The Netherlands
Qorium, founded in 2021, is at the forefront of sustainable innovation within the leather industry. By employing cutting-edge science, Qorium has developed a method to create premium and authentic leather without the environmental and ethical drawbacks traditionally associated with leather manufacturing.
The company is strategically addressing the global demand for high-quality leather while mitigating negative impacts, such as high water usage, chemical pollution, deforestation, and animal welfare concerns. By removing the cow from the production process, Qorium offers a material with a significantly reduced climate footprint.
Recently, the company secured a €22.00M investment in an Early VC round on 01 November 2025, underscoring strong investor confidence. Key participants in this round included Sofinnova Partners, Invest-NL, Brightlands Venture Partners, and LIOF - Limburg Regional Development Agency. With this backing, Qorium aims to scale its operations to better serve the luxury market's demand for sustainable leather alternatives.
