{"id":175886,"date":"2026-04-22T07:23:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T05:23:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/?p=175886"},"modified":"2026-04-15T12:17:19","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T10:17:19","slug":"primient-launches-new-biosolutions-business-unit-to-accelerate-growth-in-the-bioeconomy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/primient-launches-new-biosolutions-business-unit-to-accelerate-growth-in-the-bioeconomy\/","title":{"rendered":"Primient Launches New Biosolutions Business Unit to Accelerate Growth in the Bioeconomy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"282\" src=\"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/04\/Bildschirmfoto-2026-04-15-um-11.19.48.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-175901\" srcset=\"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/04\/Bildschirmfoto-2026-04-15-um-11.19.48.png 500w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/04\/Bildschirmfoto-2026-04-15-um-11.19.48-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/04\/Bildschirmfoto-2026-04-15-um-11.19.48-150x85.png 150w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2026\/04\/Bildschirmfoto-2026-04-15-um-11.19.48-400x226.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 Primient<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Primient, a global leader in biomanufacturing and plant-based ingredients, announced today the creation of a new Biosolutions business unit to accelerate growth in differentiated, high-value bio-based solutions for customers and innovators.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In recent years, Primient has steadily expanded its role in the bioeconomy through strategic investments and partnerships that build on the company\u2019s long-standing corn wet-milling heritage. Recent milestones include the Sustainea co-location partnership in Lafayette, IN; the iPROOF venture taking shape alongside Primient\u2019s Decatur, IL facility; and the company\u2019s recent acquisition of its&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/primient.com\/news\/article\/2026\/01\/primient-to-acquire-full-ownership-of-primient-covation\">bio-PDO business<\/a>&nbsp;in Loudon, TN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cFor the last four years, we have been reinvesting heavily in our business. We\u2019ve been rebuilding our foundation while strengthening our operations and our customer service across our core platforms,\u201d said<strong> Jim Stutelberg, Chief Executive Officer of Primient.<\/strong> \u201cOur value proposition to customers has never been stronger. The creation of our new Biosolutions business will enable us to accelerate our progress in high-growth biomanufacturing markets. We will continue to build on our strengths and core foundation to achieve our ambitions in the bioeconomy.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>The Biosolutions business will focus on accelerating and scaling the commercialization of bio-based solutions, partnering with global biomanufacturing leaders as they move from proof-of-concept to full-scale production. The new structure provides dedicated resources and clear accountability to unlock value in markets that are rapidly evolving and increasingly important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Market-Ready Structure Built for What\u2019s Next<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As part of this evolution, Primient is moving from three product-focused businesses to four market-facing business units aligned to distinct customer needs and market drivers. This structure strengthens the organization\u2019s ability to scale, allocate resources to high-return opportunities, and deliver on its long-term strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Primient\u2019s business units will include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Biosolutions:<\/strong>\u00a0Focusing on differentiated biomanufactured offerings and new ventures, supporting innovators and partners as they scale from proof-of-concept to commercialization<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sweeteners:\u00a0<\/strong>Providing reliable, high-quality sweetening solutions and other related products, along with industry-leading customer service for food and beverage customers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Performance Starches:<\/strong>\u00a0Supporting performance-driven applications across a range of everyday industrial uses with value-added starches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Agrifunctionals:<\/strong>\u00a0Delivering essential ingredients across animal nutrition and fuels while advancing new and emerging markets aligned to Primient\u2019s agricultural foundation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:12px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Continued Commitment Across Primient\u2019s Portfolio<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Jim<\/strong> added, \u201cAlthough the new Biosolutions business unit will be the cornerstone of our growth engine moving forward, our commitment to excellence across the entire Primient portfolio remains unchanged.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:18px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About Primient<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Primient is a leader in the bioeconomy solutions industry, dedicated to providing innovative and sustainable solutions. Our commitment to excellence and our strategic vision drive us to continuously improve and expand our capabilities. The company produces corn-derived products that are used in a wide variety of applications, including carbonated beverages, confectionery products, packaging applications, and animal feed for some of the world\u2019s most recognizable food and beverage brands. Primient employs approximately 1,800 people across six manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and Brazil.&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.primient.com\/\">www.primient.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Primient, a global leader in biomanufacturing and plant-based ingredients, announced today the creation of a new Biosolutions business unit to accelerate growth in differentiated, high-value bio-based solutions for customers and innovators. 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