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Algae are increasingly recognised as a key resource in the transition towards a more sustainable and innovative bioeconomy. From food and feed to materials and high-value ingredients, their potential continues to expand across sectors. To support this growing field, the AlgaeProBANOS project has launched a new free online course: “Algae Innovation and Entrepreneurship.” Who is […]

From April 14–16, 2026, partners of the AlgaePro BANOS project came together in Ghent, Belgium, for a dynamic three-day meeting focused on collaboration, reflection, and planning the next steps. A central moment of the meeting was the Work Package (WP) progress presentations on the final day, where each WP shared key achievements and lessons learned. […]

What role can algae play in tackling climate change and building a sustainable blue bioeconomy? In a new episode of the Before the Tipping Point Podcast, our partner Josien Hendricksen joins host Lourdes Gant to explore how algae can drive climate solutions and support Europe’s transition to a more sustainable blue bioeconomy. The conversation dives […]

At the EU Algae Awareness Summit 2025 in Berlin, AlgaeProBANOS joined experts and policymakers to spotlight algae’s growing role in Europe’s green transition.

We are excited to share that Open Call 2 of The Algae Accelerator will open on 2 October 2025. This six-month mentorship programme supports startups and SMEs in the algae value chain to refine their business strategies, accelerate growth, and bring new algae-based products to market. Whether you are innovating in food, feed, cosmetics, biomaterials, […]

AlgaeProBANOS participated in Mission Arena 3 in Amsterdam with two engaging workshops.Our panelists and consortium members shared their expertise and insights on LCA in the blue bioeconomy and how to effectively communicate the sustainability benefits of algae products to customers, end-users, and regulators. Both sessions sparked lively discussions and brought forward excellent points from the […]