Germany’s Bioweg to Build Europe’s Largest Bacterial Cellulose Plant, Construction Starting Q4

German deep-tech company Bioweg has announced plans to build Europe’s largest bacterial cellulose production plant. The company has secured total funding of €35 million, with construction scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of 2026. The news was reported on September 17. The new plant will be built on the site of the existing Pfeifer […]

BIOWEG Raises $40.6 Million to Build Europe’s Largest Bacterial Cellulose Plant in Elsdorf, Germany

German fine chemical startup BIOWEG is reported to be building what is described as Europe’s largest bacterial cellulose production plant in Elsdorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The company is reported to have raised approximately €35 million (around $40.6 million) in funding, combining equity investment and EU grants, to finance the project. The plant is to be […]