| Date | Title | Description |
| 19.06.2025 | Planted Expands Horizons with New Production Facility in Bavaria | In a world increasingly hungry for sustainable solutions, Planted, a Swiss company, is making waves. On June 17, 2025, it opened a new production facility in Memmingen, Bavaria. This move is not just about expansion; it’s a strategic leap i... |
| 17.06.2025 | Einride unveils first-of-its-kind study quantifying the impact of AI-powered electrification planning | Einride unveils first-of-its-kind study quantifying the impact of AI-powered electrification planning
Tue, Jun 17, 2025 09:00 CET Report this content
Developed with leading research institute Fraunhofer ISI using real-world logistics data f... |
| 17.06.2025 | Planted verdoppelt Produktionskapazität |
Immer mehr Einzelhändler in Europa setzen auf das innovative planted.steak: Allein in den vergangenen Wochen erfolgten weitere bedeutende nationale Listungen bei REWE und Kaufland in Deutschland, Tesco in Grossbritannien, Carrefour in Fran... |
| 17.06.2025 | Planted Doubles Production Capacity with New Production Site in Bavaria | Planted, the Swiss company known for its plant-based meat products, has officially opened a new production facility in Memmingen, Bavaria, expanding its reach across Europe. The new plant, which incorporates advanced fermentation technology... |
| 12.06.2025 | The Rise of Private Labels: A New Era in Plant-Based and Snack Markets | The landscape of consumer goods is shifting. Private-label products are no longer the underdogs. They are becoming the champions of the plant-based and snack markets. This transformation is not just a trend; it’s a revolution. In Europe, pr... |
| 11.06.2025 | Analysis: Private-Label Products Are Driving Plant-Based Retail Sales Growth in Four European Countries | GFI Europe has analysed previously unpublished Circana data, finding that cheaper private label products led to a growth in plant-based retail sales volumes across France, Germany, Italy, and Spain between 2022 and 2024.
In Germany, the sal... |
| 28.05.2025 | The Rise of Potato Milk: DUG Foodtech's Bold Move in Germany | In a world where plant-based diets are becoming the norm, DUG Foodtech is making waves with its innovative potato-based milk. This Swedish brand is not just another player in the alternative milk market; it’s a game changer. The company has... |
| 28.05.2025 | Financial Restructuring and Culinary Innovation: A Tale of Two Companies | In the fast-paced world of business, companies often find themselves at a crossroads. They must adapt, innovate, and sometimes reinvent themselves to thrive. Two recent stories illustrate this dynamic: ADDvise Group AB's financial restructu... |
| 26.05.2025 | DUG Foodtech in the spotlight: Potato-based drink captivates German media and consumers | DUG Foodtech in the spotlight: Potato-based drink captivates German media and consumers
Mon, May 26, 2025 17:49 CET Report this content
The Swedish brand DUG is making headlines in Germany as its pioneering potato-based milk alternative rec... |
| 26.05.2025 | Sustainability in Retail: What’s Next? | Leading German supermarkets—including Aldi Nord and Süd, Edeka, Kaufland, Lidl, and Rewe—recently met in Berlin to discuss the Superlist Environment study assessing their sustainability performance. While concrete commitments remain limited... |
| 03.05.2025 | The Rise of Plant-Based Alternatives: A New Era for Meat Substitutes | In the world of food, change is the only constant. The rise of plant-based alternatives is reshaping our plates and our perceptions. One company at the forefront of this revolution is Planted, a Swiss brand that has made waves with its inno... |
| 03.05.2025 | Plant-Based Revolution: The Rise of Tofu and Tempeh in Retail | The plant-based food scene is buzzing. It’s a movement, a shift in how we think about our plates. Two companies, Tofoo Co. and Better Nature, are leading the charge in the UK. They’re not just selling food; they’re reshaping diets and lifes... |
| 01.05.2025 | Better Nature Appoints Head of Sales, Following Forbes 30 Under 30 Recognition for Co-CEOs | Better Nature, a UK-based company known for its plant-based tempeh products, has appointed Helen Atkinson as its new Head of Sales. Atkinson, who brings experience from roles at Dr Oetker, Noble Foods, and Bel, will play a key role in expan... |
| 30.04.2025 | Planted’s Fermented Steak Arrives in the UK With Major Tesco Listing | Swiss plant-based meat brand Planted has announced that its steak alternative, planted.steak, has gained a listing at major UK retailer Tesco.
