From networking to new insights, a lot is happening at Bridge2Food Europe 2025. What is Novonesis especially looking forward to at the event?
The plant-based foods industry is dynamic and innovative. Bridge2Food brings together key decision makers and experts that are part of the innovation that shapes the future of plant-based foods. We look forward to connecting and being part of shaping the future of plant-based foods, contributing with our biosolutions to improve on things that the consumers look for.
As biosolutions continue to evolve, what role does Novonesis see itself playing in shaping the future of biotechnology?
Biosolutions unlock great taste, texture and functionality that is already inside the plant-based raw materials. We at Novonesis want to help bring plant-based foods further to the mainstream, utilising our deep understanding of the food and beverage applications and our leading expertise on how biosolutions bring out the best of plant-based foods.
What makes enzyme technology such an important tool for plant-based product development, and what will your session explore in this space?
Enzymes are the little helpers that have the ability to make targeted improvements on texture, taste, nutrition and efficiency or affordability. By functionalising available raw materials, they facilitate shorter ingredient lists. In our session, we will explore the area of texture and functionality, specifically how beverage stability and great foam can be achieved with biosolutions.
Novonesis is constantly advancing biosolutions. Is there a recent development or area of research that you’re particularly excited to share?
At Bridge2Food, we proudly introduce a groundbreaking innovation, a step-change for plant-based foods, enhancing the texture and stability of plant-based drinks. Our velvety texture, impressive foam, and robust beverage stability stem from a deep understanding of protein structure and innovative advancements. With biosolutions, the answers to great plant-based foods are already inside the plant-based ingredients.
What are some of the key ways Novonesis supports companies looking to integrate biosolutions into their products and processes?
When plant-based ingredients or plant-based foods manufacturers look for ready solutions and precise guidance to improve their products for example on texture, functionality, flavour profile or even process optimization, Novonesis is ready to support. The biosolutions can typically be easily added to existing production processes, creating great quality products and delivering better use of raw materials, while maintaining a short ingredients list.
Collaboration is key to scaling innovation. What kind of industry partnerships would Novonesis like to develop through Bridge2Food Europe 2025?
There are several types of challenges that are best solved by collaborating – immediate pressing needs, where food and ingredients manufacturers can collaborate with our technical experts in solving them. Or during new product development with fundamental improvements of the plant-based foods and ingredients, where Novonesis can be the partner of choice due to its industry leading expertise and capabilities and deep understanding of biosolutions.