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Alkelux completes a €970,000 seed round to fund a pilot plant in Sassari aimed at increasing production of their sustainable food packaging solution.

PRIVATEAug 05, 2026

Amount Raised

€970,000

Round Type

Seed

SardiniaManufacturingBiotechnologyFood and Beverage

Description

Alkelux has raised €970,000 in a seed round to support the construction of a pilot plant in Sassari. This funding will allow the company to ramp up production from 10 kg at laboratory scale to 4.5 tonnes per year by the end of 2026. The startup aims to combat food waste by turning liquorice waste into a packaging additive. Alkelux is also exploring future funding opportunities for global-scale production.

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Company Information

Company

Alkelux

Location

Sardinia, Italy

About

Alkelux is a deep tech start-up established in Sardinia in 2024, focused on sustainable chemistry and the circular economy. They transform liquorice root fibres, an industrial by-product, into an additive for active food packaging that significantly extends the shelf life of perishable goods. The technology uses carbon-based nanoparticles with antimicrobial properties, integrated into packaging during production. Alkelux aims to promote waste reduction and create job opportunities in local regions.

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