New Materials Startups

Grensol operates an advanced recycling process that separates automotive shredder residue and other mixed waste streams into recoverable metals, minerals, and polymers for reuse as manufacturing feedstock. The company uses patented physical separation and photolysis technology deployed via modular micro-recycling centers, with its first plant operating in Biberist, Switzerland.

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GridWrap develops solutions to strengthen aging electrical grid infrastructure for utilities and the communities they serve.

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Grounded provides custom sustainable flexible packaging for consumer brands, paired with a platform that measures packaging carbon footprint and circularity, tracks orders and stock, and handles market-by-market regulatory compliance. Its footprint methodology complies with ISO 14044, 14067, and 59020 and is independently validated, with support across the UK, EU, US, and Australia.

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CTI is a French metalworking company specializing in custom boilermaking (chaudronnerie) and mechanically welded assemblies for high-precision industries. Operating since 1987 with three workshops totaling 10,000 m², it works to standards including ISO 9001, EN 3834-2, EN 1090, and ASME Stamp U.

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GrowZorb manufactures and sells hydroponic growing media, micro-slabs, and home microgreen kits for commercial greenhouses and home growers. The company serves both commercial operations and residential customers interested in indoor food production.

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Grownstone manufactures sustainable construction materials by converting construction and agricultural waste, such as corn stover and bean pods, into building supplies. The company serves the construction industry with products designed to reduce carbon emissions and environmental impact while supporting local farmers.

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GRT Rubber is a US-based manufacturer of industrial rubber products, including conveyor belting, rubber wear lining, and sheet rubber. Its domestically produced materials serve industrial operations requiring durable rubber components.

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Grupo Phoenix, now part of TekniPlex Inc. as its Consumer Products division, makes materials science and packaging solutions for consumer brands across more than 20 vertical markets including dairy, coffee, beverages, cosmetics, and household products. It produces sustainable packaging substrates such as recycled molded fibers, PET, and recycled-content PP and PE for uses like egg cartons, produce trays, and foodservice containers.</parameter> <parameter name="products">[{"name": "GeoPack", "kind": "product", "description": "A packaging portfolio of substrates including recycled molded fibers, PET, and PCR-containing PP and PE used for products such as egg cartons, wine carriers, produce trays, and foodservice containers."}]

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SIBAN develops and manufactures conveyor belts, including its Beltsiflex system with vulcanized containment edges and cross cleats for steep-incline material transport. The company supplies belts in various rubber grades (abrasion-, heat-, grease-, flame-resistant, food-grade, antistatic) to industrial clients across Europe, Latin America, and North America.

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Marzotto Group is a textile manufacturer producing premium wool, cotton, linen, hemp, and silk fabrics for fashion and home furnishings, emphasizing craftsmanship, innovation, and sustainability across multiple owned brands including Guabello, Marlane, and others.

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Grybas develops ecological materials grown from mushroom mycelium and agricultural residues as compostable alternatives to plastic foam for packaging, interiors, and everyday objects. It works with companies seeking to replace plastic foam and with designers, combining biotechnology and ecological design, and is based in Costa Rica.

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Guerin develops satellite sub-systems using advanced materials and manufacturing techniques, aiming to enable lower-cost launches of large and complex satellites. The company operates in the space technology sector and focuses on strengthening India's space capabilities.

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Gulf Cryo is an industrial gas manufacturer producing and distributing oxygen, nitrogen, acetylene, carbon dioxide, hydrogen, and specialty gases for petroleum, medical, and food industries across the Middle East. The company operates one of the largest air separation production facilities and distribution networks in the region.

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H-Quest develops a process to produce zero-CO₂ hydrogen and carbon materials from domestic natural gas, aimed at securing supply chains for strategic carbon materials. It targets industrial partners and positions its output as low-cost with validated performance.

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H2nanO develops energy-efficient brine desalination and reuse technology for upstream energy operations, using modular distillation to treat and recycle high-salinity industrial water.

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H3 Manufacturing Group is an integrated contract manufacturer providing precision machining, laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, welding, assembly, and surface finishing services. It serves high-spec industries including aerospace and defense, medical devices, power generation and transmission, life sciences, and data centers, operating four facilities across Illinois and North Carolina, USA.

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Haelixa is a deep tech company, spun off from ETH Zürich, that uses DNA-based markers to verify the origin and authenticity of physical products. Its technology serves textile traceability and luxury product anti-counterfeiting needs.

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Halocell Energy develops next-generation perovskite photovoltaic (PV) modules that generate power under all light conditions, including low light where its modules provide power equivalent to button batteries. The technology targets IoT devices as a stepping stone toward large-scale full-sun solar products.

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AvantGuard develops Avantamine, an antimicrobial molecule that eliminates bacteria, viruses, and fungi on surfaces and skin without generating resistance, with an initial focus on topical treatment of the drug-resistant fungal pathogen Candida auris. The technology can be formulated as an antiseptic, disinfectant, surface coating, or plastics additive for use in healthcare settings.

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Hamilton Perkins Collection develops custom products and circular economy solutions through material reuse initiatives and corporate partnerships. The company works with leading organizations across retail, technology, sports, hospitality, media, and consumer products to create value from materials beyond their original purpose.

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Handgards manufactures and supplies disposable foodservice products including gloves, bags, protective apparel and flexible packaging for institutional food service operators. The company serves schools, hospitals, prisons, colleges and other institutional feeders across North America.

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HAPPE Spine develops spinal fusion technologies, including the INTEGRATE®-C Interbody Fusion System, designed to improve clinical outcomes in orthopedic surgery. The company serves surgeons and orthopedic practices in the spine surgery market.

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Hardolass is a materials technology company that develops functional nanomaterial coatings and thin films through collaborative research with multiple universities. The company originated as a painting contractor and evolved into a specialized liquid chemical manufacturer focused on advanced coating solutions.

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Harpe Bioherbicide Solutions develops natural, bio-based weed control products for agriculture and, through a partnership with SBM Life Science, the home and garden consumer market. The company works on next-generation bioherbicide solutions.

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