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UK-based materials science company KluraLabs has raised £8 million in funding to accelerate the roll-out of its packaging technology solution across global retail supply chains.

The investment will support wider commercial deployment of the company’s packaging solution, which is designed to slow food spoilage, extend shelf life and significantly reduce waste.

Founded in 2020 and headquartered at the EpiCentre laboratory facility in Cambridge, KluraLabs works with partners across the food industry with a goal of transforming everyday food packaging through advanced materials science.

Its innovation brings advanced antimicrobial and preservation capabilities to everyday packaging without compromising sustainability or food quality.

The solution is engineered to integrate with existing packaging supply chains and, according to KluraLabs, is already generating interest for applications across high-loss fresh produce, bakery, pre-packed meals and more.

Matin Mohseni, co-founder and COO of KluraLabs, commented: “We’re delighted to secure this significant round of funding to take our technology to the next stage of commercial scale-up”.

“This funding validates both the urgency of tackling food waste and the confidence investors have in our science-driven approach to transforming the food system.”