CPT Capital

CPT Capital is a venture capital firm focused on seed-stage investments in the food and materials technology space, with particular emphasis on alternative proteins such as plant-based and cell-based proteins, recombinant proteins, and other technologies transforming the food supply chain. The firm aims for long-term value through exits via acquisition or IPO and is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.

Lesley Farrah Dorwling-Carter

Senior Associate

George Howard

Managing Director

Debbie Jones

CFO

Harry Kalms

Senior Investment Associate

Melody Violton

Senior Associate

Past deals in Food Processing

Shiru

Series B in 2024
Shiru, Inc. is a food technology company based in Oakland, California, established in 2019. It specializes in the development and production of proteins aimed at replacing dairy products and eggs within the food industry. Utilizing artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, and precision biology, Shiru focuses on the discovery and creation of novel, sustainable protein ingredients. By leveraging computational design, the company aims to provide enhanced protein solutions that support environmentally friendly practices while meeting consumer demands. Shiru's innovative approach positions it at the forefront of efforts to create sustainable and healthier food options.

Equinom

Series D in 2022
Equinom is a pioneering food-tech company that combines agricultural expertise, culinary knowledge, and advanced technology to develop delicious, nutritious, affordable, and sustainable non-GMO plant-based ingredients. The company uses its proprietary Manna™ platform, powered by AI, to naturally breed superior crops optimized for human consumption. Equinom partners with leading companies in the industry to supply unrivaled ingredients, contributing to the global surge in plant-based eating.

Mozza

Venture Round in 2022
Mozza is a Los Angeles-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in the development of plant-based cheese products. The company aims to create cheese derived from plants that closely replicates the taste and texture of traditional dairy cheese. By utilizing bovine milk proteins, Mozza produces cheese that exhibits the same characteristics as its animal-derived counterparts, including melt, stretch, and flavor. This innovation provides consumers with a viable alternative to dairy cheese, catering to the growing demand for plant-based food options.

Shiru

Series A in 2021
Shiru, Inc. is a food technology company based in Oakland, California, established in 2019. It specializes in the development and production of proteins aimed at replacing dairy products and eggs within the food industry. Utilizing artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, and precision biology, Shiru focuses on the discovery and creation of novel, sustainable protein ingredients. By leveraging computational design, the company aims to provide enhanced protein solutions that support environmentally friendly practices while meeting consumer demands. Shiru's innovative approach positions it at the forefront of efforts to create sustainable and healthier food options.

Aleph Farms

Series B in 2021
Aleph Farms is an Israel-based food technology company that uses cellular agriculture to produce animal products in a sustainable and ethical way. Founded in 2017 and based in Ashdod, the company develops lab-cultured meat through proprietary three-dimensional bioprinting systems, using cells sourced from a living cow without slaughter. Its goal is to improve sustainability, food security and animal welfare in food systems, while bringing products to market under its Aleph Cuts brand. Aleph Farms has demonstrated cultivated products such as thin-cut steak and ribeye, as well as lab-cultured collagen, and plans to commercialize additional beef products grown from non-genetically engineered cells. The company emphasizes reducing environmental impact and advancing humane alternatives in meat production.

Aleph Farms

Series B in 2021
Aleph Farms is an Israel-based food technology company that uses cellular agriculture to produce animal products in a sustainable and ethical way. Founded in 2017 and based in Ashdod, the company develops lab-cultured meat through proprietary three-dimensional bioprinting systems, using cells sourced from a living cow without slaughter. Its goal is to improve sustainability, food security and animal welfare in food systems, while bringing products to market under its Aleph Cuts brand. Aleph Farms has demonstrated cultivated products such as thin-cut steak and ribeye, as well as lab-cultured collagen, and plans to commercialize additional beef products grown from non-genetically engineered cells. The company emphasizes reducing environmental impact and advancing humane alternatives in meat production.

Redefine Meat

Series A in 2021
Redefine Meat Ltd. is an innovative company specializing in the production of animal-free meat alternatives, primarily focused on replicating the texture, flavor, and overall experience of traditional beef and other high-value meat products. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ness Ziona, Israel, the company employs advanced 3D printing technology, proprietary meat digital modeling, and carefully crafted food formulations to create its products. Redefine Meat's offerings are designed to meet the demands of meat distributors, restaurants, and retailers, providing a sustainable and ethical solution for meat production without compromising on the sensory qualities associated with animal meat. By utilizing natural and sustainable ingredients, the company aims to transform the meat industry and promote a more responsible approach to food consumption.

