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Be part of a relevant ecosystem focused on industrial biotechnology
dsm-ferminich is highly dedicated to contributing to a more sustainable economy and society. Already for 150 years, dsm-ferminich in Delft (previously Gist Brocades and Nederlandsche Gist en Spiritus Fabriek) has been a front runner in biotechnological innovations with global impact.
The board of dsm-ferminich has given its commitment to open its site in Delft for third parties active in biotechnology, and to share its knowledge and infrastructure to create an open innovation campus.
The dsm-ferminich Biotechnology Centre at the Biotech Campus Delft houses over 400 scientists with expertise in all areas of Biotechnology. Ranging from bioinformatics, analytics, fermentation, downstream processing and application. Collaborations and mentoring between Planet B.io and dsm-ferminich scientists is actively promoted. Moreover, dsm-ferminich can offer valuable commercial support and business opportunities.
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One year later: Insights from Scale-up frontrunners | Hendrik Waegeman (BBEU)
Hendrik Waegeman, head of business operations from Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant, shares last year’s improvements and makes a comparison between a fermentor and a dinosaur
Planet B.io at Pitch Perfect 2025: Industrial Biotech in the spotlight
This year, Planet B.io is again co-organiser of Pitch Perfect & Boost the European Bioeconomy 2025, taking place on 24–25 November 2025 at the Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel. As part of the program, Planet B.io will host one of the Pitch Sessions for industrial biotechnology startups seeking finance - a unique opportunity for founders to showcase their innovations to leading investors.
Planet B.io Education Lab welcomes The Hague University of Applied Sciences
The minor Biotechnology from The Hague University of Applied Sciences has started its practical modules at the Planet B.io Education Lab: a collaboration that connects academic learning with the biotech field.