CuanTec

Biotechnology ResearchScotland, United Kingdom11-50 Employees

CuanTec is a biotechnology research company based in Dunbeg, Scotland, focused on circular economy solutions that convert natural waste streams into new materials. Its work centers on extracting high-quality chitin from fisheries waste to develop non-plastic alternatives for consumer-demand products, starting with packaging derived from food waste to help reduce ocean plastic pollution and extend the shelf life of delicate foods such as fresh fish. The company positions itself within the blue biotechnology sector, aiming to provide sustainable packaging options that align with zero-waste and marine-plastic-reduction goals. Established in the Scottish biotechnology landscape, CuanTec has pursued collaborations and recognized achievements in its field, including recent activity involving a partnership with Pulpex Limited. The organization emphasizes using biology-driven processes to transform waste into valuable materials, reflecting its focus on innovative, environmentally conscious solutions within the packaging and materials space.

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