India: Heritage Foods expands ice cream operations
Heritage Foods, the India-based dairy company, has officially announced the inauguration of a new greenfield ice cream manufacturing plant in Shamirpet, near Hyderabad, Telangana. The new facility represents a significant expansion for the company’s value-added dairy portfolio. According to reports from Indian Retailer and Devdiscourse, the newly launched plant has an installed annual production capacity […]
Ireland: Kerry Dairy Ireland rebrands, announces €300 million investment
Kerry Dairy Ireland, the Irish dairy business behind brands such as Cheestrings and Smug Dairy, has officially rebranded as Kinisla and launched a €300 million ($326 million) five-year investment programme. The transition follows a landmark year where the business began transitioning to a fully farmer-owned co-operative model. According to a company statement, the name Kinisla […]
India: PepsiCo to invest 5,700 crore INR in capacity expansion
PepsiCo, the US food and soft drinks giant, has committed to investing 5,700 crore INR ($683 million) in India by 2030 to expand its manufacturing capacity. According to a report in Business World, the capital injection will be deployed over the next five years to meet growing consumer demand. The investment plan is aimed at […]
USA: Anheuser-Busch expands production in Ohio
Anheuser-Busch, the major U.S. beverage manufacturer and AB InBev subsidiary, has announced a new $5 million investment in its brewery based in Columbus, Ohio. According to a company statement, the funding is intended to fuel the production of its fast-growing beer portfolio, including Michelob Ultra, Michelob Ultra Zero and Michelob Ultra Zero Lime. The investment […]
UK: Mars invests £190 million in Slough chocolate factory
Mars, the global food and confectionery giant, has announced a £190 million ($245 million) investment to upgrade its historic manufacturing facility in Slough, England. According to a company statement, the multi-million pound programme is designed to modernise the site, which has been operational for over 90 years. The investment will fund a new state-of-the-art logistics […]
Netherlands: De Smaakspecialist acquires Joannusmolen and IDorganics
De Smaakspecialist, the Dutch organic food company, has expanded its portfolio by acquiring local organic brands Joannusmolen and IDorganics. According to RetailDetail, the acquisition represents a strategic consolidation in the organic sector. Joannusmolen, a Netherlands-based brand acquired from Merenda Foods, specializes in organic and gluten-free flours, porridges, and baking products, while IDorganics handles production and […]
Brazil: Tirol opens new distribution centre in Maringa
Tirol, the Brazilian dairy company, has expanded its logistics network with the inauguration of a new distribution centre in Maringa, Parana state. The facility occupies a total area of 1,000 sq m. According to the company, the strategic choice of location will optimize operations and logistics, enabling Tirol to serve its customers and ensure greater […]
Australia: Mars to invest A$200 million in local manufacturing
Mars, the global confectionery and pet care giant, has announced plans to invest A$200 million ($132 million) in its Australian manufacturing operations by the end of 2027. The investment is intended to expand production capacity, fuel innovation, and support the company’s renewable energy ambitions across its six regional factories. According to a company press release, […]
Tradeshow Insight: London Wine Fair 2026
The 45th edition of the London Wine Fair took place this week under the new ownership of Vindustrious, marking a new chapter for the event. The trade show registered significant growth: in total, the event hosted 445 exhibitors, representing a near 10% rise in participation and a 13% increase in floor space, while visitor numbers topped the […]
Belgium: Lotus Bakeries expands Lembeke site
Lotus Bakeries, the Belgian confectionery manufacturer, has broken ground on a major expansion project at its headquarters in Lembeke. The company is constructing a fourth production hall dedicated entirely to its Biscoff brand to meet rising global demand. According to reports, the new facility will house an additional two Biscoff biscuit production lines, with the […]