BICO
Founded Year
2016Stage
Corporate Minority - P2P | AliveTotal Raised
$760KValuation
$0000Last Raised
$47.08M | 1 yr agoAbout BICO
BICO is a biotechnology company. It offers bioinks, bioprinters, and services that enable 3-D cell culturing, tissue engineering, and drug development. The company produces on-demand bioprinting of human organs and tissues, future reality, and future health. It is based in Gothenburg, Sweden.
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BICO Patents
BICO has filed 42 patents.
The 3 most popular patent topics include:
- electrical engineering
- mechanical power transmission
- 3d printing
Application Date | Grant Date | Title | Related Topics | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
10/27/2017 | 5/16/2023 | Transcription factors, Biomaterials, Cell biology, Polymers, Clusters of differentiation | Grant |
Application Date | 10/27/2017 |
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Grant Date | 5/16/2023 |
Title | |
Related Topics | Transcription factors, Biomaterials, Cell biology, Polymers, Clusters of differentiation |
Status | Grant |
Latest BICO News
Nov 21, 2023
BICO divests Ginolis through management buy-out 21 November 2023 × Signing agreement The transaction is estimated to result in a divestment loss of SEK 25m, which is a non-cash item. Final divestment result will be reported and disclosed in the Q4 report. IP-rights and licenses related to the patented PMBi dispensing pump has been carved out from the transaction and transferred to BICO. Ginolis House will also be carved-out from the transaction. Closing of Ginolis House is subject to establishment of a Finnish entity with real estate VAT registration at the Finnish tax authorities. BICO is entitled to 70% of net proceeds if the company is sold within three years after closing. The rationale behind the divestment is that the company has not transitioned fast enough to mitigate the post-pandemic downturn. Ginolis has been right sized during 2023, but order intake has not been restored according to expectations.
BICO Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When was BICO founded?
BICO was founded in 2016.
Where is BICO's headquarters?
BICO's headquarters is located at Långfilsgatan 9, Gothenburg.
What is BICO's latest funding round?
BICO's latest funding round is Corporate Minority - P2P.
How much did BICO raise?
BICO raised a total of $760K.
Who are the investors of BICO?
Investors of BICO include Sartorius and Horizon 2020.
Who are BICO's competitors?
Competitors of BICO include Inventia Life Science and 3 more.
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