GNANOMAT SL

Their core work

Gnanomat is a Madrid-based technology SME specializing in the green synthesis of graphene-based nanomaterials. They developed a proprietary, environmentally friendly process for producing graphene and related nanostructures, initially targeting energy applications. More recently, they have expanded into formulating nano-enabled biomaterials for sustainable packaging and consumer goods, bridging nanomaterial production with industrial-scale deployment in sectors like packaging and transport.

What they specialise in

How they've shifted over time

Gnanomat started in 2015 focused purely on graphene synthesis for energy applications, successfully progressing through the SME Instrument Phase 1 feasibility study and Phase 2 commercialization. By 2021, they pivoted significantly toward bio-based nanomaterials, applying their nano-formulation expertise to sustainable packaging, eco-design, and circular economy applications. This shift from energy-focused graphene producer to a broader nanomaterial solutions provider for the bioeconomy suggests a deliberate diversification into higher-demand industrial markets.

Gnanomat is moving from pure nanomaterial production toward applied nano-formulation for the circular bioeconomy — expect future work at the intersection of nanotechnology, sustainable packaging, and pilot-scale manufacturing.

How they like to work

Gnanomat began as a solo innovator, coordinating both GRAPHEEN phases as standalone SME Instrument projects. Their participation in INN-PRESSME as a partner in a larger Innovation Action consortium (38 partners, 11 countries) marks a shift toward collaborative, multi-partner projects. This trajectory suggests they are ready to contribute specialized nano-formulation expertise within larger consortia while retaining the ability to lead focused technology development.

Through the INN-PRESSME consortium, Gnanomat has built connections with 38 unique partners across 11 countries, giving them a broad European network in the biomaterials and sustainable packaging space. Their earlier projects were self-led, so the bulk of their collaborative network is relatively recent.

What sets them apart

Gnanomat combines proprietary green nanomaterial synthesis capabilities with hands-on experience in scaling from lab to pilot line — a rare combination among nano-focused SMEs. Their journey from graphene production to bio-based packaging formulation means they can bridge the gap between nanomaterial science and real-world product applications. For consortium builders, they offer a nimble partner who understands both the nanomaterial supply side and industrial deployment challenges.

Highlights from their portfolio

• GRAPHEEN
  Successfully completed both SME Instrument Phase 1 and Phase 2 — a competitive achievement demonstrating strong commercialization potential for their green graphene synthesis process (combined EUR 1.3M).
• INN-PRESSME
  Large-scale Innovation Action (2021-2025) with a broad consortium, marking Gnanomat's expansion from graphene specialist into the sustainable biomaterials and packaging ecosystem.