DELI LITES Raises $19M to Accelerate Global Food Innovation

DELI LITES, an award-winning manufacturer of artisanal, gourmet, high-quality food-to-go solutions, has successfully secured $19,000,000 in a new funding round. This substantial investment marks a significant milestone for the company as it continues to expand its presence in the competitive food on the move market. Founded in 1998 by Brian and Jackie Reid, DELI LITES IRELAND brings over 25 years of expertise to the industry. The company operates from a state-of-the-art facility with a team of over 350 skilled professionals, hand-crafting premium food solutions. Their extensive range includes hot and cold sandwiches, wraps, salads, snacks, and artisanal baked goods, all made using fine local ingredients. DELI LITES serves a wide range of customers through branded and private-label partnerships across the retail, food service, travel, education, and catering sectors in Irish, UK, and global markets. The company is also notable as the world’s first B Corp-certified sandwich manufacturer, proudly meeting high social and environmental standards. The newly raised capital is poised to fuel DELI LITES' strategic growth initiatives. While specific plans for the utilization of these funds were not detailed, the company is expected to channel the investment into expanding its operational capabilities, enhancing its chef-led innovation, and further penetrating key markets. This funding round underscores investor confidence in DELI LITES' established business model, its commitment to uncompromising quality, and its pioneering role in sustainable food production. This injection of capital positions DELI LITES for continued leadership in the premium food on the move sector. With a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and quality, the company remains dedicated to its mission of sustaining people and planet by innovating responsibly, ensuring its business acts as a force for good.