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<\/a><\/a>\nIn just 12 months, Cargill has transformed its largest edible oil bottling facility in Europe into an even stronger foodservice hub. With a \u20ac21 million investment, around 60% of the site was transformed focusing on nearly doubling its capacity and developing automation and innovation intended to improve efficiency and reinforce long-term supply reliability. The expansion also includes two new dedicated foodservice production lines enabling flexible production and reinforcing its strong capabilities in serving foodservice customers.<\/p>
\nIn Mouscron, linked to its current gourmet chocolate production site, Cargill\u2019s \u20ac30 million investment adds an impressive 10,500 sqm of additional production space, almost doubling the company\u2019s gourmet chocolate production capabilities. The expansion strengthens Cargill\u2019s ability to help gourmet chocolate customers respond to seasonal demand, develop more tailored products and shorten lead times. The expanded site will produce Cargill\u2019s premium couverture chocolate range Veliche and support artisanal foodservice customers, restaurants and food manufacturers.<\/p>
\nCargill has also strengthened its European R&D capabilities in Vilvoorde through a \u20ac5.4 million investment in a new extrusion pilot plant at its Innovation Center. The facility supports rapid prototyping, ingredient functionality testing and customer collaboration across food, feed and pet food applications, and builds on the previously announced \u20ac45 million investment in Cargill\u2019s food innovation center in Vilvoorde. Together, these investments strengthen Cargill\u2019s broader European R&D network.<\/p>
\n\u201cBelgium is a key strategic hub for Cargill in Europe, thanks to its strong food industry, close customer connectivity, and advanced logistics infrastructure that enable efficient supply across Western Europe,\u201d said Geert Maesmans, Vice President of R&D for Cargill\u2019s Food business in EMEA and Cargill\u2019s Belgium country lead. \u201cThese investments not only strengthen our local food R&D and production capabilities but allow us to continue to grow with our customers and provide them with more diverse and innovative food solutions across Belgium and the EMEA region.\u201d<\/p>
\nThe recent investments add to Cargill\u2019s broader footprint in Belgium, where the company has operated since 1953 and today employs more than 1,500 people across 9 locations spanning production, R&D and regional coordination functions.<\/p>
\nTogether, the Izegem, Mouscron, and Vilvoorde investments reinforce Belgium\u2019s position in Cargill\u2019s European network and support the company\u2019s focus on supply, innovation and more sustainable production.<\/p>
\nAbout Cargill<\/b><\/p>
\nCargill is committed to providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions, and industrial products to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. Sitting at the heart of the supply chain, we partner with farmers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living.<\/p>
\nOur 155K+ employees innovate with purpose, providing customers with life\u2019s essentials so businesses can grow, communities prosper, and consumers live well. With 160 years of experience as a family company, we look ahead while remaining true to our values. We put people first. We reach higher. We do the right thing\u2014today and for generations to come. For more information, visit Cargill.com<\/a> and our News Center<\/a>.<\/p>