Sterbios Sp. z o.o.

What Sterbios Sp. z o.o. does

Sterbios Sp. z o.o. is a privately held Polish limited liability company founded in 2005 and headquartered in Warsaw, supplying microbiological quality control products and services to laboratories in Poland. The company serves six vertical end markets — food production (primary), pharmaceutical, cosmetic, water and wastewater, veterinary diagnostic, and dental practices — with a portfolio spanning consumables, instruments, and proficiency testing services. Core consumables include sterilization indicators, standard and chromogenic microbiological media, ATCC-derived reference strain cultures, certified reference materials, sampling swabs and accessories, and washing/disinfection agents. The company distributes and has developed proprietary analytical instruments including the Analizator Y15 (fully automatic spectrophotometer, 150 tests/hour) and Y350 (semi-automatic spectrophotometer), as well as third-party luminometers (Promilite M1/M4A, Lumitester Smart), Real-Time PCR pathogen detection systems, and the Pyros Kinetix Flex endotoxin reader. It also operates ISO/IEC 17043-accredited proficiency testing programs and offers laboratory design, training, and Customer Advisor-led implementation support.

The business model combines hardware sales (specialized instruments), consumables/reagent sales (recurring revenue from media, kits, indicators), and professional services (proficiency testing, lab design, training). GTM is sales-led within Poland, with direct field sales supported by a Customer Advisors team, on-site demonstrations at a show laboratory, and a company-owned e-commerce storefront. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and operates on a contact-based quotation model. Revenue is not disclosed; the company is family/founder-owned with no external funding rounds, M&A, or parent company structure referenced. Operating geographies are limited to Poland, though the proficiency testing programs are described as international in scope.

Name

Sterbios Sp. z o.o.

Legal name

Sterbios Sp. z o.o.

Website

https://sterbios.pl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sterbios Sp. z o.o. is a Warsaw-based Polish supplier of microbiological quality control products, instruments, and ISO/IEC 17043-accredited proficiency testing services for food, pharma, cosmetics, water, veterinary, and dental laboratories across Poland.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Microbiological Laboratory Supplies

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

SIC

Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826), Services-Testing Laboratories (8734), Laboratory Apparatus & Furniture (3821)

akta.pro primary industry

Food, Feed & Nutraceutical Analytical Testing (HLAGADAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Microbiological Reference Cultures, Strains & Controls (Food Micro) (AFALAKAF), Microbiology & Sterility Assurance (Bioburden/Endotoxin/Sterility) (HLAGADAE), Environmental Pathogen Monitoring Programs (Listeria, Salmonella, STEC) (AFALAEAA), Specialty Certification Services (Organic, Non-GMO, Halal, Kosher, Gluten-Free) (AFALAAAM), Labeling, Nutrition Facts & Allergen Verification Services (AFALAAAH), Food Safety Training & Competency Programs (HACCP, Preventive Controls) (AFALAAAN)

Keywords

• Microbiological quality control
• Laboratory consumables supply
• Sterilization process indicators
• Pathogen detection testing
• Proficiency testing programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Warsaw

HQ country

Poland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Laboratory Equipment and Consumables Sales: Sale of microbiological media, reagents, lab equipment, sterilization indicators, reference cultures, and accessories for microbiological testing
2. Specialized Testing Solutions: Sale of specialized instruments including spectrophotometers (Y15, Y350), luminometers, Real-Time PCR systems, endotoxin detection equipment, and air samplers
3. Proficiency Testing Services: International proficiency testing programs for microbiological laboratories - ISO/IEC 17043 accredited programs for food, water, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and veterinary diagnostic laboratories
4. Laboratory Design and Consultation: Laboratory design services, customer advisory support for laboratory development planning and problem-solving, and method implementation support

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Sterbios supplies microbiological quality control laboratories with a comprehensive portfolio of culture media, reagents, sterilization indicators, reference strains, rapid testing kits, and specialized laboratory instruments (luminometers, spectrophotometers, Real-Time PCR systems, and endotoxin detection readers). The company also operates ISO/IEC 17043-accredited international proficiency testing programs and provides laboratory design consulting, training, and customer advisory services to food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, water, veterinary, and dental laboratory customers in Poland.

