Steakholder Foods Receives Positive International Search Report for Patent Covering HD144 Fish Printer’s DLS®-Based Drop-on-Demand Printing System

Rehovot, Israel, July 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Steakholder Foods Ltd. (Nasdaq: STKH), a global leader in 3D-printing technology for structured alt-protein production, announced today that it has received a positive Written Opinion from the International Searching Authority (ISA) regarding its international patent application PCT/US 24/34252. The application covers the printing system of the company’s HD144 printer for plant-based fish, which is based on its proprietary DLS® (Drop Location in Space) drop-on-demand printing technology.

The ISA determined that all 21 claims in the application fulfill the requirements of novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability, confirming the uniqueness and innovation of Steakholder’s system.

The patented system includes an advanced multi-component architecture for managing and delivering bio-ink materials, gas pressure control, and a central processing module that synchronizes the printer’s operation. This system lies at the heart of the HD144 printer, purpose-built to produce high-fidelity, structured plant-based fish products.

DLS®, Steakholder’s drop-on-demand technology, enables ultra-precise deposition of micro-droplets of plant-based materials. This allows for accurate structuring and marbling that replicates the texture, layering, and appearance of conventional fish—unlocking new levels of realism in plant-based seafood.

“This positive opinion from the ISA is a meaningful milestone that reinforces the strength of our IP and the disruptive nature of our technology,” said Arik Kaufman, CEO of Steakholder Foods. “Our DLS®-based HD144 printer is raising the bar in plant-based seafood production, and this patent supports our global commercialization and strategic partnership goals.”

The positive report positions Steakholder Foods to confidently pursue national phase filings in key global markets and fortify its leadership in the 3D-printed alternative protein sector.

About Steakholder Foods

Steakholder Foods is at the forefront of transforming the alternative protein industries through its advanced technology. Founded in 2019, Steakholder Foods specializes in developing and selling 3D-printing production machines, supported by proprietary premix blends, formulated from the highest-quality raw ingredients. These innovative tools are designed to help manufacturers of all sizes efficiently produce foods that meet and exceed consumer expectations for taste, texture, and appearance and offer a safe and sustainable alternative to industrialized meat and seafood production.

Steakholder Foods’ expertise in creating alternative proteins products that replicate the complex textures of traditional meats such as beef steaks, white fish, shrimp, and eel. The company is also exploring the integration of cultivated cells, preparing for future advancements in food technology.

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