The product is made using a fermentation process, which reportedly gives it an authentic umami fl... |
| 09.04.2025 | Tempeh Brand Better Nature Launches at Hundreds of REWE Stores Across Germany | UK tempeh brand Better Nature has announced that its Organic and Smoky tempeh products have launched into 200 REWE stores across central Germany.
The news comes just weeks after the tempeh gained a listing at 400 REWE Sudwest stores in the ... |
| 02.04.2025 | Revo Foods Launches Black Cod Alternative Made With Fungi Protein & 3D Extrusion Technology | Austrian food tech company Revo Foods has announced the launch of EL BLANCO, an alternative to black cod made from mycoprotein (fermented fungi protein) and microalgae oils.
The product is made using a new 3D extrusion technology, which giv... |
| 18.03.2025 | Tempeh Takes Center Stage: Better Nature's Bold Move to Capture Meat-Eaters in the UK | In a world where health and sustainability collide, Better Nature is stepping into the spotlight. The company is launching an enhanced version of its Organic Tempeh, aiming to capture the attention of health-conscious meat-eaters in the UK.... |
| 18.03.2025 | Tempeh Triumphs: Better Nature's Bold Move to Capture Meat-Eaters' Hearts | In a world where health-conscious choices reign supreme, Better Nature is making waves with its enhanced tempeh. This isn't just any tempeh; it's a game-changer. Launched in the UK, this product aims to bridge the gap between plant-based di... |
| 17.03.2025 | Better Nature Rolls Out Enhanced Tempeh to Appeal to Health-Conscious Meat-Eaters in the UK | Better Nature is launching an enhanced version of its Organic Tempeh this week, now available at major UK retailers including Tesco, Asda, and Ocado. The product has been reformulated to appeal to a broader audience, including meat-eaters s... |
| 05.03.2025 | “Wir sind jedes Jahr erstaunt, in welchem Tempo wir wachsen” | Das Hamburger Food-Startup ahead, 2017 von den ehemaligen Bundeswehr-Offizieren Philip Brohlburg und Johannes Sörensen gegründet, setzt auf gesunde Snacks. In den vergangenen Jahren investierten DN Capital, JamJar, G-Fund, Foodlabs und Döhl... |
| 07.02.2025 | Why the Vegan Kitkat Failed To Convince Consumers | Nestlé has officially confirmed that the KitKat V, its plant-based version of the popular chocolate bar, has been discontinued in all markets except the UK.
The vegan KitKat initially launched in the UK in 2021 before expanding to the EU in... |
| 14.01.2025 | Formo Secures €35M From European Investment Bank to Scale Animal-Free Cheese & Eggs | German food tech company Formo, which specialises in fermentation processes for the production of animal-free cheese alternatives, has secured a €35 million venture debt loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB).
The loan is guaranteed b... |
| 08.01.2025 | Godo Röben: “In Any Other Industry, the Champagne Corks Would Pop With These Figures” | Hardly anyone knows the plant-based industry in Germany as well as Godo Röben. With his impressive experience – from his work as a member of the supervisory board at Bauer to his advisory and advisory board mandates at REWE, LIDL, IFF/Billi... |
| 29.11.2024 | KoRo Raises €35M in Series C Funding | KoRo, a Berlin, Germany-based snacking brand, raised €35M in Series C funding.
