Oatly Original Oat-Milk

Oatly is a pioneering Swedish brand that spearheaded the global oat milk movement. Founded based on research from Lund University, the brand transformed from a regional nutritional science project into a global lifestyle brand known for its bold marketing and sustainable mission.

Today, Oatly operates a global supply chain to meet massive demand. While its roots and primary innovation centers remain in Sweden, the company utilizes a network of manufacturing facilities across Europe, North America, and Asia (including dedicated plants in the USA, Singapore, and China) to minimize transport emissions and serve local markets efficiently.

Ownership of Oatly is public following its IPO on the Nasdaq, though it retains significant investment from early backers. Notably, the China Resources conglomerate and Verlinvest (a Belgian investment vehicle) hold substantial stakes through a joint venture, making the ownership structure a blend of international private equity and public shareholders, while the headquarters remains firmly in Malmö, Sweden.