European Innovation Council

FibriTech develops a biomaterial technology producing sustainable, natural fiber-based materials for industrial and agricultural applications. Their products include eco-friendly alternatives to rock wool, glass wool, and foamed plastics, serving construction and horticulture sectors.

RAIKU is a cleantech startup that produces 100% natural packaging material that has also great looks and shock absorption - most importantly, it gives 15-20 times more volume to its raw material making it one of the most resource efficient material uses in the world with high margins. Both the production is and products are clean making no harm to nature. RAIKU has raised over 1.2mln€ in the pre-seed stage, built a team of over 10 people, its own IP and clients are already using its packaging material. This material will up-end the 1 trillion € packaging sector.

IonKraft, a German technology company, specializes in plasma coating for multi-material plastic containers. Their innovative plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition process enables recyclability of complex packaging, serving industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and chemicals. By promoting material reduction and reuse, IonKraft aims to enhance performance while lowering costs, with support from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy.

Rise Technology provides photovoltaic equipment, instruments, semiconductor, biomedical, and packaging products. Their customers contact them through email, mobile, and online applications.

Founded in Germany in 2019, BIOWEG is a purpose-driven company that combines biotechnology, material science, and molecular simulation to develop and sell advanced, sustainable, and bio-based high-performance ingredients for businesses. Their animal-free ingredients are globally scalable and manufactured sustainably using green chemistry. They partner with forward-thinking companies in cosmetics, personal care, agricultural technology, and food/beverage sectors.

Founded in Germany in 2019, BIOWEG is a purpose-driven company that combines biotechnology, material science, and molecular simulation to develop and sell advanced, sustainable, and bio-based high-performance ingredients for businesses. Their animal-free ingredients are globally scalable and manufactured sustainably using green chemistry. They partner with forward-thinking companies in cosmetics, personal care, agricultural technology, and food/beverage sectors.

FibriTech develops a biomaterial technology producing sustainable, natural fiber-based materials for industrial and agricultural applications. Their products include eco-friendly alternatives to rock wool, glass wool, and foamed plastics, serving construction and horticulture sectors.

FibriTech develops a biomaterial technology producing sustainable, natural fiber-based materials for industrial and agricultural applications. Their products include eco-friendly alternatives to rock wool, glass wool, and foamed plastics, serving construction and horticulture sectors.

Cellugy is a biotechnology company developing cellulose-based materials to replace single-use plastics. It uses a fermentation platform that converts renewable resources into natural bio-cellulose, delivering cellulose with quality comparable to natural sources while offering competitive economics and a smaller environmental footprint. By substituting petrochemicals in products with this bio-cellulose, the company aims to maintain production momentum and performance. The technology enables the production of different grades and qualities of cellulose, enabling applications across multiple industries, including personal care, packaging, textiles, and food. The company focuses on providing sustainable alternatives and reducing reliance on fossil-based plastics, positioning itself at the intersection of materials science and circular economy.

Creapaper develops a grass-based raw material for paper production, primarily derived from grass fiber and dried hay, produced through a patented process to replace virgin wood fibers in paper and cardboard manufacturing. The company supplies the paper industry with this sustainable alternative and offers grass-based raw material, processed paper, and seed-embedded products that can be planted after use, including packaging concepts such as flower and herb boxes. Substituting grass for wood can reduce CO2 emissions in the manufacturing process by up to 75% and supports efforts to lower plastic pollution in the packaging and paper supply chain.

Creapaper develops a grass-based raw material for paper production, primarily derived from grass fiber and dried hay, produced through a patented process to replace virgin wood fibers in paper and cardboard manufacturing. The company supplies the paper industry with this sustainable alternative and offers grass-based raw material, processed paper, and seed-embedded products that can be planted after use, including packaging concepts such as flower and herb boxes. Substituting grass for wood can reduce CO2 emissions in the manufacturing process by up to 75% and supports efforts to lower plastic pollution in the packaging and paper supply chain.

Founded in 2013, RePack manufactures and sells reusable packaging bags for individuals and clothing brands worldwide. Its products include polypropylene, polyethylene, and cardboard bags that can be returned for recycling after use, with customers rewarded with vouchers for future purchases. Operating primarily online, RePack aims to reduce waste and environmental impact associated with single-use packaging.