LayerOne acquires Bioenvision to strengthen innovation in nano technology and advanced additives
LayerOne, a leading nano technology company based at Herøya in Porsgrunn, Norway, has acquired Bioenvision, bringing together two complementary companies to enhance the development and production of advanced nano additives for industries such as concrete, plastics, paint, and adhesives.
With this acquisition, LayerOne expands its portfolio with Bioenvision’s advanced technology and product offerings, particularly in flame retardants. Backed by LayerOne’s extensive expertise and solid ownership, Bioenvision’s solutions will continue to evolve. For Bioenvision’s existing customers, it is business as usual. Ongoing projects and deliveries will continue seamlessly, now with the added support of LayerOne’s strong infrastructure and innovation-driven environment.
LayerOne operates a state-of-the-art production facility and laboratory at Herøya, specializing in advanced graphene materials and continuous product development. As part of the integration, Bioenvision’s laboratory and pilot activities will relocate to LayerOne’s nearby facilities, ensuring even closer synergies in quality control, customer support and research and development.
“With Bioenvision on board, we are strengthening our portfolio with a broader range of complementary and unique products”, says Morten Eikenes, Chief Commercial and Technology Officer at LayerOne. "We are already a preferred supplier to high-tech partners in the graphene industry, and we look forward to expanding our position with Bioenvision’s flame retardant technology."
LayerOne and Bioenvision share a commitment to driving material innovation that supports the green energy transition—developing sustainable, high-performance solutions that contribute to a cleaner and more efficient future.
About Bioenvision:
Bioenvision is a materials technology company dedicated to developing sustainable and high-performance additives for industries such as electronics, automotive, construction, and coatings. With expertise in Polyhedral Oligomeric SilSesquioxane (POSS) technology, the company specializes in innovative flame retardants, water-repellent additives, and barrier materials.
Its flagship product, D-PYRE®, is an environmentally friendly flame retardant additives. Bioenvision solutions enhance product durability, safety, and sustainability, making it a trusted partner for companies seeking advanced, eco-friendly material innovations.
About LayerOne:
LayerOne is a world-leading producer of advanced graphene materials. The company’s mission is to make industrial products more sustainable by leveraging the unique properties of graphene to create innovative solutions that accelerate the green transition.
With its proprietary and scalable process technology, LayerOne offers graphene oxide (GO) and reduced graphene oxide (rGO), used in a wide range of industrial applications, including composites, coatings, electronics, batteries, and water and air filtration. Thanks to its market-leading quality, LayerOne is the preferred partner for many high-tech companies worldwide.