Temasek Holdings

Temasek Holdings is an investment company based in Singapore, founded in 1974, with a diverse portfolio valued at approximately S$242 billion. The firm invests across various sectors, including telecommunications, media and technology, financial services, transportation, consumer products, real estate, life sciences, agriculture, and energy. Temasek's investment strategy is guided by long-term trends, focusing on themes such as transforming economies, rising middle-income populations, and emerging champions. Its investment structure includes a mix of liquid assets, listed and unlisted holdings, and private equity, reflecting a commitment to being a significant shareholder in both local and international businesses. Temasek Capital Management, a subsidiary, specializes in private equity and mid-stage technology and life sciences investments, further enhancing Temasek's global investment footprint.

John Marren

Senior Managing Director

Lim Ming Pey

Associate Director

Past deals in FMCG

COFCO

Post in 2023
COFCO is the largest supplier of diversified products and services in the agricultural products and food industry in China. It is devoted to utilizing renewable natural resources to provide healthy and nutritious food, high quality lifestyle and services, as well as contributing to improve people’s living standards, social prosperity and stability. COFCO plays a pivotal role as a bridge in the markets of edible oils and foodstuff between China and the world, and serves as the main importing and exporting channel for bulk agricultural products such as wheat, corn, rice and sugar. As an investment holding company specialized in trade and processing of oil and foodstuff as well as other businesses, COFCO continuously strives to upgrade its oil and foodstuff chains, which include those of oils and oilseeds, corn, wheat, rice, wine, tomatoes, dairy products, meat, barley, tea, chocolate and various other products. In light of China's economic growth, return on shareholders’ value and available business resources, COFCO is also involved in the development of real estate, hotels, non-grain bio-energy, packaging, finance and other industries.

Country Delight

Series D in 2022
Country Delight produces and distributes milk intended to provide good quality and unadulterated milk at doorstep. The company's application offers to order milk products and have them delivered directly from the farmer, enabling customers to get rid off the hassle of managing ones milk requirements.

Farmer Business Network

Series G in 2021
Farmer Business Network (FBN) is an independent agronomic information network designed to enhance the livelihoods of farmers by making data accessible and useful. Leveraging data science and machine learning, FBN offers its members unbiased insights about their fields, drawing on billions of data points collected from a vast network of farmers. The platform provides valuable resources such as product performance analytics, benchmarking, and predictive insights based on real-world agricultural data. By connecting farmers across the United States, FBN helps them achieve input savings, gain profitable insights, and secure better crop prices, ultimately fostering a collaborative environment that benefits the agricultural community.

Genki Forest

Venture Round in 2021
Genki Forest is a beverage company with Internet genes which specializes in making sugar-free and low-calorie products.

Fabric

Series C in 2021
Fabric is developing an on-demand supply chain solution aimed at grocery retailers, enabling them to provide sustainable, one-hour delivery services to their online customers. The company has created Micro-Fulfillment Centers, which are urban, automated fulfillment facilities designed to optimize local distribution while maintaining cost-efficiency. By leveraging advanced robotics and artificial intelligence, Fabric redefines the fulfillment and delivery process in urban settings. This innovative approach addresses the challenges of last-mile delivery, allowing retailers to implement true on-demand services, significantly lower operational costs, and achieve enhanced scalability in their operations.

Growthwell Group

Series A in 2021
Growthwell Group is the only vegetarian food solutions company that helps F&B businesses and organizations to get high-quality products and excellent logistics support & customer service so that they can grow, profit and succeed with us.

Genki Forest

Venture Round in 2021
Genki Forest is a beverage company with Internet genes which specializes in making sugar-free and low-calorie products.

Furong Xingsheng

Venture Round in 2021
Furong Xingsheng, founded in 2009 and based in Changsha, China, operates convenience stores that serve the local community's daily needs. The company has evolved into a community shopping platform known as Xingsheng Youxuan, which was established in 2018. This platform utilizes a hybrid retail model that combines online ordering with offline pick-up, allowing consumers to access a variety of fresh products. The offerings include fresh vegetables, fruits, meat and poultry, seafood, staple foods, seasonings, and other household items. Through its network of convenience stores, Furong Xingsheng aims to provide convenient access to essential goods for consumers in the region.

Farmer Business Network

Series F in 2020
Farmer Business Network (FBN) is an independent agronomic information network designed to enhance the livelihoods of farmers by making data accessible and useful. Leveraging data science and machine learning, FBN offers its members unbiased insights about their fields, drawing on billions of data points collected from a vast network of farmers. The platform provides valuable resources such as product performance analytics, benchmarking, and predictive insights based on real-world agricultural data. By connecting farmers across the United States, FBN helps them achieve input savings, gain profitable insights, and secure better crop prices, ultimately fostering a collaborative environment that benefits the agricultural community.

Growthwell Group

Venture Round in 2020
Growthwell Group is the only vegetarian food solutions company that helps F&B businesses and organizations to get high-quality products and excellent logistics support & customer service so that they can grow, profit and succeed with us.

