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🌟 What an incredible event hosted last week by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) on #food and #enzymes!   AMFEP was privileged to be part of the conversation, with our Secretary General, Céline Benini (PhD) Benini, invited to represent us in this critical discussion. Special thanks to Yi Liu, her team, and all EFSA colleagues who organized such a successful event, as well as to Dr. Valeriu Curtui for supporting this collaboration. We're grateful for the open and positive discussions, which exemplify the kind of partnership our collaborative industry seeks with agencies and authorities.   With over 100 participants joining both in person and online, the turnout reaffirmed the high level of interest in enzymes and their role in advancing innovation and sustainability! 💪   AMFEP was proud to present our journey with food enzyme dossiers, underscoring our commitment to precision fermentation, safety, and sustainable progress.   #AMFEP #fermentation #safety #sustainability #biotechnology #enzymes #innovation

AMFEP and EuropaBio - the European Association for Bioindustries organized an invitation-only roundtable at EuropaBio offices in Brussels on 18 March 2025, bringing together key industry and policy stakeholders to discuss the future of the enzyme industry in Europe.   🔹 How are enzymes pivotal to a competitive and robust EU biotechnology sector? 🔹 How do they encourage innovation and sustainability in different industries? 🔹 What will be the direction of policy for the future mandate of the EU?   The discussion focused on how the enzyme industry can support the biotechnology ambitions of Europe as well as its competitiveness. We really do want to thank the industry leaders and experts for joining us.   #Biotechnology #Enzymes #Sustainability #Innovation #EUIndustry #Policy #AMFEP #EuropaBio Ana Rivas Valero Jakub Rusek Claire Skentelbery Lucie McMurtry Dr Anne-Gaelle Collot

AMFEP is actively having key discussions with policymakers, with enzymes being a strategy pillar for the future of biotechnology and biomanufacturing. 🔬🌍 On the 6th March, during the ITRE Committee hearing with the European Commission, we were pleased to see that enzymes were identified as a key driver in the opportunities and challenges for the industry. In this hearing, MEP Hildegard Bentele asked for: 📌 Simplification and market access, together with ensuring feedstock availability 📌 Support for innovation with assurances of safety and sustainability 📌 A clear leadership role in the European Commission for biotechnology and biomanufacturing This is particularly timely as the EU moves towards the Biotechnology Act and the updated Bioeconomy Strategy. As AMFEP, we will continue to advocate for a regulatory framework that supports enzyme innovation, with Europe as the global leader in sustainable biotechnology. #Biotechnology #Biomanufacturing #Enzymes #Innovation #EURegulation #Sustainability #AMFEP

🔬 Did you know? Enzymes are proteins that speed up biochemical reactions and are used extensively in food, detergents, and biofuels. Proper handling is essential for safety. Learn more about how to manage them in a safe way! 👉 Amfep_safe_handling_guide_2023.pdf

📢 Did you know? Safe enzyme handling is crucial to protecting workers and the environment. AMFEP’s Safe Handling Guide, released in 2023, provides best practices assuring safety and compliance. 👉 Download the guide here: https://lnkd.in/gRAW2X96 #EnzymeSafety #WorkplaceSafety #WorkplaceSafety

🤝 Connecting across the ocean 🌍🌊   During his visit to the U.S., Jakub Rusek, Secretary General of AMFEP, met with Ann Begley, Secretary and General Counsel of ENZYME TECHNICAL ASSOCIATION, to strengthen the partnership between our organisations. AMFEP and ETA share a joint commitment in fostering enzyme innovation, safety, and best practices across the industry. We are happy to work together to ensure a global approach to enzyme-related challenges and opportunities. These transatlantic exchanges reinforce our mission and create valuable synergies for the enzyme sector.   #Enzymes #Collaboration #GlobalPartnership #AMFEP #ETA

✨ AMFEP is proud to present its Member Spotlight Series!   Curious to know how enzymes are contributing to the future of baking?   SternEnzym, together with Mühlenchemie, has pioneered an enzyme-based alternative to potassium bromate-delivering better performance without compromising health. 🥖   To support bakers globally, especially in Africa, they developed an easy-to-use effervescent tablet, helping bakeries maintain top-quality results in an easy way.   🌍 Discover more about SternEnzym’s innovations and how AMFEP members are driving change in the enzyme world.   Find out more below 👇

Earlier this week, the AMFEP Secretariat – represented by Ana Rivas Valero and Maxime Castes, together with our members IFF – Ana Maria Bravo-Angel – and Novonesis – Rie Tsuchiya –, had a productive exchange at the European Commission on the Sustainable and Safe by Design framework 🧪🔬.   Enzymes are biological catalysts known for their sustainability and safe use, a fact already recognized in the EU Ecolabel. Did you know that EU Ecolabel detergents contain enzymes that make your laundry both cleaner and more climate-friendly 👚♻️✨?   This recognition was also visible at premises in Brussels of the Directorate-General Research and Innovation (DG RTD), where banners and EU Ecolabel products – including enzyme-powered detergents – were showcased in their entrance, reinforcing the Commission’s commitment to sustainable solutions 📸.   🔎 Want to learn more about the power of enzymes? Drop us a message, and we’ll walk you through their fascinating world 🌍!

🙌AMFEP welcomes the European Commission's 2025 Work Programme!📜    This year is going to keep us busy, particularly in relation to REACH and Bioeconomy strategy, among other key policy priorities.   While Biotech Act is not included in this year's programme, we stay committed to engaging with institutions and policymakers on the topics in the 2025 agenda.   Setting the groundwork now will be key to build a strong biotechnology and biomanufacturing landscape in Europe. 🏭 Stay tuned for more AMFEP updates and examples on how enzymes contribute to a better, more innovative and sustainable future

The European Commission has announced a new Biotech and Biomanufacturing Hub, aiming at boosting innovation and strengthening Europe’s role in sustainable biotech solutions. 🔬 At AMFEP, we positively welcome this initiative. Enzymes are at the core of sustainable and efficient industrial processes, from food and feed to detergents and biofuels. This creation of this hub will enhance collaboration between industry, including start ups and SMEs, researchers, and policymakers— pushing for a real impact. 🤝 Innovation is crucial to develop new applications and enhancing the role of biotechnology when facing global challenges. We look forward to seeing how this initiative will support enzyme innovation and sustainability efforts across Europe! 🙌 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/ejWJsHmU #Enzymes #Innovation #Sustainability #Biotech #AMFEP