Modern Milkman, the UK-based sustainable grocery delivery service, has secured £10 million in funding led by Salica Investments, bringing its total funding to over £60 million.

Expansion and Sustainability

Founded in 2019 by Simon Mellin, Modern Milkman began as a local milk delivery service and has since expanded into a national operation. The company operates an optimized supply chain, sourcing fresh produce from independent British suppliers. The app-based platform supports automated routing and order processing to align deliveries with demand and reduce waste. Groceries and breakfast items are delivered up to three times per week in reusable glass bottles and returnable containers, supporting a closed-loop system that reduces single-use packaging.

Future Investments

Mellin stated that Modern Milkman offers a distinctive and convenient service for households across the UK, adding that the new investment will support the development of more integrated doorstep services. Modern Milkman now serves more than 100,000 households across the UK and expanded into the US in January 2024 through a strategic acquisition. The investment will support the continued development of Modern Milkman’s doorstep delivery model and logistics platform, with plans to introduce additional integrated services aimed at making sustainable choices more accessible and convenient for customers.