Fabric

Series B in 2020
Fabric is developing an on-demand supply chain solution aimed at grocery retailers, enabling them to provide sustainable, one-hour delivery services to their online customers. The company has created Micro-Fulfillment Centers, which are urban, automated fulfillment facilities designed to optimize local distribution while maintaining cost-efficiency. By leveraging advanced robotics and artificial intelligence, Fabric redefines the fulfillment and delivery process in urban settings. This innovative approach addresses the challenges of last-mile delivery, allowing retailers to implement true on-demand services, significantly lower operational costs, and achieve enhanced scalability in their operations.

LF Logistics

Private Equity Round in 2019
LF Logistics is the supply chain partner of choice for companies looking to sustainably grow in Asia. Their network spanning Greater China, ASEAN, Japan, Korea, the Middle East, and Indian subcontinent provides us with a strong “home court advantage” in this culturally diverse and economically active region. Their strength lies in numbers. We manage 26 million square feet of space and are growing at an annual rate of 35%. Partnering with more than 400 world-renowned companies, we deliver 100 million units of consumer products each day.

Farmer Business Network

Series D in 2017
Farmer Business Network (FBN) is an independent agronomic information network designed to enhance the livelihoods of farmers by making data accessible and useful. Leveraging data science and machine learning, FBN offers its members unbiased insights about their fields, drawing on billions of data points collected from a vast network of farmers. The platform provides valuable resources such as product performance analytics, benchmarking, and predictive insights based on real-world agricultural data. By connecting farmers across the United States, FBN helps them achieve input savings, gain profitable insights, and secure better crop prices, ultimately fostering a collaborative environment that benefits the agricultural community.

FirstCry

Series D in 2016
FirstCry is an online portal for baby products and toys. They have over 20000+ items from 250+ top International and Indian brands like Mattel, Ben10, Pigeon, Funskool, Hotwheels, Nuby, Farlin, Medela, Pampers, Disney, Barbie, Gerber, Zapak, Mee Mee, and so on. The company provides best of the products and brands at the best prices with quality online shopping experience, fast and reliable delivery service, and a prompt customer care. FirstCry was founded in 2010 and is based in Pune, India.

Alibaba Group

Post in 2016
Alibaba Group is a leading global online and mobile commerce company based in Hangzhou, China, founded in 1999. The company operates a diverse range of platforms, including Taobao, a consumer-to-consumer marketplace, and Tmall, a business-to-consumer platform. Alibaba also manages Alibaba.com and 1688.com for wholesale transactions, along with AliExpress for international retail. Its services extend beyond e-commerce to cloud computing, digital media and entertainment, and local consumer services. Key assets include Cainiao, a logistics network, and Ele.me, a local delivery service. Additionally, Alibaba offers various marketing services, payment solutions, and operates content platforms such as Youku and Alibaba Pictures. As the world's largest online commerce entity by gross merchandise volume, Alibaba plays a crucial role in connecting consumers and businesses, facilitating transactions, and enhancing operational efficiencies through cutting-edge technology.

Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals

Private Equity Round in 2015
Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd. manufactures and markets a wide spectrum of consumer products ranging from fans, light sources and luminaires, pumps and household appliances, such as geysers, mixer grinders, toasters and irons. Crompton has been the market leader in fans, domestic pumps and street lighting for over 20 years. It has manufacturing locations in Goa, Vadodara, Ahmednagar and Baddi. Crompton products are available in nearly 150,000 retail points across the country. The business is rapidly expanding into new categories and expanding it's "Reach".

FirstCry

Series C in 2014
FirstCry is an online portal for baby products and toys. They have over 20000+ items from 250+ top International and Indian brands like Mattel, Ben10, Pigeon, Funskool, Hotwheels, Nuby, Farlin, Medela, Pampers, Disney, Barbie, Gerber, Zapak, Mee Mee, and so on. The company provides best of the products and brands at the best prices with quality online shopping experience, fast and reliable delivery service, and a prompt customer care. FirstCry was founded in 2010 and is based in Pune, India.

Alibaba Group

Private Equity Round in 2011
Alibaba Group is a leading global online and mobile commerce company based in Hangzhou, China, founded in 1999. The company operates a diverse range of platforms, including Taobao, a consumer-to-consumer marketplace, and Tmall, a business-to-consumer platform. Alibaba also manages Alibaba.com and 1688.com for wholesale transactions, along with AliExpress for international retail. Its services extend beyond e-commerce to cloud computing, digital media and entertainment, and local consumer services. Key assets include Cainiao, a logistics network, and Ele.me, a local delivery service. Additionally, Alibaba offers various marketing services, payment solutions, and operates content platforms such as Youku and Alibaba Pictures. As the world's largest online commerce entity by gross merchandise volume, Alibaba plays a crucial role in connecting consumers and businesses, facilitating transactions, and enhancing operational efficiencies through cutting-edge technology.