Product overview

Sterbios Sp. z o.o. is a Polish laboratory equipment and consumables supplier for microbiological quality control, established in 2005 and based in Warsaw. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of products organized into service categories: food testing, pharmaceutical microbiology, cosmetics testing, water/wastewater testing, and veterinary microbiology. Core products include sterilization process indicators, standard microbiological media, certified reference materials, working cultures of reference strains, rapid cleaning validation tests, proficiency testing programs, and laboratory equipment. The company specializes in rapid testing methods including luminometric ATP-based testing, Real-Time PCR for pathogen/allergen/GMO detection, colorimetric/enzymatic testing via Y15 and Y350 automated spectrophotometers, endotoxin testing (LAL method), chromogenic media, and allergen detection tests. Notable products include the Y15 automatic spectrophotometric analyzer (launched 2021) for food ingredient analysis with 150 tests/hour throughput, Pyros Kinetix Flex endotoxin reader, and various luminometers (Promilite M1/M4A, Lumitester Smart). The portfolio spans from simple consumables to specialized automated instruments, all supported by customer advisory services for laboratory development planning and method implementation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sterilization Process Indicators (Wskaźniki skuteczności procesów sterylizacji) Biological and chemical indicators for validation and routine control of sterilization processes for liquid and solid loads, including tools and laboratory waste. Used by laboratories and dental practices requiring sterilization validation.
• Standard Microbiological Culture Media (Standardowe pożywki mikrobiologiczne) Standard microbiological culture media in powder bases, ready-to-use bottled media of various capacities, and prepared plates (55-60mm and 90mm) for food, water, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and medical device testing.
• Certified Reference Materials for Microbiology (Certyfikowane materiały odniesienia) Certified multi-parameter reference materials for quality control of microbiological testing in laboratories analyzing water, food, and cosmetics.
• Working Cultures of Reference Strains (Kultury robocze szczepów wzorcowych) Qualitative and quantitative reference strain preparations in passages 2-4 from ATCC collections. Microorganisms meet requirements of ISO standards (including PN-EN ISO 11133:2014-07) and Pharmacopoeia.
• Rapid Tests for Cleaning and Disinfection Process Control (Szybkie testy do kontroli procesów mycia i dezynfekcji) Rapid tests for cleaning and disinfection process control including luminometric method for cleaning efficacy assessment, colorimetric tests for protein detection on work surfaces, simplified surface testing kits using impression and swab methods, and accessories.
• Proficiency Testing Programs (Badania biegłości) International proficiency testing programs for microbiological laboratories testing food, water, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and veterinary diagnostic laboratories. Organizer holds ISO/IEC 17043 accreditation.
• Promilite M1 and Promilite M4A Luminometers Luminometers with dedicated reagent kits for food and cosmetics testing to reduce time to release production batches to market, based on ATP-based detection.
• Lumitester Smart Innovative luminometer for production line cleanliness control. Provides quick and effective evaluation of washing process quality in manufacturing facilities.
• Real-Time PCR Detection Systems (Metoda Real-Time PCR) Fast and sensitive Real-Time PCR method for detecting pathogens (Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella spp., Campylobacter sp., E. coli STEC), GMO, and allergens in food. Wide range of ready-to-use tests with full implementation support.
• Analizator Y15 - Automatic Spectrophotometric Analyzer Fully automatic spectrophotometer for food and beverage testing combining precise pipetting robot with spectrophotometer, controlled by proprietary software. Throughput: 150 tests/hour, multiple wavelengths (340, 405, 420, 520, 560, 600, 620, 635, 670 nm). Maximum 72 samples and 30 reagents simultaneously. Methods validated by R&D department.
• Analizator Y350 - Semi-Automatic Spectrophotometer Semi-automatic spectrophotometer dedicated for users testing occasional, single samples on single parameters. Light wavelengths: 280, 340, 405, 420, 505, 520, 560, 620, 635, 670, 750 nm. Monochromatic and bichromatic settings, Peltier temperature control 25-40°C.
• Chromogenic Media (Podłoża chromogenne) Highly selective, easy-to-read chromogenic media available in various formats. Alternative to standard ISO-described media requiring numerous confirmations, used for rapid pathogen detection.
• Enzymatic Tests for Food Component Analysis (Testy enzymatyczne) Enzymatic tests for convenient and reliable determination of sugars, fruit acids, elements, and other substances in food using colorimetric method.
• Allergen Detection Tests (Testy do wykrywania alergenów) Immunochromatographic strip tests, sensitive quantitative ELISA tests, and Real-Time PCR detection methods for allergens in food.
• Pyros Kinetix Flex Endotoxin Reader Tube reader for kinetic endotoxin detection methods in medical devices and pharmaceuticals. Fully compliant with EP/USP/JP pharmacopeial requirements with revolutionary analysis software. Accompanied by LAL test reagents and fully equipped laboratory supplies.
• LAL Test Reagents and Equipment for Endotoxin Detection Specialized reagents and equipment for bacterial endotoxin detection in sterile drugs and medical devices in contact with body cavities. Includes reagents for pharmacopeial methods (gel and kinetic), accessories, laboratory equipment, and full technical support.
• Microbiological Air Sampler (Mikrobiologiczny próbnik powietrza) Microbiological air sampler for testing large volumes of air in production halls, as well as air and compressed gases. Used for production environment monitoring in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food facilities.
• Temperature, Humidity and Pressure Sensors (Czujniki temperatury, wilgotności i ciśnienia) Sensors ranging from simple laboratory loggers to advanced solutions for demanding processes such as sterilization or drying. Options for manual reading or real-time results access.
• Microbiological Training Services (Szkolenia mikrobiologiczne) Microbiological training services for method implementation, establishing own laboratories, or expanding knowledge. Delivered in collaboration with partner laboratories as paid and free training and seminars.
• Laboratory Design Services (Projektowanie laboratoriów) Laboratory design services where specialists help plan functional layout for new microbiological testing facilities, including custom laboratory furniture solutions.

