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Shaping the Future: METS Diversification in Action! 🌟 I'm thrilled to share this major milestone in our journey toward diversification. The announcement of Cauldron Ferm Precision Fermentation Facility in Mackay is a game-changer, not only for biomanufacturing but for the future of the METS (Mining Equipment, Technology, and Services) sector in our region. This facility, the largest of its kind in the Asia-Pacific, is a prime example of how we can diversify beyond traditional industries, leveraging our skilled workforce and resources to enter new markets in precision fermentation bioproducts. The potential for cross-sector collaboration between METS businesses and biomanufacturing is immense, with scope to use and apply existing experience, knowledge, and skills related to manufacturing, fabrication, and maintenance to the biomanufacturing sector. It's incredibly exciting to see tangible projects like this aligning with our broader vision of building a resilient and future-focused economy. This isn't just theory—it’s action, and it’s happening right here in our region! To learn more about Biomanufacturing and its link to diversification check out our Greater Whitsunday METS Sector Revenue Diversification Strategy - https://lnkd.in/g9zvd-Tx #METSDiversification #DecarbonisationAccelerated #GreaterPossibilities Jodie Thompson

Maria Reis, leader of the BIOENG-PT Lab at UCIBIO-Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia da Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, together with researchers Nídia Dana Lourenço, Filomena Freitas, Monica Carvalheira, and Mariana Matos, are proud to be part of the ReLEAF Project EU consortium. The #RELEAFproject, funded by #HorizonEurope with a grant of 6.5 million euros, aims to transform waste streams like sewage sludge, fish processing waste, and agri-food residues into high-quality bio-based fertilisers. This consortium, involving 17 leading companies, technology developers, and research organizations from 9 European countries, is set to revolutionize the bio-based fertilizer industry in alignment with the European Green Deal and the revised EU Bioeconomy Strategy. The kickoff meeting took place in June 2024 at Projects Blog Leitat in Barcelona. More information: https://bit.ly/3zUBMle     UCIBIO - i4HB Institute for Health and Bioeconomy Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia da Universidade NOVA de Lisboa - Universidade Nova de Lisboa #RELEAF #BioBasedFertilisers #Wastetoresource #HorizonEurope #Sustainability #GreenDeal #Bioeconomy 

Today, we are excited to announce that the Queensland Government is backing Cauldron Ferm through its Industry Partnership Program (IPP) to develop a cutting-edge precision fermentation contract manufacturing facility in Mackay. This Project aligns with the Queensland new-industry development strategy to develop industries that will be in demand as the world decarbonizes. The IPP supports plans to establish the Cauldron Bio-fab, a new industrial facility in Mackay that will be the first and largest end-to-end contract manufacturer for precision fermented bioproducts in the Asia-Pacific region. This industrial biomanufacturing site will deploy Cauldron’s novel hyper-fermentation technology, a breakthrough continuous fermentation process which significantly reduces costs. By driving down the cost of goods to achieve parity with conventional products, Cauldron’s proprietary platform holds transformative potential for the global bioeconomy across a variety of sectors. “With the support of the Queensland Government, Cauldron is a step closer towards building a first-of-a-kind facility that will produce ingredients used in fibre, fuel, feed and food products at commercial scale,” said Queensland Government Department of State Development and Infrastructure Minister for State Development and Infrastructure Grace Grace. We are honoured to be receiving support from the Queensland Government to develop our first industrial-scale operations in Mackay. This funding enables us to scale our innovative technology as a major milestone in our journey to redefine the scope of biomanufacturing. Join us in celebrating this development of vital infrastructure for the global bioeconomy! You can read the full release announcing the Queensland Government support at the link below ⤵ https://bit.ly/3BCxvnn #biomanufacturing #biotech #precisionfermentation #bioeconomy

🇦🇺 The Queensland government backs Cauldron Ferm in building ‘Asia-Pacific’s largest’ precision fermentation contract manufacturing plant The Australian company's hyper-fermentation technology offers significant cost and efficiency improvements for large-scale fermentation. The technology can lower production costs by up to 50%, increase output by 20%, and reduce CAPEX by 45% The financial support from the Queensland government comes through its Industry Partnership Program, which is aligned with the state's broader strategy to promote new industries in a decarbonizing world. With the Mackay facility expected to produce over 1,000 tonnes annually, Cauldron Ferm aims to expand further by developing a global network of industrial facilities. Michele Stansfield ✉️ Hungry for more updates on biotech-enabled agrifood businesses and breakthroughs? Devour the free subscription: betterbioeconomy.com

"Seaweed, once confined to its role in food-grade hydrocolloid production, has experienced a remarkable transformation, emerging as a versatile bioindustrial powerhouse with far-reaching applications in the food, agriculture, pharmaceutical, and renewable energy industries." Check out this new paper highlighting the versatility of kelps and seaweeds as sustainable inputs to a variety of crucial industries. At Pacific Kelp Co., we are sustainably cultivating and processing kelp to power the green revolution!

