Who are we
Bridging novel strains
to medical nutrition
The Brig Bio team takes decades of proven dairy expertise
and re-invents it through precision fermentation
to secure high-quality proteins for medical food
and re-invents it through precision fermentation
to secure high-quality proteins for medical food
Brig Bio was born from a bold decision inside
FrieslandCampina, one of the world’s leading dairy companies. For decades the
team had worked on high-quality dairy proteins.
We took the next step and spun out to bring this expertise into a new era. Using precision fermentation, we now produce new milk proteins for medical nutrition, but in a different and more sustainable way: not from cows, but from microorganisms.
We took the next step and spun out to bring this expertise into a new era. Using precision fermentation, we now produce new milk proteins for medical nutrition, but in a different and more sustainable way: not from cows, but from microorganisms.
Spin-out from FrieslandCampina
Rooted in dairy heritage
We are a small, highly dedicated team with extensive experience. What unites us is the conviction that we can deliver better proteins for patients while respecting nature.
Dr. Florian Hamann
Head of Processing
"I believe that high-quality nutrition should not come
at an unsustainable cost. My goal is to use structural biology to create
cleaner, more efficient processes that maximize both product quality and create
impact."
Benjamin Maclean
COO & Co-Founder
"My passion is translating complex protein innovations
into real-world impact, by building a high-performing team and a scalable
production system, so essential proteins reach the people who depend on
them."
Steven Welle
CEO & Co-Founder
Over 15 years experience in high end nutrition markets from supply to commercial. Driven by collaborations to create impact
Inspired by the story of the Sligachan Bridge
At BRIG BIO, we find inspiration in the story of the
Sligachan Bridge on the Isle of Skye. In that story, conflict is not resolved
through victory, but through shared understanding and respect symbolized by two
opposing sides breaking bread together. That idea closely reflects how we
see the future of protein. We do not position precision fermentation as
adversarial to traditional dairy, but as complementary to it. We believe
progress comes from working across an increasingly complex ecosystem: alongside
existing industry players, medical nutrition leaders and specialized
partners. For BRIG BIO, the bridge is more than a visual motif. It
represents a practical belief that the future of protein will not be
winner-takes-all, but built through integrated systems working together to
secure supply.
THE MAGICAL WATERS BY THE SLIGACHAN BRIDGE (Source: Graeme Johncock) Sligachan on the Isle of Skye is a magical place. It’s not just the iconic Sligachan Bridge with its spectacular views of the Cuillin Hills, the real magic is in the water that flows beneath. The River Sligachan has been enchanted by the fairies. The story surrounds Scotland’s greatest ever warrior who lived here on Skye. Not William Wallace or Robert the Bruce but a legendary female fighter by the name of Scáthach . She was an expert in all forms of warfare and the greatest warriors came to train with her at The Fort of Shadows now known as Dunscaith Castle. Her fame spread across the water to Ireland where Cú Chulainn wasn’t happy that somebody could be considered a match for him in combat. The Irish demi-god sailed to Dunscaith and challenged Scáthach to prove once and for all who was strongest. They battled fiercely for days and the fight was balanced on a knife edge. Scáthach was much more skilled but Cú Chulainn was incredibly fast and strong. This duel wasn’t going to stop until one of them was dead. Scáthach’s daughter Uathach began to worry that her mother would eventually be killed. Her opponent was a demigod after all and she could see Scáthach was beginning to look tired. She came to the Sligachan River where the bridge now stands and pled with the fairies to help her mother. Uathach wept into the water as the crashing sound of battle raged over the island. Eventually the fairies were moved by the daughter’s love and sorrow. The fairy queen appeared to Uathach, told her to wash her face in the river and she would be blessed with the knowledge she needed to save her mother’s life. Uathach did as she was instructed, dipping her face into the cool water and immediately knew what to do. She rushed to Dunscaith Castle, gathering what she needed to prepare a feast along the way. Using the richest ingredients and the best spices, Uathach created the greatest banquet the island had ever seen. Before long the smell spread to the still fighting warriors.
Their stomachs began to rumble and they both realised how hungry they were. Agreeing a temporary truce, they entered the great hall to sit down and eat. Suddenly they both realised they had broken bread together. Cú Chulainn was now a guest in Scáthach’s home and he couldn’t fight her anymore out of respect and tradition. They would have to accept the battle was a draw. Uathach left a bit of magic behind in the water at Sligachan but it isn’t wisdom that you can gain here. You must get on your hands and knees by the bridge and submerge your face completely in the water for seven seconds. When you stand, don’t wipe any of the water off your face but leave it to dry naturally and the fairies will bless you with eternal health.
THE MAGICAL WATERS BY THE SLIGACHAN BRIDGE (Source: Graeme Johncock) Sligachan on the Isle of Skye is a magical place. It’s not just the iconic Sligachan Bridge with its spectacular views of the Cuillin Hills, the real magic is in the water that flows beneath. The River Sligachan has been enchanted by the fairies. The story surrounds Scotland’s greatest ever warrior who lived here on Skye. Not William Wallace or Robert the Bruce but a legendary female fighter by the name of Scáthach . She was an expert in all forms of warfare and the greatest warriors came to train with her at The Fort of Shadows now known as Dunscaith Castle. Her fame spread across the water to Ireland where Cú Chulainn wasn’t happy that somebody could be considered a match for him in combat. The Irish demi-god sailed to Dunscaith and challenged Scáthach to prove once and for all who was strongest. They battled fiercely for days and the fight was balanced on a knife edge. Scáthach was much more skilled but Cú Chulainn was incredibly fast and strong. This duel wasn’t going to stop until one of them was dead. Scáthach’s daughter Uathach began to worry that her mother would eventually be killed. Her opponent was a demigod after all and she could see Scáthach was beginning to look tired. She came to the Sligachan River where the bridge now stands and pled with the fairies to help her mother. Uathach wept into the water as the crashing sound of battle raged over the island. Eventually the fairies were moved by the daughter’s love and sorrow. The fairy queen appeared to Uathach, told her to wash her face in the river and she would be blessed with the knowledge she needed to save her mother’s life. Uathach did as she was instructed, dipping her face into the cool water and immediately knew what to do. She rushed to Dunscaith Castle, gathering what she needed to prepare a feast along the way. Using the richest ingredients and the best spices, Uathach created the greatest banquet the island had ever seen. Before long the smell spread to the still fighting warriors.
Their stomachs began to rumble and they both realised how hungry they were. Agreeing a temporary truce, they entered the great hall to sit down and eat. Suddenly they both realised they had broken bread together. Cú Chulainn was now a guest in Scáthach’s home and he couldn’t fight her anymore out of respect and tradition. They would have to accept the battle was a draw. Uathach left a bit of magic behind in the water at Sligachan but it isn’t wisdom that you can gain here. You must get on your hands and knees by the bridge and submerge your face completely in the water for seven seconds. When you stand, don’t wipe any of the water off your face but leave it to dry naturally and the fairies will bless you with eternal health.