AstaReal, the global pioneer in natural astaxanthin production and related research, has elevated its sustainability efforts to the next level. Thanks to a cooperation with the energy utility Vattenfall, the company is now using excess heat from its facility in Gustavsberg, Sweden, to feed the local district heating network. As a result, the production of microalgae-derived astaxanthin, known for its scientifically proven health benefits, is now supplying heat for 2,000-2,500 households. “We want to produce astaxanthin as sustainably as possible, and so utilising excess heat for the benefit of local residents takes us one step further towards this goal,” says Peter Worsöe, CEO of AstaReal AB. In its facility in Gustavsberg, AstaReal cultivates the microalgae Haematococcus pluvialis from...

CP Kelco, a global leader of nature-based ingredient solutions that is owned by J.M. Huber Corporation, and ExoPolymer, Inc., a biotechnology startup company focused on developing new-to-the-world, polysaccharide-based biopolymers, are excited to announce a partnership to develop and commercialize a portfolio of new functional ingredients for the personal care industry and beyond.

The initial focus of this partnership will be to scale up production of ExoPolymer’s first product, a polysaccharide-based biopolymer to...

Collagen is the trending ingredient and enjoys consumers‘ attention all around the world. The possibilities with Bioactive Collagen Peptides (BCP^®) are endless! GELITA’s roster of BCP^® will support your health and nutrition formulations by addressing individual condition specific needs. GELITA’s ingredients are clinically substantiated for: Keeping ligaments and tendons healthy and...

Marinova is pleased to announce the commencement of a $5 million expansion to its state-of-the-art advanced manufacturing facility in Tasmania, Australia. Marinova is a specialist producer of fucoidan – a bioactive compound found naturally in brown seaweeds. Fucoidan is highly prized for its range of beneficial health properties, particularly in the areas of immune support, gut and digestive health, and healthy ageing. “Marinova is the world’s only...

From the historical expertise of ROELMI HPC at the service of the Life Science sector, with its entrepreneurial roots in the long Mediterranean tradition, and from the spirit of sustainable innovation and deep technological knowledge, comes SelectSIEVE^® OptiChol. It is a natural active ingredient intended for nutraceutical applications for the promotion of a healthy cardiovascular system, through the balance of cholesterol levels by decreasing LDL and boosting HDL. SelectSIEVE^® OptiChol is based on balanced and highly standardized polyphenols from olive (Olea europaea), targeting hypocholesterolemia conditions...

Roquette, a global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical and nutraceutical excipients, today announces its complete acquisition of India-based excipient manufacturer, Crest Cellulose. Following its purchase of a majority share in the company in 2018, this latest move allows Roquette to continue realizing its strong growth ambitions and meet rising global demand for high-quality plant-based excipients. Thanks to...

Australian biotechnology company Marinova Pty Ltd is delighted to announce two major research projects involving its unique seaweed extracts. Marinova is the global leader in the research and production of high purity fucoidan extracts. Fucoidans are a group of natural compounds derived from particular species of brown seaweeds. High purity fucoidan extracts are increasingly receiving attention for their wide range of potential bioactive properties...

Nutriswiss, one of the leading refiners of edible oils and fats in Switzerland, uses a special combination of physical refining processes to effectively purify organic oils and optimize their taste. After treatment, the oils are virtually free from process contaminants (3-MCPD, glycidol, trans fatty acids). Mineral oil residues, plasticizers, free fatty acids and other contaminants are effectively reduced while micronutrients are preserved. As a contract manufacturer, Nutriswiss refines a wide variety of oils for the food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries. Its state-of-the-art processes enable the gentle refining of oils in compliance with European organic guidelines and other certifications such as...

Pharmactive Biotech Products, S.L.U., moves into the sports nutrition sector following results of the latest research on its affron^® natural saffron ingredient. The clinical study demonstrates two important findings: Affron improved enjoyment in sport active adults, and, in males, it can help increase the resilience to stress and anxiety by increasing the cardiac parasympathetic response that regulates post-exercise heart rate. “While most consumers agree exercise and physical activity are vital, especially after so many have spent too much of the past three years in lockdown, for most people routine exercise three times a week is hard, and often is boring,” explains Jean-Marie Raymond, CEO for Pharmactive...

The redesign process involving the web presence of ROELMI HPC now renews its sustainable tools and, with its NIP^®website redesign, once again amazes with foresight and sustainability-oriented innovations in its sector. The new webpage empowers the concept of nature, approaching the audience with the new distinctive logo and motto for our philosophy. The new paradigm, “Nature is people“, becomes the renewed foundation for our business activities, inspired by our sustainable-based model for innovation. The new NIP^® website embodies the values of the real essence of sustainability fine-tuning by our business reality, where Nature, Innovation, and People are the pillars guiding the discovery of the sustainability gem of innovation... 

Sabinsa, the official curcumin sponsor of VitaFoods Europe, showcased its innovative products at the event in Geneva, Switzerland 10 – 12 May, 2022, in addition to presenting a scientific mini-seminar for their customers. Some of Sabinsa’s IP protected, science-backed ingredients to be highlighted: Curcumin C3 Reduct^®, the first EFSA approved Curcuminoids metabolite; LivLonga^®, for healthy liver support function, is an unique blend of three scientifically validated ingredients Curcumin C3 Complex^®, Livinol^™ and the bioavailability enhancer BioPerine^®; Cirpusins^® nutgrass root (Cyperus rotundus,) standardized to contain 5% stilbenes, supports a healthy body mass index...

SynBalance^® ProBeautyShield, a probiotic ingredient developed by SYNBALANCE SRL, is the winner of the eighth edition NutraIngredients Award Europe for the category “Ingredient of the year – Beauty from Within”. Organized by NutraIngredients.com – one of the principal information website for the functional food and beverage industry – these awards recognize the most promising ingredients, products, businesses, people and initiatives in the nutrition and dietary supplement industry. As a spin-off of ROELMI HPC, SYNBALANCE is the reliable partner for developing probiotic-based products supported by clinical evidence. In May 2022, the new company has won the award “Ingredient of the year – Beauty from Within” thanks to SynBalance^® ProBeautyShield: a probiotic...