New Materials Startups

Svenska Aerogel manufactures advanced aerogel materials for thermal insulation and temperature regulation applications. The company operates as a materials producer serving industrial and commercial markets globally.

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Aeropowder engineers high-performance insulation materials from feathers using a patent-pending process. The company's first product is PluumoPlus, a thermal packaging material for life science and pharmaceutical cold chain deliveries that replaces expanded polystyrene.

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Aerumtec is a German manufacturer of flexible wire products and electrical conductors made of copper and copper-based alloys, supplying a range of industries worldwide. Tracing its origins to 1569 and spun off from LEONI AG in 2023, it produces copper wire, round strands, and technically demanding copper applications.

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AesculaTech designs custom smart materials with adaptive responses to stimuli for biomedical, commercial, and industrial applications. Its materials can be tailored for biocompatibility and strength, with an initial focus on ophthalmic treatment of dry eye disease.

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AfriSam is a leading construction materials supplier in Africa, producing cement, aggregates, and concrete products for construction projects. Operating in South Africa, Lesotho, and Eswatini, the company combines production capacity with technical expertise to serve the construction industry.

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Agapyo develops Jam™, a wood waste-based biodegradable thermoplastic that serves as a drop-in replacement for petroleum-based rigid plastic in agricultural products (such as nursery pots and tree protectors) and consumer goods (such as computer peripherals). Its patented technology converts forestry wood-waste into a moldable material compatible with existing molding machinery and biodegradable at end-of-life.

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Agar Scientific manufactures laboratory platform rockers for gentle mixing applications in research and clinical settings. The company offers compact and full-sized models designed for continuous operation in benchtop and incubator environments.

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Agile Ultrasonics designs and manufactures ultrasonic end effectors for joining and shaping thermoplastic composite materials. The company develops modular, robot-agnostic joining systems for use in aviation, defense, automotive, and space manufacturing applications.

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Agilex Fragrances is a regional consumer brands company that develops and delivers fragrance solutions by combining independent creative agility with integrated ingredient mastery and supply chain capabilities from dsm-firmenich. The company serves fragrance customers with flexible manufacturing, fast lead times, and customized minimum order quantities.

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Agnitech develops graphene-based technology, researching applications of the carbon material in electronics, energy storage, and advanced materials. Its work targets uses such as faster electronic devices and higher-performance batteries and supercapacitors.

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Agreka Build develops sustainable building materials from agricultural waste, focusing on circular economy solutions for the construction industry. The company manufactures WHEATEX®, a straw-based insulation product, with a pilot facility in the UK.

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AgroBiogel develops lignin-based hydrogel products to improve water retention in soil for agriculture, horticulture, forestry, and growing media. Its technology is aimed at making farming more sustainable and climate-friendly.

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Ail Arian develops reusable silver conductive inks and a design-for-recycling approach for printed electronics, helping manufacturers reduce CO2e, cut manufacturing waste, and recover high-value materials. It is also applying the technology to smart, interactive packaging with features such as illumination, sensors, and authentication for brands.

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Aim Colours develops NFC and E Ink technology integrated into physical devices and companion apps for brands, with expertise in circuit miniaturization at millimeter scale. The company serves luxury and fashion brands seeking innovative product authentication and engagement solutions.

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AIMT is a vacuum insulation materials specialist founded in 2016 by former Samsung Electronics researchers, producing non-metallic gas-barrier films and high-performance gas adsorbents for refrigeration and temperature-controlled pharmaceutical shipping applications.

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Aio Precision (株式会社アイオー精密) is a Japanese manufacturer providing precision cutting, grinding, heat treatment, surface treatment, and sub-assembly services for various metals and resins. Founded in 1977, the company serves industrial clients from its base in Iwate Prefecture, with operations that also include a factory in China.

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AION develops material formulation, product and systems design, and operational services to help firms reduce the environmental impact of the plastics they use. The company operates in the circular economy and materials space, focused on more sustainable plastic use.

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Airborne develops automated manufacturing systems for composite components, serving aerospace, space, and marine industries. The company designs and operates production facilities that use automation technologies like prepreg, infusion, and thermoplastic manufacturing to reduce costs and increase production rates for carbon fiber and other advanced composites.

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Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited operates an integrated steel complex in Nigeria that produces steel via the Blast-Furnace/Basic Oxygen Furnace route, along with engineering workshops for fabrication, equipment repair, and spare-parts manufacture. It supplies steel products to sectors including construction, packaging, and the wire drawing/nail making industry.

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Ajusteel is a steel manufacturing company that has operated since 1995, serving the South Korean steel industry with a focus on customer value and continuous innovation.

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Aker QRILL Company is a krill harvesting company that develops and delivers krill-based ingredients for aquaculture, animal feed, and nutraceutical applications. The company operates sustainable Antarctic fishing operations and produces branded products for use across multiple markets including fish farming and pet nutrition.

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Akorn Technology develops 100% natural edible coatings for fresh produce that slow ripening, reduce moisture loss, and inhibit microorganisms to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables. It serves producers and retailers across the produce supply chain to reduce food waste.

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ALAS Baustoff-Holding is an owner-managed producer and supplier of gravel, stone, aggregates, and ready-mix concrete, and also handles recycling and disposal of excavation and mineral construction debris. It serves large and small construction projects with operations in Slovakia, Poland, Croatia, Hungary, and Austria.

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Alaska Plastic Recovery converts recycled plastics sourced from ocean debris, residential programs, and industry into construction products using a mobile processing facility. The company serves rural coastal communities in Alaska with recycled plastic lumber and bricks produced locally.

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