Ferovinum, a British FinTech startup specialising in funding and supply chain solutions for the global drinks industry, has closed a €468 million asset-backed securitisation programme.
The facility, involving credit investors such as Pollen Street Capital alongside investment banks, marks a significant milestone as the company accelerates its international expansion.
Mitchell Fowler, Co-founder and CEO, shared with EU-Startups: “Ferovinum’s USD 550 million asset-backed securitisation marks a transformative moment for the drinks industry. By unlocking access to a wider pool of private credit investors and global investment banks, we’re scaling up the working capital support available to producers, distributors and brand owners across the sector. What makes this especially exciting is that the funding is seamlessly embedded within our end-to-end supply chain solution – enabling our clients to achieve best-in-class efficiency in procurement and distribution across their sales channels.”
Founded in 2018 by Mitchel Fowler and Daniel Gibney, Ferovinum provides capital and logistics support tailored to the specific challenges of the drinks industry. The startup’s technology enables brands and distributors to reportedly unlock capital trapped in inventory, optimise procurement and simplify the often convoluted task of moving alcohol domestically and internationally.
Through their platform, businesses can manage working capital and scale operations across multiple markets.
The new debt facility will allow Ferovinum to extend its services beyond its home market in the United Kingdom to key territories across the United States, European Union and Australia.
Central to the expansion is the ability to offer enhanced liquidity and storage capabilities across major US logistics hubs, including California, Florida, New Jersey and Texas. This move signals a strategic focus on supporting US-based operators and export-driven businesses with flexible working capital solutions integrated into Ferovinum’s supply chain platform.
Daniel Gibney, Co-founder and CFO, added: “By introducing the first securitisation of its kind for the drinks industry, we reinforce our commitment by providing an avenue for wholesale capital markets to support an important segment within food and beverage – an industry we are deeply passionate about and honoured to serve. We could not be more excited about partnering with Pollen Street Capital and what it means for the industry.”
Ferovinum’s model is gaining traction as the global drinks market continues to grapple with supply chain disruptions and volatile economic conditions. The company’s flexible funding approach enables clients to react quickly to shifting demands, secure new markets and prioritise growth without being constrained by capital flow.
Fowler reiterated the urgency of modernising the sector’s infrastructure: “The drinks industry is currently navigating some of the most volatile trading conditions it has faced in the last 30 years. In order to thrive and take advantage of the opportunities this opens up in the space, businesses need access to flexible and capital-efficient funding solutions and an efficient global supply chain.
“This deal helps support our objective to help the industry operate a more capital efficient supply-chain that allows them to focus resources on their core activities and improve margins and profitability across the value chain.”
From an investment perspective, Pollen Street Capital recognises the value of Ferovinum’s integrated platform.
Connor Marshall-Mckie, Investment Director at Pollen Street, commented: “We’re delighted to partner with Ferovinum as they enter an exciting new chapter of growth. The Ferovinum team have impressed us with their deep knowledge of the drinks industry and a clear understanding of the needs of their customers. The Ferovinum product is a great example of innovation in asset-backed finance, and is a perfect fit for our asset backed credit strategy. We look forward to supporting their continued success and working closely together on this journey.”
With this new facility and expansion underway, Ferovinum is aiming to become a critical enabler of growth and resilience for drinks businesses navigating a complex global market.
Read the orginal article: https://www.eu-startups.com/2025/06/london-based-ferovinum-bottles-e468-million-to-expand-global-funding-for-the-drinks-trade/
