MALVERN,
Pa., Feb. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ecovyst
Inc. (NYSE: ECVT), a leading integrated and innovative global
provider of advanced materials, specialty catalysts, sulfuric acid
and regeneration services ("Ecovyst"), and ChiralVision B.V., a
leading innovator of biocatalysis-based technologies
("ChiralVision") are pleased to announce the signing of a
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance collaboration in the
field of enzyme immobilization. This partnership is expected to
leverage the unique expertise of both companies to drive innovation
and efficiency in industrial biocatalysis.
Ecovyst, a leading material science and advanced silicas
innovator and manufacturer, brings its extensive experience in
developing high-quality, robust materials for advanced
applications. ChiralVision, renowned for its expertise in support
functionalization and enzyme immobilization, provides innovative
solutions that enhance biocatalytic performance in industrial
processes.
By combining their strengths, ChiralVision and Ecovyst aim to
develop cutting-edge technologies that improve the efficiency and
sustainability of enzyme-based processes. This collaboration
represents a significant step toward delivering high-performance
solutions for industries seeking to optimize biocatalysis for a
greener and more sustainable future.
"For almost two decades, ChiralVision has been successful in
deploying its expertise in enzymatic process development using
tailored immobilized biocatalysts. Biocatalysis, and in particular
enzyme immobilization, is the key to economical and sustainable
commercial production. Through the collaboration with Ecovyst, one
of the largest and most innovative advanced materials and specialty
catalysts manufacturers in the world, we can support larger and
more complex development projects and let our commercial scale
production of immobilized enzymes grow further. We are eager to
take this step and strengthen the current partnership," Said Dr.
Rob Schoevaart, Managing Director,
ChiralVision.
"We are thrilled to collaborate with ChiralVision on the
development of immobilized enzymes, which represent a
groundbreaking advancement in sustainable and efficient catalysis,"
said Paul Whittleston, President of Advanced Materials &
Catalysts at Ecovyst. "This partnership perfectly aligns with
Ecovyst's commitment to drive innovation through material science
expertise. Our deep knowledge of silica technology and ability to
tailor its properties for specific applications have played a
crucial role in optimizing the immobilization process, enabling
improved enzyme stability and performance. Together with
ChiralVision, we are shaping solutions that meet the growing demand
for greener, more cost-effective industrial processes."
This strategic collaboration underscores both companies'
commitment to advancing sustainable and efficient industrial
processes.
About ChiralVision (https://www.chiralvision.com/)
ChiralVision develops technology that helps to build a greener
and energy efficient future. The current shift in the industry to
become independent of fossil oil and to switch to a raw materials
matrix that is renewable and biobased will lead to products and a
society that are in balance with the environment and allow for
sustainable growth. This shift is actively supported by our
efforts, which puts ChiralVision in the heart of future
developments.
Dedicated to the application of biocatalysis, ChiralVision was
founded in 2006, privately funded with headquarters in the Netherlands. We develop biocatalysis-based
technologies and solutions and supply off-shelf (immobilized)
enzymes, enzyme carriers, chiral molecules and custom products. We
help to develop new and proprietary solutions for various
applications, or take your existing technology and develop a
scalable process. Protein and more specific enzyme immobilization
technology using various carrier materials and enzymatic process
development make their application feasible, which permits
innovations in chiral pharma, chiral intermediates, life sciences,
cosmetics, food, feed, biofuels, environment and more.
For more information:
info@chiralvision.com
About Ecovyst (www.ecovyst.com):
Ecovyst Inc. and subsidiaries is a leading integrated and
innovative global provider of advanced materials, specialty
catalysts, sulfuric acid and regeneration services. We support
customers globally through our strategically located network of
manufacturing facilities. We believe that our products, which are
predominantly inorganic, and services contribute to improving the
sustainability of the environment.
We have two uniquely positioned specialty businesses: Advanced
Materials & Catalysts, through its Advanced Silicas business,
provides finished silica catalysts, catalyst supports and
functionalized silicas necessary to produce high performing
plastics and to enable sustainable chemistry, and through its
Zeolyst joint venture, innovates and supplies specialty zeolites
used in catalysts that support the production of sustainable fuels,
remove nitrogen oxides from diesel engine emissions and that are
broadly applied in refining and petrochemical process.
Ecoservices provides sulfuric acid recycling to the North American
refining industry for the production of alkylate and provides high
quality and high strength virgin sulfuric acid for industrial and
mining applications. Ecoservices also provides chemical waste
handling and treatment services, as well as ex-situ catalyst
activation services for the refining and petrochemical
industry.
For more information, see our website
at https://www.ecovyst.com.
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guarantees or assurances of future performance. These
forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this
release. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking
statement, whether as a result of new information, future
developments or otherwise, except as may be required by applicable
law.
For more information:
Gene
Shiels – Director of Investor Relations
(484) 617 1225
gene.shiels@ecovyst.com
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