Spiber

Spiber Inc., founded in 2007 and headquartered in Tsuruoka, Japan, specializes in designing and manufacturing innovative protein materials, notably its Brewed Protein™ products derived from spider silk fibroin proteins. Utilizing advanced synthetic biology, polymer science, and microbial fermentation, the company creates sustainable materials from agricultural feedstocks, contributing to initiatives aimed at reducing animal and plastic use in various sectors, including apparel and automotive industries. Spiber is preparing to launch its first mass production facility in Rayong Province, Thailand, with operations expected to begin in 2021. Additionally, a second facility in partnership with ADM is under construction in Iowa, USA, with production anticipated to start in 2023, further enhancing the company's capacity to meet growing demand for its environmentally friendly materials.