Catchfree

Catchfree is a Swiss food technology company developing sustainable plant-based seafood alternatives. The company's primary product is a microalgae-based shrimp alternative that claims to replicate the taste, texture, and nutritional value of conventional shrimp. 

Catchfree’s proprietary technology combines non-pigmented microalgae with plant proteins to create its products, with paprika added to achieve an authentic color without artificial additives. The production process utilizes natural ingredients exclusively and is designed to address environmental concerns associated with traditional seafood production. 

The company's business plans to focus on the Swiss market before expanding to other European countries, targeting specialty restaurants as its primary customers, followed by retailers and online sales channels.

Key customers and partnerships

In August 2023, Catchfree partnered with Brauwerk restaurant in St. Gallen, Switzerland, to launch a fish burger. The company also established a partnership with Taj Palace, an Indian restaurant in Zurich, making its plant-based shrimp available through both dine-in and Uber Eats delivery services.