The round was led by Coefficient Capital, with participation from existing investors Five Seasons Ventures, HV Capital, Partech, Haub Legacy Ventures and SevenVe... |
| 08.11.2024 | The Green Shift: Plant-Based Foods Gain Ground in Europe | The winds of change are blowing through Europe. Plant-based foods are no longer just a niche market; they are becoming a staple. Recent studies reveal a significant shift in consumer habits and pricing, particularly in Germany. For the firs... |
| 07.11.2024 | Plant-based Alternatives Now Cheaper Than Animal Products Across Several Categories in Germany | Plant-based alternatives “represent a real ray of hope for hard-pressed households” in Germany, according to a new ProVeg study which finds that, for the first time, the cost of a plant-based shopping basket has fallen below that of its ani... |
| 04.11.2024 | The Plant-Based Revolution: Wholefoods and Vegan Supermarkets Lead the Charge | The world of food is changing. A revolution is brewing, and it’s green. As consumers become more health-conscious, the demand for wholefood-focused plant-based products is surging. This shift is not just a trend; it’s a movement towards cle... |
| 29.10.2024 | REWE Confident About Success of its Berlin Vegan Supermarket 6 Months After Launch With 5,500 Weekly Shoppers | With the statement, “We’re a real supermarket, just entirely plant-based,” Dennis Henkelman, the operator of REWE voll pflanzlich and REWE Group Management Board member Peter Maly, launched Germany’s first fully vegan supermarket this April... |
| 18.10.2024 | Lidl’s Green Gamble: A Game Changer for German Retailers | Lidl is shaking up the German retail scene. Its ambitious climate targets are not just numbers on a page; they are a call to action. With a focus on reducing Scope 3 emissions, Lidl is leading the charge. Other retailers, like Rewe, are fee... |
| 17.10.2024 | Lidl’s Targeted Climate Targets Put Pressure on Other German Retailers | Lidl’s climate targets, supported by its protein diversification scheme, puts other German retailers, such as Rewe, under pressure in the race to reduce emissions, according to Madre Brava‘s climate and food system experts.
In its latest su... |
| 18.09.2024 | +++ SellerX +++ Flink +++ Win-Initiative +++ Mytheresa +++ Armedangels +++ | Was gibt’s Neues? In unserem #StartupTicker liefern wir eine kompakte Übersicht über die wichtigsten Startup-Nachrichten des Tages (Mittwoch, 18. September) #STARTUPLAND: LEARN, CONNECT, GROW
Kommt mit ins Startupland! Es erwartet Euch eine... |
| 17.09.2024 | Flink erhält 150 Millionen – Reactive Robotics bekommt 5 Millionen – VidLab7 sammelt 3,5 Millionen ein | Im #DealMonitor für den 17. September werfen wir einen Blick auf die wichtigsten, spannendsten und interessantesten Investments und Exits des Tages in der DACH-Region. Alle Deals der Vortage gibt es im großen und übersichtlichen #DealMonito... |
| 30.08.2024 | Planted Presents Plant-Based Whole Muscle Steak at SIAL Paris, Announces Listings in French Retail and Food Service | Swiss food tech company Planted has announced that it will be exhibiting at this year’s SIAL Paris.
With ‘planted.steak’, Planted has developed a plant-based steak that is already available for consumers in many European restaurants. Follow... |
| 08.08.2024 | Better Nature Brings its Tempeh to German Chiller Cabinets Through REWE Deal | Tempeh products in Organic and Smoked varieties from UK startup Better Nature are now available throughout Germany at REWE, furthering the company’s German retail footprint in addition to its availability at Edeka in the Rhine-Ruhr region.
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| 05.08.2024 | Veganz Secures €10M to Scale Production of Mililk 2D-Printed Milk Alternatives | German plant-based food producer Veganz Group AG has signed a Securities Purchase Agreement with Global Corporate Finance LLC (GCF), securing equity financing of up to €10 million.
