What AlgaEnergy does

AlgaEnergy is a Spanish biotechnology company that develops and commercializes microalgae-based biostimulants for agriculture. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Alcobendas (Madrid), the company operates an industrial microalgae cultivation plant in Arcos de la Frontera (Cadiz) co-located with Iberdrola's combined cycle power plant, enabling it to biofix industrial CO2 emissions into microalgae biomass via a circular-economy process. The proprietary technology stack centers on UPT® (Ultimate Performance Technology), a biological bioconversion process applied to microalgae biomass cultivated in proprietary photobioreactor systems, complemented by the Genergy™ transcriptomic research program that validates mode-of-action at the gene-expression level.

The company sells its products under the AgriAlgae® brand across three solution categories: soil health, nutrient use efficiency, and abiotic stress resistance. AlgaEnergy joined the De Sangosse group in 2023, an agricultural biosolutions platform with over 1,500 employees and 40+ operating companies spanning more than 80 markets, which now provides the primary distribution backbone. Commercialization in Spain began in 2017, followed by international expansion from 2019 across more than ten countries (USA, France, Greece, Italy, Turkey, India, Australia, Mexico, Brazil) with a dedicated Indian subsidiary, MicroAlgae Solutions India Pvt. Ltd. (MASI). The company claims over 5 million end-users (farmers) globally and has cumulatively invested over €80 million in R&I across 50+ years of underlying research, supported by 200+ scientific collaborators and over €30 million in European Commission and Spanish government grants (CENIT VIDA, CO2ALGAEFIX, ECLIPSE, INTERCOME).

Name

AlgaEnergy

Legal name

AE AGRIBIOLOGICALS, S.L.U.

Website

https://algaenergy.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

AlgaEnergy is a Spain-based biotech company that develops and sells microalgae-based agricultural biostimulants (AgriAlgae® brand) using proprietary UPT® bioconversion technology, serving farmers globally through De Sangosse distribution.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Agricultural Biostimulants

NAICS

Pesticide, Fertilizer, and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing (3253), Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing (32532), Fertilizer and Compost Manufacturing (32531), Aquaculture (1125)

SIC

Agricultural Chemicals (2870), Services-Commercial Physical & Biological Research (8731)

akta.pro primary industry

Biostimulants & Plant Health Biologicals (Microbial/Non-microbial) (AFABAEAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Soil Health Activators & Biostimulants (Humates, Amino Acids, Seaweed Extracts) (AFABAKAJ), Biofertilizers & Microbial Inoculants (IMAEAEAG), Seaweed & Algae Aquaculture (incl. microalgae) (AFAEAAAE)

Keywords

• Agricultural biostimulants
• Microalgae biotechnology
• Crop nutrition solutions
• Soil health products
• Plant biostimulation

Headquarters

HQ city

Alcobendas

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Agricultural Biosolutions: AlgaEnergy develops and commercializes microalgae-based biostimulant products for agriculture, selling through distributor networks and direct sales to farmers, distributors, and agricultural producers worldwide.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

AlgaEnergy produces microalgae-based agricultural biostimulants under the AgriAlgae® brand, manufactured at an industrial facility using proprietary UPT® photobioreactor technology. The products are formulated to improve crop yield, nutrient use efficiency, soil health, and resistance to abiotic stress (drought, salinity, extreme temperatures) for broad-acre and high-value crops. The portfolio is commercialized globally through the De Sangosse distribution network and local channel partners.

Product overview

AlgaEnergy offers a portfolio of microalgae-based biosolutions for agriculture, centered around the AgriAlgae® brand of biostimulant products. The product line includes standard AgriAlgae® and premium variants designed to improve crop yields through three core solution areas: Soil Health, Nutrient Use Efficiency, and Abiotic Stress Resistance. All products are developed using the proprietary UPT® (Ultimate Performance Technology) bioconversion platform, which transforms high-quality microalgae biomass into bioactive compounds. The Genergy™ Program supports product differentiation through scientific validation of mode of action using transcriptomic research, demonstrating gene upregulation effects within two hours of application. Products are targeted at farmers globally, with over 5 million satisfied customers reported.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AgriAlgae: ALGAENERGY's agricultural biostimulant product line based on microalgae. The AgriAlgae range includes both standard and premium formulations for crop nutrition and stress resistance.
• UPT (Ultimate Performance Technology)
• Genergy

Products and services

• AgriAlgae® Core microalgae-based agricultural biostimulant line marketed under the AgriAlgae® brand, formulated to improve crop yield, soil health, nutrient use efficiency, and resistance to abiotic stress across broad-acre and high-value crops. Sold through De Sangosse distribution and international channel partners to agribusiness buyers.
• AgriAlgae® Premium Premium-grade variant of the AgriAlgae® biostimulant range, positioned for higher-value crop programs where enhanced performance and agronomic support are required. Distributed to agricultural input buyers through the same De Sangosse and channel network.

