Metasorb: Advanced surface protection technology to prevent biofouling, corrosion and contamination – partnership opportunity

Opportunity for

• Commercial partners, industry partners, and investors interested in advanced materials and surface protection solutions
• Research organisations and corporates seeking innovative anti-biofouling, anti-corrosion, and antimicrobial technologies
• Companies in agriculture, aquaculture, food and beverage, water treatment, and related sectors looking to pilot or scale new surface coating technologies

Opportunity description

Industry challenge

Biofouling, corrosion, and microbial contamination are persistent challenges across agriculture, aquaculture, food processing, and industrial sectors. These issues lead to asset degradation, increased maintenance costs, reduced operational efficiency, and potential health and safety risks. There is a critical need for durable, safe, and effective surface protection solutions that do not rely on PFAS or other harmful chemicals.

Current opportunity

We are seeking partners to pilot and scale a next-generation, PFAS-free coating technology developed at the University of Sydney. This advanced coating platform delivers ultra-durable, superhydrophobic, oleophobic, or hydrophilic surfaces with exceptional abrasion resistance and antimicrobial properties. We are looking for:

• Commercial partners to support large-scale trials and market entry
• Industry collaborators to validate use cases and provide access to real-world testing environments
• Investors interested in supporting the commercialisation and scaling of this technology

Ideal partners will have a strong interest in innovative materials, access to relevant assets or infrastructure, and a commitment to sustainability and safety. In return, partners will gain early access to a unique, customisable technology with broad market potential, the ability to co-develop tailored solutions, and the opportunity to address critical industry pain points.

Opportunity background

The technology has been developed over seven years at the University of Sydney and University of Melbourne, with exclusive global commercialisation rights held by our company. We have raised approximately $500,000 in funding and are currently collaborating with paint brands and exploring partnerships in the Defence sector. Ongoing validation is underway with food and beverage engineering companies to ensure food safety compliance.

Potential Other Applications

Beyond agriculture and aquaculture, this coating technology has potential applications in medical environments (e.g., hospital surfaces), water treatment infrastructure, rural water systems, and even domestic or commercial pools and aquacentres. We are open to exploring partnerships in any sector where durable, safe, and effective surface protection is needed.