Exhibiting at VIV Asia 2025

Veos Group, headquartered in Zwevezele, Belgium, is a global leader in the development and production of functional animal proteins and nutritional ingredients for both the food and feed industries. Since its establishment in 1974, Veos has specialized in transforming co-products from slaughterhouses into high-value ingredients, maintaining a strong commitment to circular economy principles, sustainability, and innovation.

Core Business and Product Offerings

Veos Group operates across two primary domains:

• Food Industry Proteins:

  • Plasma Proteins – Rich in functional proteins and used in emulsified meat products, soups, and sauces for their binding, water retention, and gelling properties.
  • Hemoglobin Powder – A natural red coloring agent and source of iron used in processed meats and pet foods.
  • Collagen Peptides – Used in dietary supplements, sports nutrition, and functional foods for joint and skin health.

• Animal Feed Proteins:

  • Spray-Dried Plasma (SDP) – A highly digestible functional protein used in piglet, calf, and aqua nutrition to improve gut health and immunity.
  • Hemoglobin Powder for Feed – A rich source of digestible protein for young animals.
  • Egg Proteins – Functional additives in feed formulas for improved palatability and digestibility.

Specialisation and Unique Selling Proposition

Veos Group has carved a niche with its high-value protein extraction from blood plasma and eggs, setting industry benchmarks in:

• Biosecurity and Traceability – Full traceability from slaughterhouse to final product.
• Functional Performance – Products undergo rigorous functional and nutritional validation across various applications.
• Sustainability – Operations are aligned with EU circular economy goals by upcycling animal co-products that would otherwise go to waste.

Its ACTIPRO, VEPRO, and VEPROGEL brands are globally recognized for consistent quality, functional performance, and biological safety.

Financial and Export Insights

Veos Group, as part of the Group VIVESCIA, has demonstrated a strong international footprint:

• Active in more than 60 countries with production units in Belgium, France, Spain, Serbia, Brazil, and China.
• Processes over 100,000 tons of co-products annually into high-value protein ingredients.
• Exporting over 70% of its production volume, primarily to Europe, Asia, North America, and Latin America.

According to EU trade data, Veos is one of the top exporters of spray-dried plasma and hemoglobin powder for the pet food and feed industries.

Target Market

Veos serves clients across multiple sectors:

• Food Manufacturers – For emulsified meat, sausages, sauces, and functional foods.
• Pet Food Producers – As digestible, functional protein additives for premium formulations.
• Animal Feed Manufacturers – Especially for young piglets, calves, and aquaculture.
• Nutraceutical Companies – For collagen and plasma protein-based dietary supplements.

Veos also works with OEMs, private label producers, and contract manufacturers in food and feed industries.

Capabilities and Infrastructure

Veos operates a network of state-of-the-art facilities:

• 6 production plants across Europe, Latin America, and Asia.
• Proprietary plasma drying and hydrolysis technologies.
• Fully integrated quality control labs and logistics hubs.
• Dedicated R&D division focused on protein bioavailability, functional testing, and customer co-development projects.

The company employs over 350 professionals globally, including engineers, biochemists, and nutritionists.

Certifications and Compliance

Veos products meet the highest international safety and quality standards:

• ISO 9001 and FSSC 22000 certified
• GMP+ certification for animal feed products
• HACCP implementation across production lines
• QS certification for feed and food safety compliance in German and EU markets
• Regularly audited and approved by veterinary authorities and food safety agencies worldwide

Customer Testimonials

“Veos’ functional proteins have enabled us to enhance the texture and yield of our processed meat products with clean-label ingredients.” – R&D Manager, Meat Processing Company, Germany

“ACTIPRO plasma has shown remarkable results in improving feed intake and gut health in weaning piglets.” – Animal Nutritionist, Spain

Major Achievements

• Among the top 3 global producers of spray-dried plasma proteins
• First in Europe to implement automated plasma fractionation lines
• Recipient of the Belgian AgriFood Circular Economy Award
• Developed custom collagen peptide blends for nutraceutical applications
• Strategic supplier to leading multinational pet food and livestock feed manufacturers

With over four decades of industry leadership and continuous investment in technology, Veos Group remains a trusted global partner for sustainable and functional protein solutions for the future of food and feed.