USA: SunOpta expands fruit snacks capacity
SunOpta, a US developer of beverages, broths and better-for-you snacks, has announced the opening of a newly expanded production line for fruit snacks at its facility in Omak (WA). According to a company statement, the expansion represents an investment of over $25 million and is expected to increase fruit snacks production capacity by 25% to meet […]
Spain: Maheso invests in new manufacturing plant
Maheso, the frozen food manufacturer, is investing €40 million ($44 million) in a new production facility in Garray, Soria, Spain. Located in the Parque Empresarial del Medio Ambiente (PEMA), the 14,000 sq m plant is designed to double the company’s manufacturing capacity across two distinct phases. The first stage, operational in May, features a production […]
USA: Coca-Cola expands Bodyarmor into sparkling drinks
USA-based total beverage firm Coca‑Cola has expanded its portfolio with the launch of Bodyarmor Fit, the brand’s first-ever sparkling sports drink. According to a company statement, the product is available in a 12 oz slim can format, marking the first time the brand has introduced a sports drink in a can format to offer a crisp, sparkling […]
Greece: MHP SE to take majority stake in Nitsiakos
MHP SE, the international food and agri-business group, has entered into a share purchase agreement to acquire a stake of up to 100% in Nitsiakos, the Greek poultry group. Under the terms of the agreement, MHP SE’s wholly-owned subsidiary will initially acquire 70% of the target’s share capital in three sequential tranches. Completion of the […]
France: Ferrero invests to modernise facilities, launch Nutella Cookies
Ferrero France, the French subsidiary of the Italian confectionery group, has announced a new €30 million ($32.1 million) investment at its Nieppe factory in Hauts-de-France, operated by affiliated company Biscuits Delacre, to launch Nutella Cookies. This funding will back the installation of a production line unique to the European market. The announcement marks the latest […]
France: Henkell Freixenet in talks to buy majority of Maison Pommery
Henkell Freixenet, the German sparkling wine producer, has entered into negotiations to acquire a majority stake in Maison Pommery, the French champagne producer. The discussions, which are scheduled to last for two months, concern a proposed strategic combination between the two family-owned groups. The prospective deal remains subject to due diligence, final contracts, consultations and […]
India: Coca-Cola explores Hindustan Coca-Cola Holdings public listing
Coca-Cola, the US total beverage firm, has announced it is exploring a potential public listing in India for Hindustan Coca-Cola Holdings (HCCH). According to a company statement, the potential listing on the Bombay Stock Exchange and National Stock Exchange of India is targeted for 2027. The move will involve selling a portion of The Coca-Cola […]
Germany: Nestlé to fully acquire yfood Labs
Nestle, the global food industry giant, has agreed to fully acquire yfood Labs GmbH, one of Europe’s leading ‘smart food’ brands. Nestle has held a 49% minority stake in the German ready-to-drink meals business since 2023. Subject to customary approvals, the remaining shares held by the founders are expected to transfer to Nestle with effect […]
Milana Boskovic, Chief Marketing and R&D Officer
Al Ain Farms Group
Gama spoke to Milana Boskovic, Chief Marketing and R&D Officer at Al Ain Farms Group. How is the formation of Al Ain Farms Group helping you leverage scale to redefine your identity as a ‘National Food Champion’? The formation of Al Ain Farms Group is really about creating the scale and capabilities needed to strengthen the […]
UK: Warburtons enters frozen convenience category with toasties range
Warburtons, the UK’s largest bakery brand, has entered the frozen convenience category for the first time through an exclusive licensing partnership with brand licensing agency Food Brands Now. The bakery giant has launched a new range of two premium frozen toasties made using its Thick Toastie loaf. The line-up includes the Warburtons Cheese Toastie, which […]