Matrix Food Technologies

Seed Round in 2020
Matrix Meats, LLC, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, specializes in the development and manufacture of nanofiber scaffolds designed to facilitate the production of cultured meat. The company's proprietary process utilizes a variety of synthetic and organic materials to create structural replacements for non-muscle and non-fat proteins found in traditional meat. Founded in 2019 by Eric Jenkusky, Ross Kayuha, and Flavio Lobato, Matrix Meats focuses on providing solutions that promote clean, healthy, and environmentally friendly cellular meat. Their scaffolds, made from materials such as mycelium, algae, or aerogels, play a crucial role in advancing the cultured meat industry.

Remilk

Series A in 2020
Remilk is a food‑tech company founded in 2019 in Tel Aviv, Israel, that employs microbial precision fermentation to produce milk proteins and other key ingredients. Its technology enables the creation of dairy products that closely match the flavor, nutritional profile, and functional properties of cow milk, while eliminating the need for animal farming and reducing environmental impact.

InnovoPro

Series B in 2020
InnovoPro is a producer of plant-based protein ingredients derived from chickpeas, supplying dairy-alternative products and ingredient solutions for the global food market. The core offering is a chickpea protein concentrate with non-GMO vegan origins designed for wide usability in food formulations, delivering nutritious, safe, sustainable, and affordable options. Founded in 2013 by Dr. Ascher Shmulewitz, the company focuses on advancing chickpea proteins and related ingredients to meet growing demand for plant-based protein. InnovoPro emphasizes its role as an innovator of disruptive technology in the food industry, enabling customers to develop nutritious plant-based products while maintaining sustainability.

UPSIDE Foods

Series B in 2020
UPSIDE Foods, formerly known as Memphis Meats, is a cultivated meat company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berkeley, California. The company specializes in producing real meat, poultry, and seafood directly from animal cells, eliminating the need to raise and slaughter animals. This innovative approach significantly reduces the resource consumption associated with traditional meat production, requiring less water, land, and energy. UPSIDE Foods aims to offer consumers clean, humane, and sustainable meat products, such as beef meatballs, chicken, and duck, all grown in controlled environments. The company is led by Dr. Uma Valeti, who is committed to transforming the food industry with healthier and environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional meat.

Shiru

Seed Round in 2019
Shiru, Inc. is a food technology company based in Oakland, California, established in 2019. It specializes in the development and production of proteins aimed at replacing dairy products and eggs within the food industry. Utilizing artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, and precision biology, Shiru focuses on the discovery and creation of novel, sustainable protein ingredients. By leveraging computational design, the company aims to provide enhanced protein solutions that support environmentally friendly practices while meeting consumer demands. Shiru's innovative approach positions it at the forefront of efforts to create sustainable and healthier food options.

Algama

Series A in 2019
Algama is a pioneering food-tech company that harnesses the power of algae to create sustainable, nutritious food solutions. Founded in 2013, Algama aims to feed the world's growing population while preserving the planet by developing microalgae-based ingredients for various applications, with a focus on egg substitutes for bakery products.

Redefine Meat

Seed Round in 2019
Redefine Meat Ltd. is an innovative company specializing in the production of animal-free meat alternatives, primarily focused on replicating the texture, flavor, and overall experience of traditional beef and other high-value meat products. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ness Ziona, Israel, the company employs advanced 3D printing technology, proprietary meat digital modeling, and carefully crafted food formulations to create its products. Redefine Meat's offerings are designed to meet the demands of meat distributors, restaurants, and retailers, providing a sustainable and ethical solution for meat production without compromising on the sensory qualities associated with animal meat. By utilizing natural and sustainable ingredients, the company aims to transform the meat industry and promote a more responsible approach to food consumption.

Motif

Series A in 2019
Motif FoodWorks, Inc. is a bio-organism engineering company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing innovative food ingredients. The company focuses on producing animal-free proteins, including meat alternatives and dairy-free proteins, catering to the growing demand for plant-based food solutions. By utilizing fermentation technology, Motif creates essential proteins and nutrients that enhance both nutrition and flavor in food products. The company collaborates with chefs, health experts, and food innovators to develop new ingredient solutions aimed at transforming the food industry and promoting sustainability. Established in 2018 and originally known as Motif Ingredients, Motif FoodWorks rebranded in 2019 to reflect its commitment to advancing the next generation of healthy and plant-based foods.

Aleph Farms

Series A in 2019
Aleph Farms is an Israel-based food technology company that uses cellular agriculture to produce animal products in a sustainable and ethical way. Founded in 2017 and based in Ashdod, the company develops lab-cultured meat through proprietary three-dimensional bioprinting systems, using cells sourced from a living cow without slaughter. Its goal is to improve sustainability, food security and animal welfare in food systems, while bringing products to market under its Aleph Cuts brand. Aleph Farms has demonstrated cultivated products such as thin-cut steak and ribeye, as well as lab-cultured collagen, and plans to commercialize additional beef products grown from non-genetically engineered cells. The company emphasizes reducing environmental impact and advancing humane alternatives in meat production.
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