Strategic Collaboration IBioIC is a European centre of excellence that connects industry with academic expertise and government, presenting a strong partner for companies seeking research collaborations, funded projects, or pilot-scale validation within Scotland and beyond.

Open Access Pilot FlexBIO provides semi-pilot scale facilities (up to 30 liters) and open-access capabilities at Heriot-Watt University, offering potential customers a low-risk path to scale fermentation and bioprocess workflows before larger investments.

Scale-up Readiness Recent additions such as Scotland’s only open-access 300 L fermenter enhance practical scale-up capacity, enabling faster de-risking of processes for biotechnology startups and mid-size firms targeting global markets.

Funding & Networks IBioIC supports hundreds of companies, collaborates with many universities, and operates within governmental and regional innovation ecosystems, creating a rich network for joint funding opportunities, consortia pitches, and market-entry support.

Green Biotech Driver With a focus on plant-based and waste-derived inputs that advance greener economy solutions, IBioIC aligns with sustainability-focused buyers and ESG-driven initiatives seeking compliant, scalable bioprocesses for energy, chemicals, and materials.