Quantifiable outcome

• Results in 48 hours for UHT and ESL milk, 72 hours for fruit juices
• +3 more outcomes

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Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature6 records

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• bioMérieux: Global leader in microbiological diagnostics and industrial QC. Overlaps directly with Sterbios in pathogen detection, endotoxin testing, and food/pharma microbiology reagents and instruments.
• NEOGEN Corporation: Food safety and animal safety specialist following 3M Food Safety integration. Competes directly with Sterbios in pathogen detection, allergen testing, and sanitation monitoring for food production.
• R-Biopharm AG: German diagnostics company focused on food and feed analysis. Direct competitor in allergen, GMO, and pathogen detection kits and Real-Time PCR workflows sold into European labs.
• Hardy Diagnostics: US-based manufacturer of culture media and microbiology supplies. Comparable portfolio of prepared media, reference cultures, and lab consumables serving food, pharma, and clinical labs.
• Bio-Rad Laboratories: Major supplier of microbiology media, reagents, and Real-Time PCR systems. Direct competitor in food safety, clinical microbiology, and life science research supplies where Sterbios operates.

Broad incumbents

• Thermo Fisher Scientific: Global life-sciences conglomerate offering analytical instruments, microbiology media, and lab consumables. Competes across all of Sterbios's verticals via its broad portfolio rather than niche focus.
• MilliporeSigma (Merck KGaA): Life science tools and lab supplies division of Merck KGaA. Overlaps with Sterbios in microbiology media, reference materials, water testing, and pharmaceutical QC consumables as part of a much broader catalog.

Regional players

• Biomaxima S.A. Polish-listed microbiology and clinical diagnostics manufacturer. Closest domestic peer in terms of geography and product overlap in microbiological media, diagnostics, and lab consumables for Polish customers.
• bioTRADING: Benelux-based distributor of microbiological diagnostics and lab supplies. Comparable as a regional channel partner offering culture media, reagents, and QC solutions, but operating in a different geographic territory than Sterbios.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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