COMPANY PROFILE

AFYREN

A company specialized in microbiology and bioprocess engineering for the valorization of non-food biomass in bioenergy and green chemistry

Clermont-Ferrand, FranceFounded 2012Food

Valuation $106M Market cap · 2022

Revenue $2.5M Latest reported FY

Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding

About AFYREN

AFYREN operates in the bioeconomy sector, focusing on producing biomolecules that serve as sustainable alternatives to petrochemical products. The company targets industrial clients seeking to reduce their ecological footprint by integrating biobased solutions into their production processes. AFYREN's business model revolves around leveraging its proprietary technology to manufacture a range of organic acids, which are used as ingredients in various applications. Revenue is generated through the sale of these biobased products, which are positioned as environmentally friendly and compliant with international standards for natural raw materials. The company operates its first manufacturing plant, AFYREN NEOXY, in collaboration with the SPI Fund, highlighting its commitment to industrial partnerships. AFYREN's market strategy is aligned with the global shift towards a circular and regenerative economy, aiming to contribute to better health for people and ecosystems. The company's approach is characterized by adaptability to the evolving needs of its clients and society, ensuring its relevance in a rapidly changing world. Keywords: biomolecules, bioeconomy, organic acids, sustainability, low-carbon, biobased, petrochemical alternatives, ecological footprint, circular economy, regenerative.

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At a glance

Status: Operational
Founded: 2012
Headquarters: Clermont-Ferrand, France
Listing: IPO 2021
Employees: 146
Open positions: 13
Dealroom signal: 87.2/100
Sub-industry: AgriTech
Sector: Food, Biotechnology, Biomass, Spinout, Sustainable Development Goals, Climate Tech, B Corp, Energy and Greentech, Observatoire Deeptech, Clean Industry, Greentech
Technology: Deep Tech
Business model: Manufacturing
Client focus: b2c
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Funding history

9 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal type	Date	Amount	Valuation	Investors	Source
GRANT✓Other financing	Apr 2026	$3.3M	—	European Commission	↗
POST IPO EQUITY✓Other financing	Feb 2026	$7.7M	—	Odyssée Venture	↗

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Financials

Revenue, earnings and profit over time

Revenue, earnings and other financial measures where available. Years marked “E” are estimates.

Year	Revenue	Growth	EBITDA	Margin	Profit	Margin	R&D
2026	$2.5M	0%	−$5.3M	-211.5%	−$10M	-404.8%	$0
2025	$2.5M	-20.6%	−$5.3M	-211.5%	−$10M	-404.8%	$0
2024	$3.1M	-34.4%	−$5.3M	-168%	−$10M	-321.5%	$0
2023	$4.8M	+26.3%	−$5.3M	-110.2%			$0
2022	$3.8M	+13.8%	−$5.3M	-139.1%
2021	$3.3M	-23.9%	−$1.9M	-55.7%
2020	$4.4M	—	$780K	17.8%

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Growth signals

AFYREN website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for AFYREN is 5K monthly website visits, up 163.2% over the last three months. AFYREN's team grew 11.5% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits5K 3-month web change+163.2% 1-year team growth+11.5%

Monthly website visitsFeb 2018–Jul 2026

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Open positions

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Planificateur H/FSaint-Avold, Grand Est, France · Design · Sep 7, 2026 Technicien de laboratoire H/F - CDDSaint-Avold, Grand Est, France · Human Resources · Aug 26, 2026 Responsable Maintenance H/FSaint-Avold, Grand Est, France · Other · Aug 25, 2026 Ingénieur R&DClermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France · Project Management · Aug 6, 2026 Approvisionneur H/FSaint-Avold, Grand Est, France · Marketing & Communication · Aug 5, 2026 Opérateur logistique H/FSaint-Avold, Grand Est, France · Logistics · Jul 23, 2026 Technicien procédés H/FClermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France · Other · Jul 14, 2026 Assistant RH H/FLyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France · Other · Jul 11, 2026

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