Brazil: Coca-Cola FEMSA invests in new distribution centre
Beverage firm Coca-Cola FEMSA has announced the opening of a new distribution centre in Bauru, in Brazil’s Sao Paulo stated. According to sources, the R$94 million ($15.7 million) distribution centre, is expected to expand the company’s delivery capacity by 30%. Inaugurated on 15th January 2025, the facility is a strategic milestone for the company’s operations in […]
Netherlands: VE Partners to acquire Inproba
VE Partners, a Dutch private equity firm, has reached an agreement to acquire all shares of Inproba, the Netherlands-based oriental sauces and spices manufacturer. Founded in 1956 and headquartered in Baarn, Inproba is described as a leading European producer of private label products, known for its chilli sauces, sambal and ketjap, employing approximately 200 people. […]
France: Carrefour to close operations in Oman, Jordan
Carrefour, the leading French supermarket chain, has ended operations in the Middle East state Oman after three decades operating in the country. The closure affects 13 hypermarkets and two supermarkets which now operate under the Hypermax name. “Effective from January 7, 2025, Carrefour operations will be discontinued in the Sultanate of Oman”, the company said in […]
Czech Republic: Dr. Oetker to close production facility
Dr. Oetker, the Germany-based food multinational. has reportedly announced the closure of its sole manufacturing facility in the Czech Republic. In a statement, the company reportedly said that the factory, located in Kladno, was unsuited to modern production demands as there was no possibility for it to be expanded. Dr. Oetker will continue to supply the Czech […]
UK: Saputo to close North Yorkshire facility
Saputo UK, a division of Canadian dairy company Saputo, has announced the closure of its Kirkby Malzeard creamery in North Yorkshire with the potential loss of 80 jobs. Production will be relocated to another Saputo facility in Nuneaton, Warwickshire, where significant investment has reportedly been made to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. The Kirkby Malzeard […]
Egypt: Edita agrees deal to acquire 49% of Tuama Jebur Abbas
Edita, described as a leader in the Egyptian snack food market, has agreed to acquire a 49% staked in Tuama Jabur Abbas, a fellow snack food firm based in Iraq, for a total of $8 million USD. The partnership will establish Edita Iraq and also see Edita acquire two production lines for cakes, as well as one […]
India: Wagh Bakri Tea to set up manufacturing unit in Gujarat
Wagh Bakri Tea, an Indian tea company, has announced plans to invest 100 crore INR ($12 million) in a new facility in Dakor, Gujarat for the manufacture and storage of instant tea. The new facility is set to increase instant tea production by five times, from 3,000–4,000 packets daily, as well as expanding storage by 50%. Commenting […]
USA: Calbee to open R&D centre in Caliornia
The US subsidiary of Japan-based food major Calbee has announced the opening of a new R&D innovation centre in Madera (CA). “Planned to help the company grow in double digits annually by accelerating innovation and product development, the facility will support the team in bringing Asian-flavored offerings to the mainstream marketplace and expanding Harvest Snaps’ presence […]
India: Allana Consumer Products invests in frozen potato production
Allana Consumer Products Limited (ACPL) has announced an investment of 300 crore INR ($36 million) to set up facilities for the manufacture of French fries and frozen potatoes in North India and Gujarat. Founded in 1865, ACPL is described as a leader in the manufacture and export of food and drinks, including frozen and chilled meat, frozen and […]
UK: The Nutriment Company acquires The Dog’s Butcher
The Nutriment Company (TNC), a Swedish natural pet food firm, has announced the acquisition of The Dog’s Butcher, a UK-based raw dog food brand, marking its first acquisition of 2025. Headquartered in Stockholm and owned by Nordic private equity firm Axcel, TNC supplies pet food, including raw diets, snacks, and supplements, through retail, online platforms […]