With Brazil as the official partner country of HANNOVER MESSE 2026, the importance of Latin American innovation for global industry and sustainability is on the rise. International collaborations initiated in Hannover are intended to drive solutions for decarbonization and the circular economy. In this context, the Brazilian company Haka Bioprocessos Ltda. from Lapa is presenting itself and bringing new approaches to converting waste into valuable raw materials to the global stage.

Founded in 2018, Haka Bioprocessos is a Brazilian deep-tech player in the field of biotechnological and chemical processes for the production of alternative fuels and bio-based products. The company focuses on developing sustainable technologies to convert industrial waste, biomass, and CO2 emissions into synthetic fuels and high-value industrial raw materials. In doing so, Haka combines engineering, environmental technology, and applied research in a multidisciplinary approach.

Haka has set itself the goal of accelerating the industrial circular economy by linking traditional “waste-to-resource” models with innovative production processes. In Hanover, the company is presenting solutions that go far beyond conventional biofuels. A central element is the conversion of municipal solids, plastic waste, and animal by-products into synthetic fuels and other bio-based input materials. These processes follow the principle of a true circular economy: waste is not only recycled but also used as feedstock for valuable energy sources and chemical intermediates.

A particular focus at the trade fair is on photobioreactor-based microalgae solutions (“Algae+”). This technology enables industrial CO2 to be captured directly in controlled systems and converted into biomass. The microalgae biomass obtained serves as a raw material for biofuels, proteins, or other high-quality bio-based products—a concept that addresses both emissions reduction and resource efficiency.

In parallel, Haka is working on projects for the chemical recycling of plastic and municipal waste, including through a government-funded program to establish a demonstration plant for chemical recycling processes. This pilot project aims to produce synthetic fuels such as naphtha, kerosene, and other energy carriers that can be utilized in existing industrial value chains.

The trade show appearance not only underscores Brazil’s role in the international technology race but also demonstrates how young companies like Haka Bioprocessos can contribute to the global energy transition with visionary solutions. The technologies presented focus on resource efficiency, emissions reduction, and the creation of new value chains—thereby providing important impetus for a sustainable, circular industry.

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