The new 100,000 square foot ‘PW Campus’ in the Liverpool suburb of Speke will bring production, fulfilment and R&D under one roof.
The purpose-built facility marks a major operational upgrade as the business exits multiple legacy sites in Runcorn in order to centralise operations and scale efficiently. The site also features “state-of-the-art” machinery that is set to reduce waste and enhance quality assurance, while it nearly triples vertical space and nearly doubles pallet capacity.
Following 40% year-on-year turnover growth and the production of its 400 millionth protein shake, the move was entirely self-funded and will be integral as Protein Works targets £100 million in revenue.
Alongside the site opening, Protein Works has also announced the promotion of Joseph Hook to the role of chief operating officer.
Hook previously held positions at THG, Valeo Confectionery and Saica Packaging, before playing a leading role in the development of the PW Campus as the head of engineering and health & safety.
Laura Keir, CEO at Protein Works, shared her excitement about the new site and the promotion of Hook.
“This facility marks a new era for Protein Works—built to scale, built for speed, and built with precision," Keir said.
“We’ve re-engineered our manufacturing environment to support the next decade of growth, with automation, quality, and innovation at its core.
“We’re delighted to have Joe in place as COO, as his strategic oversight and engineering expertise have been invaluable during the move. We look forward to having him lead our operations as we execute our vision for expansion.”
Nicola McQuaid, partner at investor in the business YFM Equity Partners, added: “Reaching this milestone reflects just how far Protein Works has come. Revenues surpassed £50 million in 2024, and EBITDA has doubled year-on-year. That kind of performance made self-funding this investment possible and positions the business for long-term leadership in the functional foods sector.”
