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NEXT GENERATION FUELS
Fermbox Bio introduces enzymatic solution making

biofuels

Fermbox Bio, a synthetic biology stock residues such as bagasse, cotton ciencies in capital invested and opera-
research and manufacturing company, stalks, corn stover, and other cellu- tional costs.
headquartered in India with presence in lose-rich materials.
USA and Thailand, has announced the “En3zyme has transformative poten-
launch of En3zyme, a cutting-edge “Our vision with En3zyme was to tial in renewable biofuels and sustain-
enzyme cocktail designed to enhance tackle the twin challenge of energy able synthetic biology products. This
both the efficiency and cost-effective- sustainability and climate change head- collaboration marks a significant step
ness of transforming pre-treated agri- on,” said Mr. Subramani Ramachan- in creating impactful, sustainable energy
based residues into fermentable, cellu- drappa, Founder, Fermbox Bio. “Our solutions,” said Mr. Mark Emalfarb,
losic sugars. biomanufacturing model is designed to CEO, Dyadic International.
offer tailored solutions for each plant,
These sugars pave the way to pro- whether onsite or offsite, for the produc- Beyond ethanol
duce second-generation (2G) ethanol tion and supply of our enzymes to our While primarily aimed at the
and serve as an alternative carbon customers,” he added. “This flexibility ethanol industry, En3zyme’s applications
source in precision fermentation to caters to both large and small-scale ope- extend beyond 2G ethanol production.
produce bio-ingredients and biomate- rations, streamlining processes, reduc- It provides a cost-efficient, alternative
rials, such as colours, dyes, flavours, ing inventory, and boosting efficiency. carbon feedstock for developing novel
fragrances, lipids, and novel food pro- It adapts to fluctuating demands and proteins and biomaterials via precision
teins, fostering a circular economy. maximises resource utilisation.” fermentation, reducing reliance on con-
ventional sugar sources that compete
This innovation directly addresses Co-developed with Dyadic Inter with food production. “En3zyme’s
the food vs. fuel challenge associa- national Inc., USA, and co-manufactured ability to transform non-food, agri-
ted with first-generation (1G) ethanol with BBGI Public Limited Company, based residues into high-value cellulosic
by hydrolysing agricultural residues Thailand, En3zyme production will be sugars marks a pivotal step towards
into a viable alternative carbon source. co-located at an existing 1G ethanol a circular bioeconomy,” noted Dr. Ling
According to the company, En3zyme plant. This approach leverages global Hua, former SVP of Clariant Biotech-
is designed to hydrolyse diverse feed- synergies, resulting in significant effi- nology.
Epsilon Carbon awarded certification for commitment

to social accountability

Epsilon Carbon Pvt. Ltd., a leading and improving the lives of over 1,800 to receive the SA8000 certification.
player in the carbon industry, has been workers and their families at Epsilon’s We recognise the importance of the
conferred with the ‘SA8000’ certifi- township located in Vijayanagar well-being of our people at the work-
cation from Social Accountability Inter- (Karnataka). With manufacturing opera- place. The certification is a result of
national (SAI), for adherence to the tions in Karnataka, Chhattisgarh, and our consistent commitment to social
highest standards of social accountabi- Odisha, Epsilon is one of the largest accountability and the well-being of
lity and worker welfare. exporters of specialty carbon & carbon our employees across the organisation.
black globally. The SA8000 certification is our com-
Epsilon Carbon said it is the first mitment to fair labour practices, respect
Indian carbon black manufacturer to be Commenting on the development, for workers’ rights, and proactive com-
awarded this certification. The certifi- Mr. Vikram Handa, Managing Director munity engagement thereby reflecting
cation recognises the company’s efforts of Epsilon Group, said, “As a leader our continuous strive to make a positive
in ensuring ethical business practices in the chemical industry, we are proud impact.”

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