Quantifiable outcome

• Gene upregulation with statistical significance in less than 2 hours - fastest efficacy on the market
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• De Sangosse GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023AlgaEnergy joined the De Sangosse group in 2023, becoming part of a global leader in biosolutions with nearly 100 years of experience, over 1,500 employees, and presence in over 80 markets with 40+ operational companies worldwide. This strategic alignment provides extensive distribution network and market access.
• IberdrolacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for CO2ALGAEFIX project involving construction of microalgae cultivation plant at Iberdrola's combined cycle power plant in Arcos de la Frontera (Cadiz). Iberdrola is a key consortium partner in the CENIT VIDA project led by AlgaEnergy.
• University of Seville / Institute of Plant Biochemistry and Photosynthesis (IBVF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing research partnership including GENETDIESEL program and Genergy research program. Prof. Miguel García Guerrero serves as Chief Science Officer. Research groups led by Prof. Francisco Javier Florencio Bellido and Prof. Miguel García Guerrero contribute expertise in gene expression and microalgae biotechnology.
• Bio-based Industries Consortium (BIC)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlgaEnergy is the first company exclusively dedicated to microalgae biotechnology to be part of this prestigious European consortium. BIC, in association with European Commission with €2B budget until 2020, aims to lay foundations for competitive, innovative and sustainable Europe.
• University of Santiago de CompostelacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on ALGAEPISCIS program for microalgae production for aquaculture. Products have obtained PREMIUM Certification demonstrating high quality with increased fish larvae survival rate and weight.
• University of AlmeriacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in multiple projects including CO2ALGAEFIX, CO2BIOCAP (mobile CO2 capture system development), and Fertimanure. Contributed to photobioreactor optimization and cultivation technology development.
• AgriBio, Centre for AgriBioscience at La Trobe University (Australia)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on Genergy research program using state-of-the-art transcriptomic techniques to decode mode of action of phytoplankton-based biostimulants.
• CIDETEC FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in ECLIPSE project (led by IK4 CIDETEC) for development of ecological tetrabrik containers from microalgal residue. Also partner in BYEFOULING consortium.
• IK4 CIDETECcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLead partner in ECLIPSE project for developing new materials from residues, specifically obtaining ecological tetrabrik containers from microalgal residue.
• Andalusian Energy AgencyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsortium partner in CO2ALGAEFIX project.
• Exeleria and Madrid NetworkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsortium partners in CO2ALGAEFIX project.
• Leitat Technological CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Fertimanure project for nutrient recovery from manure, developing processes for algae cultivation using recovered effluent.
• Delaviuda AlimentacióncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoordinator of ALIPROT consortium for research and development of protein ingredients and foods with technological and healthy functionalities.
• Stiftelsen SINTEFcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLead partner in BYEFOULING consortium (11 European countries) for development of environmentally friendly antifouling coatings using microalgae.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Acadian Seaplants: Acadian Seaplants is a global leader in marine-plant-based biostimulants derived from seaweed (Ascophyllum nodosum). It is directly comparable to AlgaEnergy as a fellow marine-organism-based crop biostimulant producer serving global agriculture distributors.
• Kelpak: Kelpak produces kelp-based biostimulant products derived from Ecklonia maxima, sold globally to fruit, vegetable, and row-crop growers. It competes with AgriAlgae® in the seaweed/macroalgae extract category with similar claims on yield and stress tolerance.
• Brandt Consolidated: Brandt manufactures and distributes crop nutrition products including patented micronutrient and seaweed-based biostimulants (e.g., Brandt Seaweed Cal). It is comparable to AlgaEnergy's agri-channel distribution model and product positioning in specialty plant nutrition.
• Hello Nature (formerly Italpollina): Hello Nature is an Italian-headquartered producer of organic fertilizers, biostimulants, and microbials distributed globally. It is a direct peer in the biostimulant category with comparable European origin and similar focus on soil health and abiotic stress claims.
• Tradecorp / Rovensa: Tradecorp (within Rovensa) is a Spanish-headquartered specialty plant nutrition and biostimulant company with strong Mediterranean distribution. It competes head-to-head with AgriAlgae® in Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese row-crop and horticulture markets.

Broad incumbents

• Valagro (now Syngenta Biologicals): Valagro, acquired by Syngenta, is a major specialty biostimulant and plant nutrition producer with global distribution. It is a broad incumbent offering biostimulant portfolios overlapping with AgriAlgae® across multiple crop segments and geographies.
• Biolchim: Biolchim is a European plant nutrition and biostimulant manufacturer (now under FMC) with a portfolio including seaweed-based products. It is comparable as an established incumbent competing in similar crop-biostimulant channels across Mediterranean and global markets.
• UPL Limited: UPL is a global agrochemical and biosolutions major with a growing biostimulant portfolio (e.g., via its Natural Plant Protection arm). It is a broad incumbent that increasingly competes in the agricultural biosolutions space where AlgaEnergy operates.

Emerging players

• Pivot Bio: Pivot Bio develops microbial nitrogen-fixing crop nutrition products that displace synthetic fertilizer - an adjacent biological-input category to biostimulants. It is comparable as a science-led, mode-of-action-validated biological input company targeting global row-crop customers.
• Sound Agriculture: Sound Agriculture uses microbial and molecular approaches to improve nutrient use efficiency and crop performance. It is an emerging player addressing overlapping claims of nutrient efficiency and soil health, comparable to AgriAlgae®'s NUE solution category.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/algaenergy

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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