Tallinn, Estonia

ÄIO Tech OÜ

Spin-out from Tallinn University of Technology. Precision fermentation producing microbial oils, lipid-rich yeast biomass and palm/coconut/animal-fat alternatives rich in omega-3 PUFAs. Pilot scale; €1M+ raised.

ÄIO, founded in 2022, manufactures sustainable fats and oils using microbial fermentation to replace conventional palm oil, coconut oil, and animal-derived fats. The company has scaled production to 10,000-liter and 1-tonne operations, with over 120 partners across food, cosmetics, and household sectors currently testing its oils. Product offerings include Encapsulated Oil (a nutrient-rich powder containing oils, proteins, peptides, glucans, β-carotenoids, vitamins, polyphenols and antioxidants), Red Oil (high in carotenoids, polyphenols and sterols), and ZymaLipid Complex (a high-purity fatty acid lipid complex of over 99% purity with oleic, linoleic and palmitic acid content). The company's fermentation process enables consistent quality and purity independent of climate, tropical land use, or seasonal variability. The team comprises scientists and researchers with over 200 years of combined experience in biotech, with 58% holding Master's degrees and 35% holding PhDs. Recent funding includes a €1.94 million investment secured in August 2026 with TFTAK to advance microbial oil production capabilities. ÄIO's products have entered commercial use, including a dermatologically tested moisturizing cream developed with Tilk for sensitive skin care.

Capabilities

Fermentation
Precision
Oils & fats
Specialty fats
Alt-protein
Mycoprotein

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