We are the algae creators
Phycom’s story began with our founder Erwin. After many years working in the pharmaceutical industry developing medicines for chronic illnesses, he realized that the root causes of many diseases lie in our diets. He saw that the key to a healthier world is better, more nourishing food. That idea became the seed of Phycom’s mission.
Our vision: a sustainable future
Our vision is to enable health by making algae an everyday food choice.
Algae should become a standard part of our daily nutrition. Just as common as spinach, soy, rice, or carrots. We envision a world where everyone, young and old, includes algae in their meals.
'Mighty things from small beginnings grow'
The spark: our journey
Turning this vision into reality wasn’t easy. The first challenge was to cultivate algae that are safe and pure, free from unwanted bycatch.
First tests started in the back yard of our founder, Erwin. Since then, we have grown significantly. Many years of hard work from the brightest minds lead to a unique and proprietary production process. After pilot plants in Ochten and Nijkerk, we established our first industrial-scale production facility in Veenendaal in 2019.
In 2025, a new production site was opened, enabling the production of several algae types at the same time, and to prepare for further scaling up the production volumes.
The power of small
Our video, “The Power of Small,” encapsulates our vision and the immense potential of microalgae. It’s a testament to why investors and partners should believe in our competencies and why Phycom is the go-to leader in algae production. Watch the video >>
The Phycom advantage
At Phycom, we cultivate microalgae using cutting-edge technology and rigorous quality control measures. Our process ensures that every algae batch meets the highest safety and nutrition standards.
- Innovative Cultivation Techniques: Our proprietary cultivation methods optimize algae growth and nutrient density.
- Development and Applications: Our team continuously explores new applications and improvements in algae cultivation.
