At The Pine Cone Factory, we believe the future of innovation lies in the natural world, and Africa is the best place to lead it.

We help companies innovate across energy, materials, pharma, agriculture, and marine by translating complex science into patentable solutions. Tailored R&D Solutions for Industry’s Toughest Sustainability Challenges.

What We Do

  • Co-Development Labs – Joint R&D sprints with corporates & startups
  • Prototype to Pilot – Bringing concepts into real-world testing
  • Spin-Out Incubation – Support for early ventures, equity & IP frameworks
  • Open Innovation Platforms – Hackathons, fellowships, and rapid-call projects

Key domains:

  • Renewable Fuels & Carbon
  • Active Molecules for Health & Wellness
  • Biopolymers & Smart Composites
  • Marine Enzyme Extraction
  • Agro-Eco Solutions & Data Systems
  • Marine collagen labs for health supplements
  • Smart cellulose fibers with moisture sensing
  • Soil bio-stimulant from agro-waste
  • Bio-based adhesives & resins

What We Offer

  • Targeted Industry Innovation – Projects scoped to client challenges
  • Patent-Centered Development – IP-first approach
  • Scalable Prototyping – From lab validation to pilot-stage
  • Expert Governance & Compliance – Regulatory and standards mastery
  • Incubation & Market-Fit – Advisory and prototype deployment

Tailored R&D Solutions for Industry’s Toughest Sustainability Challenges.


Turning Forest Waste into Energy

Innovative Digital Solutions

Industrial Biotech & Chemical Solutions