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 Food Processing

InnovaFeed

Series D in 2022
InnovaFeed SAS is a biotech company based in Evry, France, that specializes in producing insect-based meal and oil primarily for the aquaculture industry. Founded in 2015, the company rears Hermetia illucens, commonly known as black soldier flies, to create innovative products such as ProtiNova, a protein source; SaniNova, a natural oil; and FertiNova, nutrient-rich insect droppings. InnovaFeed's approach integrates insect rearing into the agri-food system, focusing on nutrient recycling to provide sustainable feed for fish, birds, and small mammals. As global demand for protein rises, InnovaFeed's operations aim to contribute to a more sustainable food system while supporting the development of high-quality aquaculture practices.

Next Gen Foods

Series A in 2022
Next Gen Foods is a food-tech startup that offers plant-based meats products. We use plants to create a delicious and satisfying meat experience that will make you forget animal meat even exists.

Clara Foods Co.

Series C in 2021
Clara Foods Co. specializes in producing animal-free proteins and ingredients for the food and beverage industry. Founded in 2014 and based in South San Francisco, California, the company utilizes advanced fermentation techniques to create functional and nutritional proteins derived from microorganisms. This innovative approach allows Clara Foods to offer a sustainable alternative to traditional animal agriculture, focusing on products such as baking ingredients, nutritional supplements, and egg white substitutes that are free from pathogens and salmonella. Their egg white products are particularly suited for baking applications, including cakes, meringues, and macarons. Clara Foods aims to transform the food industry by providing healthier and more humane protein sources.

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.

Next Gen Foods

Seed Round in 2021
Next Gen Foods is a food-tech startup that offers plant-based meats products. We use plants to create a delicious and satisfying meat experience that will make you forget animal meat even exists.

Hazel Technologies

Series C in 2021
Hazel Technologies, Inc. designs and manufactures packaging inserts to reduce the spoilage of fruits and vegetables. It offers packaging inserts called sachets that are placed in boxes of the produce by growers at the time of harvest, extending the shelf-life of produce by slowing aging in produce and preventing fungus or decay. The company also provides agricultural and horticultural consulting services. Hazel Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2015 and is based in Chicago, Illinois with an additional location in Salinas, California.

Next Gen Foods

Seed Round in 2021
Next Gen Foods is a food-tech startup that offers plant-based meats products. We use plants to create a delicious and satisfying meat experience that will make you forget animal meat even exists.

InnovaFeed

Venture Round in 2020
InnovaFeed SAS is a biotech company based in Evry, France, that specializes in producing insect-based meal and oil primarily for the aquaculture industry. Founded in 2015, the company rears Hermetia illucens, commonly known as black soldier flies, to create innovative products such as ProtiNova, a protein source; SaniNova, a natural oil; and FertiNova, nutrient-rich insect droppings. InnovaFeed's approach integrates insect rearing into the agri-food system, focusing on nutrient recycling to provide sustainable feed for fish, birds, and small mammals. As global demand for protein rises, InnovaFeed's operations aim to contribute to a more sustainable food system while supporting the development of high-quality aquaculture practices.

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.

Modern Meadow

Series B in 2016
Modern Meadow, LLC is a biofabrication company established in 2011 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York. The company specializes in producing animal-free leather and other cultured products, such as meat alternatives, through innovative methods that eliminate the need for animal slaughter. By utilizing living cells and fermentation-based processes, Modern Meadow develops lightweight materials that provide superior color, performance, and durability, while also promoting lab-to-brand traceability. Their approach significantly reduces the inputs of land, water, energy, and chemicals, contributing to lower greenhouse gas emissions. This focus on sustainability enables customers to maintain the quality and appearance of materials without relying on petrochemical inputs or animal-derived substances.