Meatable, a leader in cultivated meat technology, has joined forces with Pelagen, a company specializing in animal-free leather, to advance sustainable material production. The collaboration brings together Meatable’s opti-ox™ technology and Pelagen’s expertise in bioengineered leather, aiming to enhance the efficiency and scalability of cultivated skin tissue for commercial applications across industries such as fashion, automotive, and interiors.
The partnership focuses on optimizing the media composition and refining production processes, essential steps in making cultivated leather both cost-effective and high-quality. By improving speed and efficiency, the companies seek to accelerate commercialization and provide a viable alternative to traditional leather without the environmental impact of livestock farming.
For Meatable, this agreement marks a significant expansion beyond the food industry, demonstrating the adaptability of its cultivated cell technology. The company has already made strides in producing meat without the need for slaughter, and now its innovations are being applied to leather manufacturing, reinforcing its broader commitment to sustainability.
Jeff Tripician, CEO of Meatable, emphasized the shared vision behind the collaboration: “We are proud to partner with Pelagen, a company committed to making a significant environmental and ethical impact. Just as Meatable is transforming the way we produce and consume meat, Pelagen is reshaping leather manufacturing with a sustainable approach. We’re excited to support their vision and market potential through our technology.”
Sasha Madhavji, CEO of Pelagen, highlighted the impact of Meatable’s technology on their process, stating, “Meatable has demonstrated clear leadership in their field, with a unique ability to enable lightspeed bioprocessing. We are excited to leverage their technical expertise and accelerate our time to impact—something only possible at commercially relevant scales. We share the same goal of ensuring our favorite products remain available in a sustainable future without ever compromising on quality.”
By working together, Meatable and Pelagen are demonstrating how biotechnology can be harnessed to create sustainable solutions beyond food, paving the way for a future where ethical and environmentally friendly alternatives to animal products are both commercially viable and widely available.
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