Spanish plant-based company Heura achieved positive EBITDA for the first time in the first quarter of 2026 and is now offering its food technology and manufacturing capabilities to retailers and brands in markets where it does not directly compete. This profitability milestone was reached despite a 7% decline in the plant-based category in Spain in 2025, with Heura maintaining its position and accounting for 50% of total category growth during that period, achieving its highest-ever market share.

Heura's success in the plant-based category, particularly with its burger range, has positioned the company as a contract manufacturer and development partner for retailers and brands outside of its own commercial footprint. With a focus on formulation expertise, technology platform, and efficient supply chain infrastructure, Heura is actively exploring partnerships with companies looking to develop own-label plant-based products. This move towards B2B manufacturing reflects the company's commitment to contributing towards the growth of the plant-based category by offering high-quality plant-based products that consumers genuinely choose and love.