era focused on superficiality, TOSLA champions science, technology, and transparency to foster a genuine and healthier world, underscored by their B Corp certification, a tangible testament to their commitment.
Entekno specializes in developing advanced inorganic materials using nanotechnology. Its mission is to create sustainable, eco-friendly alternatives for various industries by enhancing the performance of zinc oxide products.
Setenta e Três Mil e Cem
Grant in 2017
Setenta e Três Mil e Cem is a Portuguese company, funded in 2006 which is specialized in biotechnology and the development of products for the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries.
EOS S.r.l. (Effective Optical Systems, www.eosinstruments.com) delivers a new generation of scientific instruments and technological solutions for the classification and characterization of particles and particle mixtures in biological, industrial and environmental heterogeneous fluids.
Implementing strategies for particle analysis in complex fluids via light scattering, EOS provides CLASSIZER™ cutting edge family of platforms for the multiparameter analysis at single particle level via the key enabling SPES (Single Particle Extinction and Scattering) patented technology. CLASSIZER™ devices classify single particles on the basis of their optical properties in liquids and aerosols: discriminates particles in heterogeneous samples; enables advanced product formulation by monitoring the particle stability and behaviour in real complex fluids (aggregation, degradation, wetting); boosts QC operations measuring even in presence of impurities, synthesis residues, bubbles and immiscible liquid droplets (typically no filtration or purification is required).
CLASSIZER™ platforms are powerful solutions for product R&D and Quality Controls in life sciences, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food and beverages, inks and pigments, agrochemicals, lubricants and abrasives and environmental sciences.
EDERNA specializes in cold concentration technology, specifically through its innovative evapEOs® process, which serves as an alternative to traditional thermal evaporation methods. This process is designed for the agri-food, cosmetics, and health sectors, focusing on the concentration of liquid ingredients while preserving essential attributes such as aroma, flavor, color, and biological activity. Operating under mild conditions, evapEOs® minimizes energy consumption and reduces both production costs and environmental impact. By facilitating the development of natural and high value-added products, EDERNA positions itself as a key player in enhancing the efficiency of production processes within the biotechnology and food industries.
Smartpolymer GmbH
Grant in 2017
Smartpolymer offers high tech materials for automotive, aviation and industrial usage. The range of products of smartpolymer GmbH comprises the functional fibers of the Cell Solution® family and a number of specialties, among others, flocked applicators for the cosmetics, medical and dental industry.
In addition, smartpolymer support TITK in launching new developments.
SenzaGen AB is a biotechnology company based in Lund, Sweden, that specializes in in vitro genomic allergen rapid detection (GARD) sensitization tests. Founded in 2010 as a spin-out from Lund University, SenzaGen offers innovative, animal-free testing solutions for the cosmetic, chemical, pharmaceutical, and food industries. Its main products include GARDskin, which predicts skin sensitization; GARDpotency, which classifies sensitizers based on genomic biomarkers; and GARDair, an assay for respiratory sensitizers. The company provides its services through its own laboratory and through collaborations with licensed contract research organizations. SenzaGen is actively engaged in partnerships, including a collaboration with the Research Institute for Fragrance Materials to develop tests for photosensitization. With a strong presence in Europe and expanding markets in North America and Asia-Pacific, SenzaGen aims to replace traditional animal testing methods with its advanced genomic methodologies.
Microganic produces and markets microalgae biomass and their ingredients for nutraceuticals, pet food, feed, aquaculture, and cosmetics.
Green2chem SA
Grant in 2017
Green2chem SA is a biotechnology company based in Ghislenghien, Belgium, founded in 2011. The company specializes in the development and operation of innovative, low-cost bioreactors designed to cultivate various types of roots. These roots have applications in the nutraceutical, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical markets. Green2chem aims to harness the health benefits of these roots and make them accessible to a global audience.
Monteloeder s.l.
Venture Round in 2017
Monteloeder supplies raw materials for the nutraceutical, functional food, cosmetic and animal nutrition business.
The MONTELOEDER family business began in Alicante (Spain) by selling health ingredients with a natural focus in the food, beverage, nutritional supplements and cosmetics industry. The company's aim is to satisfy the needs of the nutraceutical, functional food, cosmetic and animal food business.
Creaciones Aromáticas Industriales, SA
Grant in 2017
Creaciones Aromáticas Industriales, SA (CARINSA) focuses on the creation, production and marketing on food and beverages, animal feed and fragrances for detergents and cosmetics. The company was founded in 1993 by a group of recognized professionals in the sector.
It has thre divisions; Aromas Division. Human Food and Beverages, Division of Zootechnics. Animal feeding, and Fragrance Division. Detergency and Cosmetics.
Solutex
Venture Round in 2017
Solutex is a producer of functional ingredients tailored for the pharmaceutical, nutritional, and cosmetic industries. The company specializes in providing highly concentrated omega-3 fatty acids through advanced processes such as extraction, concentration, purification, and fractionation of algae. By focusing on the specific needs of its clients, Solutex offers a range of solutions that can be customized, from minor adaptations of existing products to the development of entirely new solutions designed to meet precise requirements. Committed to sustainability and innovation, Solutex positions itself as a key partner in delivering effective and environmentally friendly technological solutions.
