With the goal of making the world a better and healthier place, combined with a strong scientific background, Avecom is a true leader in its field. Their team specialises in biodegradation, biosynthesis, and engineering microbial consortia for sustainable and cost-efficient solutions in environmental remediation and biomass fermentation. They collaborate with industrial partners for research and development (R&D) and scaling of innovative microbial processes that result in new biobased products and applications
Avecom is a Belgian-based expert in Microbial Resource Management and excels not only in wastewater treatment, digestion processes, and soil remediation but also in the specialised field of microbial fermentation. Their qualified team of environmental and industrial engineers, technicians, and lab technicians work to steer and optimise microbial processes according to the needs of our customers.
As a trusted partner with extensive experience, Avecom has successfully introduced numerous groundbreaking and sustainable products and processes to the market. Within their diverse portfolio, they proudly present a range of patented products that encompass not only environmental remediation but also the field of biomass fermentation. These innovative solutions have proven their effectiveness in enhancing the performance of wastewater treatment plants, digesters, in-situ CVOC degradation in soils, and other related applications. By leveraging their expertise in microbial fermentation, they are able to provide unique and tailored solutions that contribute to both circularity and industrial efficiency.
Avecom’s role in the Agriloop project includes the pilot scale production of microbial proteins (single cells) from agricultural waste.
Key people
Kim Windey
Kim Windey (1978) is a Master of Science in Bioscience Engineering Environmental Technology (KULeuven) with 16 years of experience in Avecom in different roles. She has worked 7 years as a project engineer and has experience of working in research projects. In the role of product manager (6 years) she was responsible for the sales and direct contact with clients (both distributors and end clients). This will help to develop and to commercialise new Rustica products/technologies. At this moment, she is operations director and will closely follow up the Avecom research.
E-mail address: kim.windey@avecom.be