Nutritional supplement manufacturer Zooki secures £1.8million funding from NatWest for pioneering research and development

Blackpool based nutritional supplement manufacturer Zooki has received £1.8 million funding from NatWest to support its future growth plans in the wellness market.

Zooki is a new NatWest customer and the funding package will provide working capital to support research and development into new product lines and flavours as the business continues to innovate and bring new solutions to market for customers worldwide. Zooki prides itself on its cutting-edge science-led approach and is currently backed by seven different scientific trials, including lab based and real-life patient clinical trials involving human participants.

Zooki manufacture a range of supplements including collagen, electrolytes and vitamins, all containing natural ingredients and flavourings. Operating independently from the UK, Zooki’s products are now sold in over 33 countries worldwide, with the business experiencing almost 100% growth over the last year.

Currently stocked by retailers such as Holland & Barrett, Sainsbury’s, Wholefoods, Planet Organic, Harrods and Selfridges, Zooki holds exciting plans to use the funding to enhance brand visibility and launch product lines in mainstream retailers in the near future.

Based in Blackpool, the business already invests heavily within the local workforce, recently doubling their headcount with new offices and equipment.

Alan Gordon, Finance Director at Zooki, said: “This funding deal with NatWest is a really important step in propelling our growth in the market and ensuring we can continue innovating to deliver high-performing products that ultimately taste great too.

“We’re thrilled to have completed the deal which kick-starts our relationship with NatWest and we’re looking forward to creating a long-term partnership built for the future.”

As Britain’s biggest bank for business, NatWest supports businesses across the country in achieving their growth goals.

Chris Boardman, Relationship Director at NatWest, said: “Helping innovative, passionate businesses and business leaders to grow and scale is a core part of our mission at NatWest so we’re delighted to support Zooki with this funding package.

“Zooki is making a substantial impact in the industry. Their customer-centric approach and dedication to forward-thinking innovation has seen them go from strength to strength and we’re looking forward to being a part of their continued success in the health and wellness sector.”

Ranking in Forbes Top 50 companies for Reinvention & Resilience, Zooki employs bespoke IP technology across its product range as part of its mission to create the world’s most bioavailable, effective, and delightful nutrition products.