Chr. Hansen AS

Chr. Hansen is a global, differentiated bioscience company that develops natural ingredient solutions for the food, nutritional, pharmaceutical and agricultural industries. At Chr. Hansen we are uniquely positioned to drive positive change through microbial solutions. We have worked for almost 150 years to enable sustainable agriculture, better food, and healthier living for more people around the world. Our microbial and fermentation technology platforms, including our broad and relevant collection of around 50,000 microbial strains, have game-changing potential. Matching customer needs and global trends we continue to unlock the power of good bacteria to respond to global challenges such as food waste, global health and the overuse of antibiotics and pesticides. As one of the world’s most sustainable companies, we touch the lives of more than 1 billion people every day. Driven by our legacy of innovation and curiosity to pioneer science, our purpose – To grow a better world. Naturally. – is at the heart of everything we do.

Role in the project: Chr. Hansen is the leader of the WP3 focusing on developing, prototyping and demonstrating efficacy of microbiome-based solution to improve the shelf life (quality and safety) of fresh chicken, cold smoked salmon and plant-based meat analogues. On the top of the technologist and microbiologist involved in WP3, our experts in sustainability and regulatory will actively participate to WP5 and WP6.