About Us
Engineering Performance Beyond Conventional Chemistry
Built on a platform that combines biology, chemistry, and scalable manufacturing to deliver high-performance solutions across industries.
We Are Locus
USA-Based Biosurfactant Company Delivering Bio-Enhanced Specialty Chemicals
Locus Fermentation Solutions is a U.S.-based biosurfactant company and specialty chemical manufacturer delivering bio-enhanced formulations at industrial scale. Through precision fermentation and integrated chemistry, we produce glycolipid biosurfactants designed to improve performance across oil and gas, mining, agriculture, and industrial applications. Our biomanufacturing platform connects strain selection, fermentation, and formulation design to create functional molecules that behave predictably in real-world systems—bridging the gap between biology and performance chemistry.
Built for Scale and Performance
Who
USA-Based Biosurfactant Manufacturer Delivering Bio-Enhanced Specialty Chemicals
Where
Manufactured and shipped out of Solon, Ohio
What
High-performance specialty chemical intermediaries enhanced with novel glycolipids and microbes
Why
Better multifunctionality and superior results in agriculture, mining, oil & gas, CPG & industrial markets
Our Mission
To push the boundaries of traditional chemistry by using glycolipid and microbial additives as powerful formulation amplifiers that drive superior performance and sustainability across global industries.
Our Vision
For bio-enhanced solutions to be the default; not the alternative.
Our Technology
Locus FS started with an idea to produce unique molecules with a process enabled by fermentation. Our proprietary platform enables us to precisely identify and control the strains needed to produce high-value, glycolipid- and microbial-enhanced intermediates that outperform legacy formulations. From enhanced cleaning to better emulsification and superior sustainability, our technology makes it possible.
Backed by Industry and Technical Expertise
Leadership with deep experience across biotechnology, energy, and industrial markets, focused on scaling performance-driven solutions.
Meet Our Team of Expert Advisors
John Uhran
CEO / Board Member
Paul Warburg
Chairman of the Board
Richard Eno
Board Member
Hans-Josef Ritzert
Board Member
Alex Zyngier
Board Member
Over a Decade of Growth, Innovation and Focused Performance
2025
Today, Locus FS is a performance-driven biotechnology company delivering powerful bio-based solutions across four primary markets: oil & gas, mining, agriculture, and industrial/CPG. With end-to-end capabilities and a sharp focus on product performance, Locus FS is helping customers solve their toughest formulation challenges—at scale.
2024
To better serve customers and accelerate impact, Locus FS underwent a strategic reorganization to sharpen its focus on the areas where its biotechnology and manufacturing expertise deliver the greatest impact. The shift prioritized depth over breadth—concentrating efforts on four core markets and aligning leadership, partnerships and resources to accelerate innovation and performance in those spaces.
2018-2023
Locus FS evolved into a multi-division organization. The company expanded its R&D work and bio-based offerings into additional industries, including mining, personal care, home care, livestock and industrial applications.
2017
The Locus Fermentation Solutions (Locus FS) brand was introduced and the company’s first commercial solutions were launched: biological products for agriculture and biosurfactant-based treatments for oil and gas.
2013
Locus was founded with a mission to develop scalable, sustainable fermentation capabilities. Early investments in R&D and intellectual property laid the groundwork for a broad portfolio of bio-based technologies across multiple industries.