Ingenza Announces Partnership With Cellugy to Investigate the Potential of Biofabricated Cellulose

Industrial biotech specialist Ingenza recently announced it is collaborating with Cellugy to accelerate the development of its innovative platform for producing biofabricated cellulose. This technology will provide a sustainable alternative to fossil-based petrochemicals in various industrial applications, starting with personal care. The new project will ultimately accelerate the understanding and optimisation of bacterial cellulose production.

Cellugy, a Denmark-based start-up, was established in 2018 to create high performance, fully bio-based and biodegradable ingredients using the power of cellulose-producing microorganisms, with the aim of reducing reliance on petrochemicals for a healthier and safer planet. This collaboration allows Cellugy to benefit from Ingenza’s extensive experience in the study of diverse microorganisms, and will focus on implementing different techniques to identify key factors influencing the cellulose production pathway. Through this work, Cellugy will gain invaluable insights into formulating targeted strategies aimed at improving cellulose yield and productivity, paving the way for commercial viability and success.

Cristina Serrano, Senior Scientist at Ingenza, said “We are thrilled to join forces with Cellugy to explore strategies for improving bacterial cellulose production. From a scientist’s perspective, this project is an exciting opportunity to work with a new organism, which will in turn help us to showcase Ingenza’s capabilities and expand our ever-increasing technical knowledge.”

Deby Fapyane, Co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Cellugy, added “This partnership with Ingenza perfectly aligns with our commitment to driving sustainability in biotechnology. By combining the expertise of both companies, we aim to accelerate the development of the next generation of bio-solutions for sustainable ingredients for the personal care market.”

Ingenza engineers biological systems to make everything from therapeutics to enzymes and consumer products, addressing challenges in human health and the global environment. Ingenza’s understanding of nature, combined with its engineering biology toolbox, allows the company to accelerate customer journeys through key milestones to commercial success. Its scientific and commercial activities are led by a management team with over 60 years’ experience in applied bioscience and the development and commercialization of bio-based products. In addition to engaging in strategic partnerships to tailor its bioprocess services for clients, the company also licenses its proprietary bioprocess technologies.

Cellugy is a biotech startup based in Søborg, Denmark, dedicated to developing natural and high-performing cellulose solutions to reduce the global impact of petrochemical pollution. Founded in 2018, Cellugy’s vision is a future where chemicals are bio-based, biodegradable, and produced using the principles of green chemistry. The company’s innovative platform technology has the potential to revolutionize many petrochemical-dependent industries, ultimately contributing to a healthier planet and a more sustainable future for everyone.

Cellugy has raised over €7M from a combination of VCs, private investors, and public funding. Nine different nationalities represent its diverse team of eleven employees. Backed by more than twenty leading organizations that recognize the transformative potential of its technology, Cellugy is well-positioned to propel a new era of sustainable material science. For more information, visit www.cellugy.com.