a year ago
THIS Raises £20m to Expand Plant-Based Meat Alternatives in the UK
THIS, a London-based startup producing plant-based meat alternatives, has secured £20 million in Series C funding from impact investor Planet First Partners
This round includes both primary and secondary equity financing
The company, led by former Ella's Kitchen CEO Mark Cuddigan, plans to utilize the fresh capital to expand its product range within the UK
Despite a decline in the plant-based food category in 2023, THIS aims to buck the trend, emphasizing its commitment to taste and quality
The startup achieved a 42% increase in product presence per store last year and is on track to become profitable by the end of 2024
Despite a dip in sales for plant-based meat alternatives in 2023, there are signs of recovery
Tesco reports a 20% surge in sales of plant-based steaks and 'chicken' breasts since the beginning of 2024, while meat-free burgers have seen a 10% increase in sales compared to the previous year.
ProblemFood & Beverage
"Making plant-based meat alternatives that taste as good as, or even better than, real meat, so that people are willing to switch to a more sustainable diet."
Solution
"Creating delicious, high-quality plant-based meat alternatives that are sold in supermarkets across the UK."