Bene Meat Technologies
Budget
€100 — €0
EP Access
0
accredited persons
Staff
2
1.25 FTE
EU Grants
None
Mission & Goals
Bene Meat Technologies is a biotechnology company providing a complete technological solution for cultivated meat production. From cell lines to scalable manufacturing processes, we help food and pet food manufacturers integrate cultivated meat into their production. Our foundation is scientific precision, strict safety, and ethical responsibility. Our technology eliminates antibiotics, hormones, and unpredictable variables—delivering a reliable path to expanding protein options for people, animals, and the planet. We don’t produce meat. We’re the technology partner helping shape its future.
EU Legislative Interests
Primary Legislative Targets: 1. Novel Food Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 - Framework for authorization of cultivated meat products for human consumption - Safety assessment procedures for cellular agriculture technologies 2. Feed Additives Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003 - Authorization pathway for cultivated cells as feed ingredients for companion animals - Current regulatory basis for BMT's existing EU registration 3. European Green Deal - Sustainable food systems transformation initiatives - Farm to Fork Strategy implementation measures 4. Circular Economy Action Plan - Resource efficiency in protein production - Waste reduction and circular production models Secondary Policy Areas: EU Research and Innovation Framework Programme (Horizon Europe) - Funding for sustainable food technology development - Support for cellular agriculture research initiatives 6. Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Strategic Plans - Integration of alternative protein technologies - Support for agricultural innovation and sustainability 7. EU Climate Law - Greenhouse gas reduction targets in food production - Climate adaptation and resilience measures Emerging Legislative Interests: 8. Sustainable Food Systems Framework Legislation - Comprehensive approach to food system sustainability - Integration of novel food technologies 9. European Health Union initiatives - Food safety and public health considerations - Novel food risk assessment harmonization
Communication Activities
1. Written Communications Policy Briefings: Technical documentation provided to DG SANTE regarding Novel Food regulatory pathway for cultivated proteins Information materials shared with EFSA Novel Foods Unit on cellular agriculture safety assessment Direct Correspondence: Technical inquiries submitted to EFSA experts on Novel Food authorization procedures Regulatory guidance requests to national authorities (AGES Austria) on EU harmonization Policy discussion arranged regarding research and innovation funding for sustainable food technologies 3. Technical Consultations Scientific collaboration discussions with academic and research institutions 4. Information Sharing Educational Outreach Provision of peer-reviewed Life Cycle Assessment data demonstrating environmental benefits Technical specifications shared regarding manufacturing processes and safety protocols Economic impact data provided showing job creation and innovation potential Transparency Initiatives: Proactive disclosure of technology capabilities and regulatory status Open sharing of sustainability metrics and environmental impact assessments Collaborative approach to regulatory framework development 5. Stakeholder Engagement Cross-Institutional Coordination: Engagement with multiple DGs (SANTE, Climate Action, Research and Innovation) Coordination between EU-level and national regulatory authorities Integration with academic and research community stakeholders Industry Representation: Participation in discussions on cellular agriculture regulatory standards Input on novel food assessment procedures and safety evaluation methods Contribution to policy discussions on sustainable food system transformation Communication Objectives: Regulatory Clarity: Seeking clear pathways for Novel Food authorization of cultivated meat products Policy Alignment: Demonstrating alignment with EU sustainability and innovation objectives Technical Cooperation: Providing scientific data to support evidence-based policy development Stakeholder Education: Sharing information about cellular agriculture technology and benefits
Interests Represented
Promotes their own interests or the collective interests of their members
Member Of
BTL our main investor
Organisation Members
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Commissioner Meetings
No recorded meetings with EU commissioners.