IO Kitchens, Oman’s leading cloud kitchen startup, has successfully completed a $2.8 million seed funding round, setting the stage for accelerated growth and innovation in the food delivery industry. The funding was led by the Tanmia Small-Cap Fund and supported by various family offices and regional investors, marking a key milestone in the company’s journey.
The fresh capital will enable IO Kitchens to scale its operations, enhance its proprietary technology platform, and expand its culinary offerings, catering to the increasing demand for high-quality, convenient food delivery services across Oman.
“We are grateful for the trust our investors have placed in us,” said Hisham Hasan, CEO and Founder of IO Kitchens. “This investment will allow us to grow our operations, improve our technology, and broaden our culinary portfolio. It will also help us form strategic partnerships to propel IO Kitchens to new heights.”
Cloud kitchens, also known as ghost kitchens, are rapidly evolving to meet modern consumer needs, and this investment will allow IO Kitchens to significantly expand its presence in Oman. The company plans to increase kitchen capacities and develop innovative, tech-driven experiences to cater to the growing demand for diverse, high-quality food options.
Khalid Al Balushi, CEO of Tanmia, expressed strong support for IO Kitchens, stating, “We are thrilled to support IO Kitchens’ ambitious vision through our Tanmia Small-Cap Fund. Their innovative cloud kitchen model has the potential to transform the food delivery sector, not just in Oman, but across the region. We believe IO Kitchens is poised to reshape how food is delivered and enjoyed.”
