— Recognized as one of 36 pioneering global startups, Galdieria, Co., Ltd. will highlight its advanced circular economy technology in Europe —

Galdieria, Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Tadashi Tanimoto) is pleased to announce its selection as the only Japanese company among 36 innovative companies invited to present at Tech Tour Bio-based Industries. The event will take place on November 14, 2024, in Wuppertal, Germany, where Galdieria will showcase its groundbreaking technology in support of a circular economy.

Tech Tour Bio-based Industries is a leading international event that features environmentally friendly products and processes leveraging biotechnology. The event brings together industry leaders and advocates for a sustainable future, attracting hundreds of investors, corporate leaders, researchers, and government officials, primarily from Europe, working in biotechnology, renewable energy, and environmental protection. Galdieria’s selection as one of the 36 companies recognized for their contributions to sustainable innovation highlights the global acknowledgment of its technology and promising future.

Country Representation of the Selected 36 Companies:

Japan: 1 (Galdieria, Co., Ltd.)
Germany: 8
Netherlands: 7
Belgium: 4
Finland: 4
Sweden: 4
Portugal: 2
Austria: 1
France: 1
Denmark: 1
Iceland: 1
United Kingdom: 2
Hungary: 1
Expanding Presence and Partnerships in Europe

Galdieria views its participation in this conference as a pivotal step in its global strategy, particularly in establishing a stronger presence in Europe—one of the world’s most environmentally conscious regions. This opportunity is expected to facilitate further funding and partnerships, enabling the company to expand its impact. Through this presentation, Galdieria will spotlight the transformative potential of its proprietary technology utilizing the microalgae Galdieria, sharing its vision with a worldwide audience.

About Galdieria, Co., Ltd.

Galdieria, Co., Ltd. provides cutting-edge solutions for sustainable precious metal recycling through advanced technology leveraging microalgae Galdieria, known for its unique property of selectively adsorbing precious metals like gold and palladium. This capability enables safe and efficient recovery of precious metals from urban mines in an environmentally friendly manner. The company’s technology is patented in Japan and extends to precious metal recycling applications across global urban mines, as well as artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) operations overseas. Galdieria is pioneering the development of a chemical-free precious metal adsorption process for these applications.

Additionally, Galdieria is dedicated to delivering sustainable solutions across multiple sectors, including food, cosmetics, and bioplastics.

Company Overview

CEO: Hajime Tanimoto
Headquarters: Nihonbashi-Hamacho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0007, Japan
Tsurumi Lab: Leading Venture Plaza, Building 2, Room 106, Ono-cho, Tsurumi-ku, Yokohama 230-0046, Japan
Capital: JPY 269,449,295
Established: October 1, 2015
Website: https://galdieria.com/en/
Contact: https://galdieria.com/en/contact-en/