Netherlands: FrieslandCampina to sell Romanian operations to Bonafarm Group
Dutch dairy multinational FrieslandCampina has reached an agreement to sell its operations in Romania to Bonafarm Group, a regional food and beverage company. This transaction includes the Napolact brand and two production sites in Cluj-Napoca and Târgu Mureș that employ around 400 people. Commenting on the move, FrieslandCampina Europe President Dustin Woodward said: “This step […]
USA: Utz Brands plans Grand Rapids facility closure in 2026
US snack maker Utz Brands has announced it will close its manufacturing facility in Grand Rapids (MI) by early 2026, as part of a broader effort to streamline operations and boost supply chain efficiency, according to a FoodBev report. The decision, revealed alongside the company’s Q2 earnings report, will reduce the company manufacturing footprint from eight […]
Australia: Jack Link’s acquires meat snack brand Kooee!
Jack Link’s, the US-based meat firm, has announced the acquisition of meat snack brand Kooee via its Australian division Link Foods APAC to expand its premium offering across the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 2015 in north-west Tasmania by Shaun Malligan, Kooeee! offers a range of beef jerky and meat sticks made from 100% grass-fed beef […]
USA: King’s Hawaiian to invest $54 million in Georgia expansion
Los Angeles-based bakery firm King’s Hawaiian has announced plans to invest $54 million to expand its 150,000 sq ft facility in Oakwood South Industrial Park, creating more than 135 new jobs. As part of the expansion, King’s Hawaiian will add a new production line to manufacture more flavours of its Pretzel Bites. Commenting on the […]
USA: Vilore Foods acquires Tia Lupita Foods
Vilore Foods, the US importer and distributor of the La Costena and Jumex brands, has announced the acquisition of Mexican food brand Tia Lupita Foods. This acquisition marks Vilore Foods’ entry into the natural foods sector, broadening its portfolio with Tia Lupita Foods’ gluten-free, non-GMO and preservative-free products, including signature hot sauces, grain-free cactus tortilla […]
Venezuela: Unilever finds buyer for ice cream business
Unilever, the multinational consumer goods giant, has announced it has announced a buyer for its ice cream business in Venezuela in the shape of Mack de Venezuela, a Colombian automotive company. The transaction includes both the Tio Rico brand and its associated factory. Commenting on the move, a Unilever spokesperson said: “In accordance with our focus […]
Gut feelings spearheading functional innovation
Insight by Gama Compass MANCHESTER – 22nd July 2025: Consumer concern about the impacts of dietary choices on digestive health is sparking a notable rise in food and non-alcoholic drink launches that boast ‘gut-friendly’ benefits, the latest insights from Gama Compass reveal. The findings reflect a growing consumer perception of food and drink as central to overall health […]
Greece: Vivartia sells Dodoni dairy business to Hellenic Dairies
Greece’s Vivartia has announced the sale of its dairy subsidiary Dodoni, to local peer Hellenic Dairies for €205 million ($239 million). Founded in 1963 in Ioannina, Dodoni has a portfolio that extends to feta and halloumi cheese, yoghurt, and a coconut oil-based vegan range called Plant’d. The company exports its range to over 50 countries, including […]
Germany: Dr. Oetker to acquire Kathi
Food manufacturer Dr. Oetker has announced that it has signed a contract to acquire Kathi, a fellow German company that makes baking products. Founded in 1951, Kathi operates a production facility in Halle, Saxony-Anhalt, and offers a wide range of products including baking mixes, pastries, flour, frozen cakes and baking accessories. Commenting on the move, Kathi […]
Finland: Fazer invests $468 million in new chocolate factory in Lahti
Fazer, the leading Finnish bakery and confectionery firm, has announced plans to invest €400 million ($468 million) in the construction of a new chocolate factory in Lahti. Covering around 33,300 sq m, the new facility will bring together Fazer’s chocolate expertise with automated production lines and innovative technology, enabling the creation of entirely new product […]