The funding will allow Veganz to scale up the production of... |
| 01.08.2024 | Navigating the Digital Frontier: Enablo and Flip's Strategic Partnership Amidst Regulatory Challenges | In a world where technology and communication are the lifeblood of business, partnerships can be the lifeboats that keep companies afloat. Enablo, an Australian technology provider, has recently joined forces with Flip, a Super App designed... |
| 31.07.2024 | The Rise of Plant-Based Innovation: A New Era in Food Production | The food landscape is shifting. Traditional ingredients are being replaced by innovative alternatives. This transformation is driven by consumer demand for healthier, ethical, and sustainable options. Two recent developments highlight this ... |
| 30.07.2024 | Poultry Giant PHW Enters Precision Fermentation Ingredients With New Subsidiary | PHW Group, the largest poultry producer in Germany known for the Wiesenhof brand, will establish a new subsidiary later this year, focusing on traditional and precision fermentation to develop ingredients for alternative protein and blended... |
| 30.07.2024 | Leading Australian Technology, Communication and Productivity Solutions provider Enablo announces strategic partnership with the Super App for frontline workers Flip for Meta Workplace transition | Enablo, a leading Australian technology, communication and productivity solutions provider and one of the largest partners of Meta’s enterprise communications software Workplace, announces a partnership that will allow Meta Workplace custom... |
| 24.06.2024 | Veg of Lund launches DUG potato drink in REWE’s online store with distributor CENFOOD GmbH | Veg of Lund launches DUG potato drink in REWE’s online store with distributor CENFOOD GmbH
Mon, Jun 24, 2024 14:39 CET Report this content
CENFOOD GmbH, a pioneer in intelligent supply chain solutions for the German food sector, has success... |
| 21.06.2024 | German Nutrition Society Revises Health & Climate Stance on Plant-Based Diets | 4 Mins Read The German Nutrition Society has reassessed the impacts of plant-based foods and changed its official position on veganism, noting that it can be a ‘health-promoting’ diet.
The body responsible for creating Germany’s dietary gui... |
| 06.06.2024 | Planted’s Fermented Steak Arrives in Swiss & German Retail | Following the successful launch of its fermented steak in the catering trade in March, Swiss food tech pioneer Planted is now also launching its fermented steak in the retail sector in Switzerland at Coop and in Germany at REWE. The planted... |
| 29.04.2024 | German inflation creeps up to 2.4% in April on back of higher food prices | - |
| 19.04.2024 | Flink erhält weitere 100 Millionen – Secondaries-Deal bei GetYourGuide – DocuWare übernimmt Natif.ai | Im #DealMonitor für den 19. April werfen wir einen Blick auf die wichtigsten, spannendsten und interessantesten Investments und Exits des Tages in der DACH-Region. Alle Deals der Vortage gibt es im großen und übersichtlichen #DealMonitor-Ar... |
| 18.04.2024 | Veganz Supplies its ‘Mililk’ Printed Oat Milk Discs to Rewe | Veganz Group AG is now producing its latest food innovation Mililk, a patented milk alternative from the 2D printer, in-house for the Rewe Group.
Under the Food For Future and Rewe Bio brands, the Bio Mililk Barista is available nationally ... |
| 12.04.2024 | REWE Inaugurates its First Fully Plant-Based Supermarket in Berlin | REWE opened its first purely plant-based supermarket in Berlin yesterday. The “REWE voll pflanzlich” supermarket on Warschauer Brücke in the Friedrichshain district offers more than 2,700 vegan products. In addition to more than 3,800 store... |
| 20.03.2024 | Germany: REWE to Open First Vegan Supermarket in Former Veganz Store | German retailer REWE is set to open its first fully vegan supermarket, called REWE voll pflanzlich, in Berlin. The store is on the site of the former Veganz supermarket at Warschauer Brücke in Berlin-Friedrichshain, which closed in December... |
| 07.07.2023 | Chiron Capital Management Makes Strategic Investment in Beyond Meat, Recognizing the Potential of Plant-Based Meat | Chiron Capital Management reportedly purchased 10,953 shares of Beyond Meat (NASDAQ: BYND) at an estimated value of $178,000 in Q1, 2023 — a move signaling that the US fund is confident of the potential success of Beyond Meat and the plant-... |
| 05.07.2023 | Beyond Meat Launches Beyond Nuggets and Beyond Tenders at REWE Germany | Beyond Meat (NASDAQ: BYND) is expanding its range in Germany with two new plant-based chicken-style products: Beyond Nuggets and Beyond Tenders. The product innovations will initially be available in 1,600 REWE stores and in the REWE Online... |
| 23.06.2023 | Scopri il mercato del Venture Capital a maggio 2023 | Come è andato il mercato del Venture Capital a maggio 2023? Facciamo insieme una carrellata delle startup, delle scaleup e dei round più interessanti, tenendo presente che rispetto allo scorso anno si registra un calo molto significativo.
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| 25.11.2019 | Rewe expands its package service | Customers of German supermarket Rewe can now choose from an even larger selection online to have it delivered with Rewe’s package service. They can order all kinds of private label products, durable foods and non-food items, all with no min... |
