AMSilk
EMEA
Neuried
,
Germany
Scaleup
FOUNDED
2008
HEADCOUNT
21-100
FUNDING
Series D+
Keywords:
precision_fermentation, AI/ML, protein_fibers, cosmetics
BUSINESS
Produces recombinant spider silk proteins via precision fermentation for use as advanced biomaterials. Founded 2008, spun out of TU Munich. Products include silk protein fibers, yarns, coatings, hydrogels, and powders for textiles, automotive interiors, home care, and biomedical applications. Partners with Evonik for industrial-scale manufacturing at their Slovakian site and with 21st.BIO for optimized production strains (achieving world's first extracellular expression of spider silk protein). Collaborations with Mercedes-Benz, Airbus, and Omega. Has raised ~€54M. Targets a €16B serviceable market across silk, cashmere, and merino replacement
BIOTECH INVOLVEMENT
Core; designs recombinant silk proteins at the molecular level and produces them via microbial precision fermentation. Strong patent portfolio on protein engineering and fiber spinning. Partners with 21st.BIO for strain optimization and Evonik as CDMO for commercial-scale fermentation. Products are vegan, biodegradable, and microplastic-free.
TECHNOLOGY PLATFORM
AI-powered protein design; precision fermentation; DNA editing; protein engineering
PRIMARY PRODUCTS
silk formulations including fibers and yarns, sprayable formulations, hydrogels and silk powder