Entekno specializes in developing advanced inorganic materials using nanotechnology. Its mission is to create sustainable, eco-friendly alternatives for various industries by enhancing the performance of zinc oxide products.
CosmEthics develops a mobile application that educates consumers about cosmetic ingredient safety and helps them choose safer products. By scanning product barcodes, the app cross-references ingredients with medical research on toxins and allergens and provides a rapid toxicity screening of INCI ingredients to highlight health hazards and potential safer alternative options.
GlycoMar Limited
Grant in 2016
GlycoMar Limited is a biotechnology company based in Oban, United Kingdom. It discovers and develops products for human healthcare and personal care markets, focusing on inflammatory diseases like eczema, rhinitis, psoriasis, asthma, and inflammatory bowel disease. The company also offers carbohydrate R&D services and has a joint venture to manufacture cosmetic ingredient products.
Femmefleur offers ideas, product, and services for women.
Neoalgae is a biotechnology-based company dedicated to the production, scientific-technical advice on the cultivation of microalgae and the implementation of photobioreactors for food, energy (biofuels), pharmaceutical-cosmetic, capture and fixation of CO2, wastewater treatment, etc.
Founded in Paris, France in 2004 by brothers Christophe and Frédéric Arnaud, Emulsar designs and manufactures machinery for homogeneous emulsion production. Serving the agriculture, pharmaceutical, chemical, and cosmetic industries, Emulsar's equipment enables clients to improve product quality while maintaining desired properties.
Setenta e Três Mil e Cem
Grant in 2016
Setenta e Três Mil e Cem is a Portuguese company, funded in 2006 which is specialized in biotechnology and the development of products for the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries.
XCellR8 is a leading provider of non-animal testing solutions, specializing in in vitro safety and efficacy tests for the cosmetics, personal care, and chemical industries. The company operates a GLP accredited laboratory that offers a wide range of assessments, including tests for cytotoxicity, genotoxicity, acute toxicity, inhalation toxicity, phototoxicity, and irritation assessments for skin, eyes, and vaginal use. In addition to its testing services, XCellR8 provides regulatory consultancy to help clients achieve compliance with industry standards. Driven by a commitment to ethical practices, the company focuses on delivering rapid and scientifically advanced animal-free testing strategies, combining established regulatory methods with innovative approaches to enhance safety and efficacy evaluations.
Abich is a contract research organization (CRO) that specializes in research and analysis services for manufacturers in the cosmetics, medical devices, over-the-counter drugs, and raw materials industries. With over a decade of experience, Abich has established a clinical division dedicated to conducting safety, tolerability, and efficacy tests on healthy volunteers. The company operates biological cell laboratories that perform in vitro safety tests, adhering to OECD methods and employing advanced models such as human tissues reconstructed in vivo. Abich also offers a comprehensive range of efficacy tests to support the research and development of various products, including cosmetics, drugs, supplements, and detergents. Its analytical chemistry sector is equipped with advanced systems to ensure quality control of both finished products and raw materials, while the microbiology laboratory focuses on the identification and quantification of microorganisms, as well as conducting various challenge and mutagenesis tests. Abich’s team of biologists, chemists, biotechnologists, and biomedical engineers collaborates with clients to develop customized study protocols and analytical methods tailored to specific needs.
Pharma73, founded in 2011, specializes in the development of functional excipients through its innovative biopolymer production technology platform that utilizes microbial fermentation. The company focuses on creating natural biopolymer products with unique properties, making them suitable for use as excipients in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food industries. By enabling clients to develop and commercialize high functionality excipients, Pharma73 aims to enhance product performance and meet the evolving needs of these sectors.
AlgaEnergy
Venture Round in 2016
AlgaEnergy S.A., established in 2007 and headquartered in Madrid, Spain, is a microalgae biotechnology company. It specializes in developing and producing a range of products derived from microalgae and cyanobacteria, including agricultural biostimulants (AgriAlgae), cosmetics, and biofuels. The company's solutions cater to diverse markets such as aquaculture, agriculture, nutrition, cosmetics, and biofuels. AlgaEnergy operates subsidiaries in several countries, including the United States, Mexico, India, and Brazil. It is backed by prominent investors, including IBERDROLA, a global leader in renewable energy. The company's mission is guided by a robust R&D program, led by renowned scientists, aiming to harness the potential of microalgae for innovative, sustainable products.
Bicosome
Venture Round in 2016
Bicosome SL is a Barcelona-based company that specializes in the development and commercialization of cosmetic and dermopharmaceutical ingredients. Founded in 2012 as a spinoff from the Institute of Advanced Chemistry of Catalonia, Bicosome utilizes a patented technology platform to create high-performance ingredients aimed at enhancing skin penetration and targeted delivery. Its product offerings include the Bicosome filling up system and the Bicotene anti-oxidation, UV, and infrared protection complex. Bicosome distributes its products primarily through partners in Spain and Portugal, serving the dermocosmetic and pharmaceutical industries with innovative solutions derived from extensive scientific research.
