SFI Partners
SFI IB is made up of two research organisations, two universities,
15 industry partners and one industry cluster.

About each partner
SINTEF
SINTEF is one of Europe’s largest independent research organisations. We deliver innovation by developing knowledge and technologies that are brought into practical use.
AlgiPharma AS
AlgiPharma AS is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focusing on respiratory diseases and other conditions caused by microbial infections and biofilms.
ArcticZymes
ArcticZymes Technologies uses access to the marine Arctic to identify new cold-adapted enzymes for use in molecular research, in vitro diagnostics and therapeutics.
Biocatalysts Ltd
Biocatalysts Ltd is a biotechnology company based in Cardiff, Wales, developing and manufacturing speciality enzymes at commercial scales for a variety of industries, such as food, flavour & fragrance, life…
Borregaard
Borregaard is operating one of the world’s most advanced biorefineries. Using natural, renewable raw materials, certified wood, the company produces advanced and environmentally friendly biochemicals…
IFF
IFF is processing seaweed to extract polymers in the company’s plant in Haugesund and manufacturing ultrapure bio¬polymers for biomedical applications in its site in Sandvika.
NMBU
The Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) is a hub of expertise within life sciences, environmental sciences and in the arena of sustainable development.
NORCE
NORCE is one of Norway’s largest independent research institutes, with a wide thematic range, and is thus well equipped to deliver new knowledge and innovative solutions to address complex challenges.
Norilia AS
Norilia AS (Norilia) is a subsidiary of Nortura SA. Norilia refines and sells rest raw materials from the Norwegian meat and egg industry, thereby contributing to more sustainable and profitable agriculture.
NTNU
NTNU is a university with an international focus, with headquarters in Trondheim and campuses in Ålesund and Gjøvik. NTNU has a main profile in science and technology, a variety of programmes of professional…
Nutrimar AS
Nutrimar AS (Nutrimar) is a Norwegian biomarine company that is directly coupled to InnovaMar, one of the largest and most efficient salmon processing plant in the world..
PHARMAQ AS
PHARMAQ AS, part of Zoetis, is a world leading company within fish vaccines and innovations for the aquaculture industry.
RENEVO AS
RENOVO AS delivers natural gas to industry, public buildings and transport.
SecondCircle
SecondCircle offers green biotech solutions for CO2 recycling.
Skretting
Skretting AS is a world leader in the manufacture and supply of aquaculture feeds to fish and shrimps.
The Eyde Cluster
The Eyde Cluster is the Norwegian Centre of Expertise (NCE) for Sustainable Process Industry, working for the transition towards a sustainable future.
Tine
The TINE Group is one of Norway’s largest food companies and is a full-scale supplier of dairy products.
Vectron Biosolutions
Vectron Biosolutions offers proprietary technology for controlled expression of recombinant proteins in E. coli.
Vesterålen Havbruk
Vesterålen Havbruk is a pioneer in live storage of cod.
Xellia Pharmaceuticals
Xellia Pharmaceuticals is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on providing important anti-infective treatments against serious and often life-threatening infections.