NEWS 84 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE February 2023 FrieslandCampina Ingredients, the global innovator in healthy and functional ingredients, announced it has entered a strategic partnership with specialist biotechnology company Triplebar Bio Inc. to develop and scale up the production of cell-based proteins using precision fermentation. The partnership reaffirms the commitment of both companies to develop innovative and futureproof protein solutions that improve human health. The world’s population is predicted to reach nearly 10 billion by 2050. This means more protein sources are needed to keep people healthy and active throughout all stages of life. With close to 100 years of experience in dairy protein processing, FrieslandCampina Ingredients uses its experience and expertise to develop much needed solutions to the world’s protein challenges with best-in-class nutritional value, taste and functionality. This latest partnership follows the company’s launch of its first plant protein range, Plantaris™, in partnership with AGT Foods in November 2021. California-based biotechnology company, Triplebar, specializes in bioengineering at speed to develop solutions for the nutrition and healthcare industries. The company takes an integrated approach, using hardware, software, biology and biochemistry to develop products and biological production systems that replicate and accelerate evolution found in nature. Read more>> FrieslandCampina and Triplebar Bio partner for cell-based proteins Protix, a leading company in the supply of insect-based proteins and lipids for (animal and plant) feed and (pet) food, has appointed Lynn De Proft as Chief Financial Officer with effect from January 2023. Lynn De Proft will further drive the company’s ambitious growth trajectory and plans for international expansion. Lynn De Proft brings almost 20 years of international experience in executive roles at listed and global companies to the Protix mix. Her career spans diverse markets, industries, and countries, where she has consistently demonstrated her commitment to driving sustainability whilst delivering strong financial results. Before joining Protix, Lynn De Proft was Chief Procurement Officer for Solvay as well as President of Solvay Energy Services. Prior to Solvay, Lynn De Proft spent 10 years in executive roles in strategy, operations, M&A, and procurement at Anheuser-Busch InBev (ABInBev), most recently as Vice President Global Procurement and Sustainability. Lynn De Proft holds a master’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering from Delft University of Technology, and an MBA from the Vlerick Business School. As CFO of Protix, Lynn De Proft will support the company’s planned international expansion and help to steer Protix to achieve profitable growth in the next stage of its journey. Read more>> Protix appoints Lynn De Proft as new CFO Lynn De Proft
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