Yflow® is a nanotechnology company, which uses Electro-Hydrodynamics & Microfluidics techniques to generate micro and nanoparticles such as capsules, hollow spheres, hollow and coaxial fibers made of a broad variety of materials with size ranging from 50 to 1000 nanometers, which are crucial for many industrial and research applications like Food, Pharmacy, Bioengineering, Drug Delivery, Aerospace, Materials Science, Bio, Catalysis, Food, Cosmetics.
Yflow® Coaxial Electrospinning & Electrospray Tech. gathers the expertise & know how acquired for 15 years in Electro-Hydrodynamics & Microfluidics.
Uniq Bioresearch
Venture Round in 2015
Uniq Bioresearch Oy is an innovative, private Finnish biotechnology company that actively develops new whey protein based whey protein product and microencapsulation concepts for food, health, pharmaceuticals, confectionery and cosmetics industries. Uniq Bioresearch Oy's mission is to provide new, activated whey protein-based solutions for microencapsulation and help our customers create better and higher quality new products.
ACTIWHEY is a whey protein that Uniq Bioresearch Oy activates by developing and patenting the process of active whey protein.
Activation provides new opportunities for using whey protein in capsule coating and replacing gelatin in health products and microencapsulating various ingredients such as omega-3 oils, liposomes, prebiotics and probiotics as well as fruit and berry seed oil that are almost impossible or too expensive to microencapsulate with the old production methods.
Dr. Niine Nahakliinik
Grant in 2015
Dr. Niine Nahakliinik provides early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of melanoma and skin cancer. It also offers efficient and affordable diagnostics and treatment for skin disorders.
Its portfolio of beauty care offers patients modern minimally invasive procedures and plastic surgeries to improve their appearance and well-being. Niine Nahakliinik uses all the newest technologies to assure that its dermatologists, oncologists, and surgeons can solve every problem precisely and quickly.
Laboratoires Phyto Technique srl
Grant in 2015
Laboratoires Phyto Technique srl, a company born recently from the merger of various experts in production, sales and development in the cosmetics industry, has as a priority the setting itself as a reference point for all companies that need a manufacturer for third parties of cosmetics created only with organic natural ingredients.
The experience gained in this field has led us to forge excellent partnerships with some of the leading certifying companies in the natural / organic products sector, such as Ecocert® and ICEA.
Today, in its laboratories, they are able to offer assistance for the development of new formulations for make-up products, respecting all the requests imposed by customers in the formulation constraints from Ecocert® and ICEA.
The company is already collaborating with the main certified brands in the field of natural cosmetics. They are sure that the natural formulation will be an obligation for many companies in the near future. They want to be a real partner for companies that share our same vision on natural formulations, as well as they think that transparency and respect for the consumer must be the cornerstones of all the cosmetics brands.
abroBiotec began its journey at the end of 2007 with a clearly biotechnological business profile in the development of active ingredients for the cosmetic, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industry based on antioxidant compounds obtained from grapes.
The activity of abroBiotec is framed, according to the Genoma España classification, within the Biotechnology Companies (EB) and the Industrial, Services and Commercial Companies (EIB).
Established in order to produce exclusively polyethylene terephthalate (PET) packaging, GEPACK has an indoor area of 6000m² with the necessary technical and human resources to produce premium quality products. With a capacity of more than 150 million units per year (15 production lines fully automated, 3 of them are Injection machines) we are responsible for the whole process, from the conception and drawing of the bottle to the production of the moulds and final production. This guarantees a period of delivery of between 7 to 9 weeks from the drawing and conception of the bottle (working in coordination with the Customer), through to the beginning of the production.
There are four main business areas that GEPACK supplies; (Pharmaceutical & Food Supplements; Personal Care, Cosmetics & Toiletries; Food & Beverage; and Household & Consumer). Export sales represent more than 75 % of our turnover in 16 Countries within Europe, Middle East, and the Maghreb.
GEPACK has more than 160 bottle references as standard with capacities between 5ml and 3.000ml. We also have several exclusive and custom made designs of bottles.
Founded in Paris, France in 2004 by brothers Christophe and Frédéric Arnaud, Emulsar designs and manufactures machinery for homogeneous emulsion production. Serving the agriculture, pharmaceutical, chemical, and cosmetic industries, Emulsar's equipment enables clients to improve product quality while maintaining desired properties.
Marbo Italia Spa
Grant in 2015
Marbo Italia is an italian manufacturer of chemical specialties for industries.
Undisputed as the leader in the footwear manufacturing industry, we also support many other industrial sectors, (Automotive, Transportation, Aerospace, Wind Energy, Furniture, Toys, and packaging for Cosmetics) with technologically advanced Release Agents, Lubricants, Coatings and colour Pigments. With a professional attitude, motivation and flexibility, Marbo is a Company present in more than 60 countries worldwide with an efficient technical and sales assistance.
Marbo Italy SpA is founded in 1966.
Nastritex produces and markets innovative fabrics and materials to support all the production technologies of compact cosmetics.