About

BIA BioSolutions is the UK’s dedicated platform for engineering biology and industrial biotechnology. As a strategic branch of the BioIndustry Association (BIA), we represent the innovators, investors and pioneers using biological processes to transform global industries, from food and agriculture to chemicals, materials and fuels.

Our mission

We are the bridge between world-class science and industrial impact. By representing the UK’s most innovative bio-based businesses, we ensure that policy, regulation, and investment frameworks are built to support the scale-up of technologies that drive economic growth and global sustainability.

Who we represent

While the BIA has championed the life sciences since 1989, BioSolutions provides a focused home for the diverse players shaping the bioeconomy:

  • Bio-based SMEs and scale-ups: Companies commercialising engineering biology across non-health sectors.
  • Vertical leaders: Strategic stakeholders in food-tech, ag-tech, and sustainable materials.
  • Academic and research hubs: The universities and mission hubs driving the UK’s foundational research.
  • Specialist investors: VC and PE firms dedicated to the transition to Net Zero and the circular economy.
Why BIA?

We are applying over 30 years of advocacy, bioprocessing expertise, and community-building to the biosolutions agenda.

By bridging the gap between world-class engineering biology and industrial application, we ensure the UK remains the global destination to start, grow and scale world-changing innovation.

Our strength lies in our ecosystem:

  • Proven advocacy: A track record of shaping UK science policy and securing high-level government commitment.

  • Unrivalled network: Connecting 600+ member organisations, from academic spin-outs to global industry leaders.

  • Deep technical roots: Decades of experience in biomanufacturing and regulation that are now accelerating the transition to a sustainable bioeconomy.

Influence. Connect. Save.

We promote an ecosystem that enables innovative companies to start and grow successfully. We do this by providing a direct voice to government, access to an unrivalled network and exclusive business solutions to reduce the cost of scaling.