LoCylia®
The fungi-based protein.
Sustainable Protein by Industrial Expertise
At MAASH, we are revolutionizing the food industry with a sustainable approach to protein production. Our state-of-the-art industrial facility in the Grand Est region of France, supported by over 30 years of industrial expertise, enables us to produce Locylia®, an innovative mycoprotein that integrates seamlessly into vegan and hybrid food formulations. Our mission is to provide a nutritious, neutral-tasting protein alternative that reduces meat consumption and addresses key environmental challenges.
Innovation Driven by R&D and Fermentation Expertise
Building on years of R&D at our lab and pilot infrastructure in Brussels, Belgium, MAASH continues to push the boundaries of sustainable protein production. By harnessing fermentation, a natural and efficient process, we are creating a complete protein source for both animals and humans, without the environmental impact of traditional farming methods. This approach unlocks the full potential of fungi-based fermentation, positioning it as one of the most eco-friendly ways to produce protein today.
How we work
1. Discover
After a long research, one final strain was selected among the 5.1 million existing fungi species. We now grow food from a EU approved filamentous fungi strain.
2. Ferment
Leveraging Submerged Fermentation, our technology transforms few ingredients into high-quality protein—scalable and resource-efficient.
3. LoCylia®
From fermentation tanks, we use simple steps to convert active fungal biomass into LoCylia®, treating it for a safe, high-quality protein ingredient.
4. Your turn!
Now, your turn to use our LoCylia®
protein ingredient in your feed or food formulation.
LoCylia® vs Beef
90% less water
LoCylia® conserves water, using 10x less than beef and poultry. With only 1.2% of Earth's freshwater drinkable and 70% wasted in food production, LoCylia® offers a sustainable approach without flooding land.
95% less GHG
Inspired by nature, our fermentation process minimizes CO2 and eliminates CH4. Tailored for urban living, our technology reduces food transportation emissions and costs at the source.
99% less land
As the global population heads to 10 billion by 2050, sustainable production is crucial. Currently, 50% of habitable land is used for food production. It's time for a sustainable change.
LoCylia® is a highly performant protein
Complete Protein
Contains all the essential amino acids. Fostering a better growth and building of the different proteins.
PDCAAS 1.0
Contains the right content of essential amino acids, leading to a good digestibility of the protein.
Faster Absorption
Mycelial fermentation fosters the breaking down of protein for your body to absorb. It allows a faster protein absorption compared to plant-based proteins.
Superior Texture
The morphology of LoCylia® allows you to create world class products, while adapting to all sorts of textures.
High Satiety
The metabolisms of the fungi and their nutritional attributes have the ability to give a quick full nutrition satisfaction, leading to a better control of body weights
Allergen friendly
LoCylia® is animal-free (vegan), dairy-free, gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free and, additionally, does not contain any of the other top allergens that represent more than 90% of the total food related allergies.
Try LoCylia® in your formulations !
We are happy to send you a sample to try it in your formulations.