📣 🖥 Upcoming webinar!   Coming September 23rd, the Integrated Biorefineries Mission is holding a webinar on the upcoming Horizon Europe funding call: Smart concepts for integrated energy-driven bio-refineries that co-produce advanced biofuels, bio-chemicals, and biomaterials (https://t.ly/Zncag)!    The webinar will discuss requirements for the funding call, bring together likeminded communities in Biorefineries research and provide a forum for identification of potential collaborative partners.   If you are an industry representative, innovator, policy maker or researcher and want to know more about the Mission, hear from key stakeholders about their work in the field, and explore pathways on how to take part in cross-national and international collaborative research, please sign up!    For registration and more information, check out the following link: https://lnkd.in/e6gNuiuT   #MissionInnovation #IntegratedBiorefineriesMission #webinar #HorizonEurope

🚀 Exciting developments in the bioprocessing sector! Green Plains Inc. has successfully launched the world's first commercial deployment of Clean Sugar Technology™ (CST™) in Shenandoah, Iowa. This innovative approach enables the production of dextrose syrups, marking a significant milestone in sustainable agriculture and renewable resources. This advancement is crucial not only for the food and beverage industries but also for the broader Information Technology landscape. The integration of cutting-edge biotechnologies often requires sophisticated IT infrastructures to manage production data, optimize supply chains, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. As these technologies continue to evolve, we’ll see a growing demand for IT solutions that can support real-time data analytics and enhance traceability in production processes. Moreover, the successful implementation of CST™ could herald a new trend where sustainability meets tech-driven efficiency. Companies are increasingly looking to minimize their carbon footprints, and innovations like this provide an opportunity to rethink existing systems. There’s also potential for collaboration between tech firms and agribusiness, fostering new data-driven solutions catered to optimizing processes in sustainable manufacturing. However, challenges such as scalability and integration with existing infrastructure will need to be addressed. Investment in IT resources and training will be vital to capitalize on these emerging opportunities. As professionals in the IT industry, we should prepare for a ripple effect that may shift how we interact with our agricultural counterparts. I invite you all to share your thoughts on this exciting development. How do you see Clean Sugar Technology™ impacting our industry? What steps can we take to adapt to these changes? Let's discuss! 💬 https://buff.ly/48xWHbd #GreenPlains #CleanSugarTechnology #DextroseSyrups #Innovation #SustainableTech #Bioeconomy #RenewableEnergy #IowaTech

Exciting news! Yesterday our #CEO Henrik Busch-Larsen had the pleasure of meeting the Danish #Climateminister Lars Aagaard to present ALGIECEL.   We share a common vision with the minister: to create #eco-friendly solutions that become the natural choice for consumers. At ALGIECEL, we're pioneering low-carbon #ingredients for use across various industries - #food, #feed, and #cosmetics - using #CO2 and #microalgae! Our innovative ingredients offer #sustainable replacements for less eco-friendly products, contributing to a greener future.   Excited to continue this journey toward a more sustainable tomorrow! https://lnkd.in/d4C7rCBD #algiecel #carboncapture #microalgae #co2reduction #biogas #fermentation #sustainability #sdg #algae #innovation #technology #entrepreneurship #cosmetics #food #feed #nutreceuticals

According to the US Biochar Initiative/International Biochar Initiative 2023 Global Biochar Market Report, North America accounts for the largest #biochar production (over 150,000 mt/year), followed by Europe and Asia. Biochar production is growing rapidly, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 91% from 2021 to 2023.

🇦🇺💰 QUEENSLAND GOVT BACKS CAULDRON FERM’S EFFORTS TO BUILD APAC’S LARGEST PRECISION FERMENTATION FACILITY Cauldron Ferm – based in Orange, New South Wales – is building the facility to apply its novel hyper-fermentation tech on a commercial scale. It uses a continuous fermentation process that lowers net unit costs by up to 50%, and provides 20% more output with 45% less capex. To support the construction of the Cauldron Bio-fab plant, the Queensland government is providing financial assistance and facilitation through its Industry Partnership Program, which aligns with its strategy to develop new industries that would be in demand as the world decarbonises. “Cauldron’s project will help establish Mackay as a leading biocommodity hub, providing a precision fermentation commercialisation pathway that builds on successive Queensland and Australian government investments in QUT (Queensland University of Technology)'s Mackay Renewable Biocommodities Pilot Plant by offering increased capacity for companies ready to move to the next stage of production,” Cauldron Ferm co-founder and CEO Michele Stansfield told Green Queen. The company currently has a demo facility in New South Wales, with a fermentation capacity of 25,000 litres (which has been backed by the federal government). It now plans to expand operations into the Cauldron Bio-fab plant, which it has previously indicated will have a 500,000-litre capacity. The Mackay factory will produce inputs for food, nutrition, materials, beauty, personal care, chemicals, and biofuels, with an annual output of over 1,000 tonnes. And it will not be the last of its kind – Cauldron Ferm is planning to develop a global network of industrial facilities in multiple markets. “With the support of the Queensland Government, Cauldron is a step closer towards building a first-of-a-kind facility that will produce ingredients used in fibre, fuel, feed and food products at commercial scale,” says Grace Grace, Queensland’s state development and infrastructure minister. Learn more in the full report: https://lnkd.in/gsT7eji9 #GreenQueen #altprotein #fermentation #foodtech #sustainability #innovation #futurefood