Corbion and BRAIN Biotech partner to develop natural antimicrobial solutions, advancing sustainable food preservation technologies with global impact and innovation.
Corbion, a global leader in sustainable ingredients headquartered in Amsterdam, has joined forces with BRAIN Biotech AG, a German biotechnology company based in Zwingenberg, to develop innovative biobased antimicrobial compounds and their derivatives. This partnership marks a strategic step toward advancing food preservation solutions that align with the growing demand for natural and sustainable products.
The collaboration is designed to accelerate Corbion’s mission of providing next-generation preservation capabilities to food manufacturers. With consumers increasingly seeking clean-label products made from natural sources, both companies recognize the importance of delivering technologies that balance safety, functionality, and sustainability. Corbion’s Vice President of Global Innovation, Domenico Vulcano, emphasized that enhancing nature-based ingredient technologies is central to the company’s vision of “preserving what matters.” He highlighted that innovation in this field cannot be achieved in isolation and that strong collaborations with scientific experts such as BRAIN Biotech are crucial for achieving paradigm-shifting breakthroughs in the food sector.
Corbion contributes extensive expertise in food systems, biobased preservation technologies, customer insights, and advanced scale-up capabilities. The company has a long-standing reputation for pioneering sustainable solutions that combine functionality with consumer trust. By leveraging its deep industry knowledge, Corbion aims to accelerate the transition from lab-scale innovation to commercially viable applications that benefit global food manufacturers.
BRAIN Biotech AG complements this with specialized skills in enzyme technologies, microbial strain development, and bioprocess engineering. Operating not only as a development partner but also as a technology licensing company, BRAIN brings valuable tools and scientific know-how to the table. These capabilities enable the creation of advanced microbial and enzymatic solutions that can be tailored to meet the diverse needs of the food industry.
Dr. Martin Langer, Managing Director and Executive Vice President of BRAIN Biotech, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, noting the strong alignment between the two companies. According to him, the shared vision, complementary strengths, and commitment to sustainable innovation form the basis for a highly productive partnership. He underlined the potential of this collaboration to deliver tangible, impactful solutions for food manufacturers worldwide, ultimately contributing to healthier and more sustainable food systems.
The partnership between Corbion and BRAIN Biotech underscores a broader shift within the food and biotech industries: the move toward sustainable, bio-based alternatives to synthetic preservatives. By combining Corbion’s customer-focused approach and large-scale implementation capacity with BRAIN’s cutting-edge biotechnological innovations, the two companies aim to push the boundaries of what is possible in natural preservation technologies. Together, they seek to transform consumer expectations, empower food manufacturers with effective solutions, and contribute meaningfully to global sustainability goals.
Corbion is a global leader in sustainable ingredients, committed to protecting what truly matters—food, health, and the planet. The company specializes in lactic acid, its derivatives, food preservation solutions, functional blends, and algae-based ingredients. By combining deep expertise in applications with advanced product knowledge, Corbion harnesses the power of science to amplify nature’s potential. With over 100 years of experience, the company continues to collaborate closely with customers, ensuring its innovative technologies deliver real value and lasting impact.
