Plant-based whole cut pioneer Umiami has been selected to join the French Tech 2030 program, a governmental initiative to strengthen France’s industrial and technological sovereignty.
The 125 selected participants were required to meet at least one of France 2030’s objectives; they had to demonstrate capabilities to accelerate their development and have high technological level and economic potential, among other prerequisites.
Announced on June 14, the program’s participants will benefit from financial and extra-financial support for one year. La French Tech alongside the Secrétariat général pour l’investissement and Bpifrance, operate the program.
Sustainable proteins
Founded in 2020 by Tristan Maurel and Martin Habfast, with the support of AgroParisTech and the Technical University of Munich (TUM), Umiami manufactures 100% vegan meat and fish to transform the food production system. The startup’s first product range includes alternatives to chicken breasts, cod, and nuggets.
“We must change our eating habits to reduce our environmental footprint, but this isn’t always easy. Our plant-based chicken contributes to ecological transition, by enabling consumers to increase the amount of plant protein on their plates, without too much effort, and without delay,” Habfast said in a statement announcing a €30 million raise.
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