Steakholder Foods has announced the receipt of a $250,000 installment from the Singapore-Israel Industrial R&D Foundation (SIIRD).

This marks the third disbursement of a total grant of $1 million aimed at advancing the company's development of 3D-printed plant-based fish and eel products.

To date, Steakholder Foods has secured a total of $740,000 from the SIIRD grant, which has been instrumental in funding its innovative projects.

The initial payment was awarded in March 2024, following the successful production of hybrid fish using the company's proprietary Printer HD144 and Drop Location in Space (DLS) technologies. A second installment was received in November 2024, linked to the creation of plant-based 3D-printed fish and eel.

The latest payment is associated with significant advancements in developing the texture and flavor of 3D-printed eel. The company is currently focused on refining premix blends, model planning, and material development to enhance the final product.

These efforts reflect Steakholder Foods' commitment to innovation in food technology and the production of sustainable seafood alternatives.

The advancements made by Steakholder Foods are noteworthy for the cultivated food manufacturing industry, particularly as consumer demand for plant-based and sustainable seafood options continues to rise.

The integration of 3D printing technology in food production could revolutionise how alternative proteins are manufactured, offering manufacturers the ability to replicate the sensory attributes of traditional seafood.

Arik Kaufman, CEO of Steakholder Foods, expressed optimism about the ongoing collaboration with Umami Bioworks and the potential for further enhancements in 3D printing capabilities. “This third non-dilutive grant installment reflects our significant progress and commitment to advancing food technology,” Kaufman stated.

"We are excited to continue enhancing our 3D printing capabilities and premix formulations to create additional high-quality, sustainable seafood alternatives.”

Steakholder Foods, founded in 2019, specialises in developing 3D printing production machines and proprietary premix blends designed to meet consumer expectations for taste, texture, and appearance.

The company is also exploring the integration of cultivated cells, indicating a strategic direction towards more complex food technologies.

As the alternative protein landscape evolves, Steakholder Foods' ongoing research and development efforts could position it as a leader in the sector, particularly in the realm of seafood alternatives.

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