Engineering the
future of cultivated
cell technology
Our bioreactors are a breakthrough technology driven by the need for sustainable, scalable solutions.
Founded in 2016, Cellular Agriculture Ltd has grown into a world-leading hollow fibre bioreactor technology company. Our goal is to create sustainable and scalable cell culture bioreactor technology. Operating from a fit-for-purpose R&D facility at Corsham Science Park, we aim to design and deploy modular, cell- and media-agnostic bioreactor systems built for industrial-scale cell culture.
With our pilot plant now commissioned and focused on food production, our technology is engineered with the versatility to serve biopharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and animal health, with further applications on the horizon.
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For us, innovation isn’t a buzzword; it’s a necessity.
Back in 2018, Innovative UK funded and supported our development of a proof-of-concept bioreactor for the cultivated food industry. The technology we created was displayed at Nemo Science Museum, Amsterdam through the summer of 2019 — the first-ever public demonstration of its kind.
Since then, we’ve been breaking new ground in research and development for sustainable, scalable bioprocesses across industries. We now work out of a bespoke facility at Corsham Science Park, allowing us to further our commitment to innovation and excellence.
Careers
Non-negotiables in our pursuit of progress
As our bioreactor technology evolves and moves into new industries, these principles shape how we work every day.
People, planet, profit
In that order. Sustainability starts with responsibility, so we ensure innovations serve the greater good before commercial gain.
Industry-defining
By pushing the boundaries of bioprocessing, we create scalable solutions that change people’s views on sustainability.
Sharing expertise globally
Breakthroughs should be shared, not siloed. At every opportunity, we collaborate across borders, industries and disciplines.
A focus on development and inclusion
Diverse perspectives fuel more effective bioreactor solutions. Hence our open, inclusive environment.
Responsible global citizen
For us, sustainability hinges on long-term viability. Our technology is built to be adaptable, scalable, and future-proof.
Key milestones and breakthroughs since our inception
A meeting of minds
Illtud Dunsford and Professor Marianne Ellis meet at the First Symposium on Cultured Meat at Maastricht University. So it begins.
Cellular Agriculture Ltd founded
With our HQ in Corsham near Bath, Cellular Agriculture Ltd becomes the first company in the cultivated food industry in the UK and Europe.
Industry funding achieved
Innovate UK grants us funding to further develop this key technology; it’s the first UK Government support for a nascent industry.
Bioreactor Proof of Concept
With a growing team, Illtud and Marianne develop and test the first hollow fibre bioreactor proof of concept.
Public demonstration
We host the first-ever public demonstration of enabling technology for the cultivated food industry at Nemo Science Museum.
Food Industry Investment
Hilton Foods becomes an equity investor and key industry partner.
Benchtop Bioprocess System
We develop our first semi-automated benchtop R&D system.
New R&D Facility & longest hollow fibre bioreactor for cell culture
Relocation to a state-of-the-art £3M R&D facility at Corsham Science Park.
We develop the world’s longest-ever hollow fibre bioreactor for cell culture.
Deployment of our Benchtop Bioreactor System
Deployment of our benchtop bioreactor system with our partners at Campden BRI.
Commissioning of our Pilot Plant
A big milestone! Our pilot plant was commissioned early on in 2026.
Big ideas need brilliant people
We’re building bioreactor technology that could redefine how industries operate. We need sharp minds to make that happen. Whether you’re an engineer, scientist, or problem-solver from another field — there’s space here for the innovative and driven.
