Saudi startup Uvera raises seed funding from Morgan Stanley and Aramco's LAB7 to fight food waste

Saudi deep-tech startup Uvera has secured seed funding backed by Morgan Stanley Inclusive & Sustainable Ventures, LAB7 (the venture arm of Saudi Aramco), Core Vision, and strategic angel investors to advance its food traceability and supply-chain technology. Founded in Saudi Arabia, Uvera develops chemical-free shelf-life extension technology using patented UV-C methods alongside an end-to-end IoT and blockchain-based traceability platform that provides complete visibility from farms to retailers. This funding enables the company to tackle global food waste by extending fresh produce shelf life while enhancing food safety and sustainability for retailers, distributors, and farms across the supply chain. The company did not disclose the specific amount raised, but the investment from Aramco's venture arm and other leading institutions signals strong confidence in Uvera's vision for smarter food systems.