Brazil: Lactalis to invest $55 million to expand dairy production

French based dairy major Lactalis has announced plans to invest R$313 million ($55 million) to expand operations in Brazil’s Parana state.

In a statement, the company said the investment would support the establishment of a UHT milk production line at the Londrina facility and expansion of the Carambei plant, increasing its production capacity for yoghurts, fermented milk, dairy beverages and desserts.

According to Lactalis CEO Roosevelt Junior, the company has invested more than R$710 million ($124 million) in Parana over the past ten years.

Lactalis operates several facilities in Parana state, including the Carambei plant, which is said to be the largest and provides 830 direct jobs. The Londrina facility supports a further 280 roles, while Pato Branco contributes an additional 36 positions.

The announcement follows news that Lactalis is also investing $42 million in its operations in Minas Gerais.

Source: Food And Beverage