NEMISTechnologies develops rapid tests for the simple and reliable detection of pathogens, primarily used in the food industry. These tests ensure that equipment in production facilities is free from bacteria and other pathogens. Hygiene is crucial in the food industry to guarantee that only safe food reaches the end customer.
Currently NEMIS Technologies has four rapid tests from NEMIS Technologies are now on the market. “Our tests can detect pathogens such as salmonella, E. coli bacteria and listeria twice as quickly,” reports CEO Mario Hupfeld. Founded in 2018, the start-up has been based in Riedhofstrasse in Au since the beginning of the year. Salmonella, e-coli bacteria and listeria are among the most common pathogens in the food industry, often causing diarrhoea and fever, and in immunocompromised individuals they can even lead to death.
To date, NEMISTechnologies has primarily sold its rapid tests in Europe. “We now want to take the next step,” reveals Hupfeld. To achieve this, the product range will be expanded by two tests and production will become more automated. “Automating production reduces costs, allowing companies to test more frequently and it enables us to offer our tests even competively in new markets.” In addition to expanding its customer base in Europe, NEMIS also has its sights set on Asia.
The startup launched a new financing round in autumn 2023 to support this next growth phase. “Our existing investors are backing this further development of our business model and have provided the necessary funding,” says Hupfeld. “Now we are seeking for strategic partners to continue our growth.”
