BLING Capital Invests in Angry Camel
We’re proud to announce our investment in Angry Camel, a Malmö-based foodtech company run by Kotaiba Aal and Bakr Jahhan. Together with lead investor Jenny Lindén Urnes, Chair of Lindéngruppen AB and a champion of industrial innovation with purpose, we are backing a high-performance, functional protein designed for the B2B food industry.
Why We Invested
The food industry needs a reliable and sustainable alternative to egg whites. Many current alternatives struggle with scalability and consistency, failing to meet the needs of industrial B2B food manufacturers in terms of supply, cost, and performance. Angry Camel’s ChickBumin® solves these problems. This single-ingredient, high-performance protein is derived from chickpea through a unique, solvent-free extraction process. It offers a scalable solution with minimal batch-to-batch variation, ensuring a consistent supply of up to 2000 tonnes annually. With a shelf life of up to 24 months, ChickBumin® meets and exceeds industry demands for a high-performance protein.
The Team and Their Expertise
Kotaiba Aal and Bakr Jahhan bring a wealth of experience and expertise to Angry Camel. Kotaiba’s academic background and expertise in project management and innovation have been instrumental in driving the company’s strategic vision and growth. Bakr’s extensive experience in food technology and scaling up industrial production ensures that Angry Camel’s technology is not only innovative but also practical and scalable.
Their innovative approach and commitment to sustainability have earned them recognition and accolades, including the Årets Nystart Award 2024 in Skåne and the Golden Winner at MassChallenge – Switzerland 2024.
Strategic Partnerships
Angry Camel has built strong partnerships with leading industry players and research institutions. They have partnered with Bühler Group, one of the largest food processing companies in the world, and Endeco Gmbh, a key player in food processing and manufacturing. Additionally, they have collaborated with prestigious universities like KTH Royal Institute of Technology and Lund University, which have been instrumental in refining the technology and exploring synergies with local crops.
These partnerships position Angry Camel to scale their technology and make a significant impact on the global food industry.
Looking Ahead
With this investment, Angry Camel will scale pilot production, secure commercial contracts, and prepare for a 2026 seed round aimed at ramping up manufacturing capacity and entering key European markets. We’re excited to support their journey from lab to market.
About Angry Camel
Angry Camel is pioneering the use of a solvent-free extraction process to produce high-performance protein from chickpea. Their allergen-free, single-ingredient product meets the demands of modern food manufacturers seeking sustainable, high-performance alternatives to animal proteins.
Join Us in Supporting Angry Camel
We are thrilled to welcome Angry Camel to the BLING Capital family and look forward to their continued success. Visit Chickbumin.com to learn more about this innovative company and their mission to create a more sustainable and resilient food industry.
