The Protein Express is transforming low-value agro-industrial residues into high-value proteins through innovative fungal fermentation. Their flexible platform enables scalable, cost-effective production for food, feed, and enzymes, supporting a sustainable, circular bio-economy and offering strong opportunities for collaboration and investment.
Sustainable protein from agro-industrial residues
The Protein Express is a Dutch biotech startup transforming low-value agro-industrial residues into high-value nutrition through its proprietary fermentation technology. Its first product, FibraSolase, enhances digestibility for monogastrics (humans, cats, dogs), while adding natural color, acting as a natural sweetener, and increasing nutritional yield per hectare. Beyond FibraSolase, the company offers a flexible platform for fungal precision fermentation, enabling scalable, low-cost production of functional proteins for food, feed, and enzyme markets.
Innovation: Smart fungal technology for scalable, afforable protein production
The founders: Bas Raats, Floris Otterman & Stijn van der Laan
Website: The Protein Express | Protein Production in Fungal Fermentations
Why this startup is one to follow
With a technically driven team and a clear sustainability mission, The Protein Express is positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for fermentation-based proteins. Its platform’s versatility across multiple markets amplifies commercial potential, while its innovative upcycling approach supports a circular bio-economy. The company is already attracting interest for collaborations and investments, making it a startup to watch as it scales toward 2026.
