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Modern Milkman, the UK-based sustainable grocery delivery service, has secured a £10 million investment from Salica Investments, bringing its total funding to more than £60 million and strengthening its position as a leading player in the circular economy.

The funding will support the expansion of the company’s doorstep delivery model and the development of a broader integrated logistics and services platform for UK households.

Leveraging its established delivery infrastructure, Modern Milkman plans to introduce new services designed to make sustainable consumption more accessible and convenient for consumers.

The investment marks Modern Milkman as the first direct-to-consumer business in Salica Investments’ Growth Debt Fund portfolio, signalling strong investor confidence in the company’s scalable model and long-term growth strategy.

Founded in 2019 by Simon Mellin, Modern Milkman now serves more than 100,000 households across the UK.

The business has also expanded internationally, entering the US market in January 2024 through a strategic acquisition and currently operating in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Ohio and New York.

“This timely investment from Salica enables us to go beyond customer expectations and unlock a new generation of integrated doorstep services,” said Mellin.

“Our growth and customer satisfaction demonstrate a clear consumer appetite for sustainable alternatives. With this backing, we’re well-positioned to scale while helping households reduce their environmental impact.”

Modern Milkman operates a closed-loop delivery system, supplying groceries and breakfast essentials in reusable glass bottles and returnable containers. Its app-driven ordering and automated routing platform is designed to minimise waste by delivering only required quantities, while sourcing fresh produce from independent British suppliers.

Usman Ali, Partner in Salica’s Growth Debt Fund, said: “Modern Milkman is a business with exceptional leadership and a clear strategy. Its commitment to sustainability and the circular economy creates long-term value while addressing global environmental challenges.”

The latest investment represents a significant milestone in Modern Milkman’s mission to redefine sustainable doorstep delivery at scale, as consumer demand continues to grow for environmentally responsible food and beverage supply models.