How the EIC Accelerator helps ChainCraft
9 April 2025 – The transition to sustainable chemistry requires vision and investment in innovative companies. The EIC Accelerator plays a critical role in supporting innovative scale-ups like ChainCraft in bridging the gap between technology development and market implementation.
ChainCraft is at the forefront of the transition to circular chemistry. With its innovative fermentation technology, the company converts organic residues into valuable C4 and C6 fatty acids, providing a sustainable alternative to fossil- and palm oil-based resources.
Thanks to the support of the EIC Accelerator, one of Europe’s most prestigious and competitive funding programs, ChainCraft has made significant strides toward realizing its first full-scale production facility.
What is the EIC Accelerator?
The EIC Accelerator, part of the Horizon Europe program, is designed to support groundbreaking deep-tech innovations that have the potential to transform markets. The program provides both grants and equity investments to scale-ups and SMEs with disruptive technologies.
For ChainCraft, this support has been instrumental in transitioning from a demonstration facility to a fully operational production plant.
Key milestones achieved with EIC Support
With funding and strategic backing from the EIC Accelerator, ChainCraft has made significant progress over the past year:
- Securing feedstock and production site
- Successful demonstration-scale production
- Lifecycle analysis (LCA) confirms environmental benefits
- First REACH registration completed
The road ahead: Scaling up to industrial production
With these milestones achieved, ChainCraft is now preparing for industrial-scale production. The next step is the final investment decision for the new plant in Groningen, which will produce bio-based fatty acids on a commercial scale.
The support of the EIC Accelerator not only provides essential funding but also enhances credibility among investors and industry partners.
For more information on EIC, check their website: European Innovation Council – European Commission
