Poland
Inspired Pet Nutrition acquires Butcher’s Pet Care
Both companies are expected to hit gross sales of over €400 million.
European Commission approves Bunge-Viterra merger with conditions
The transaction will result in the creation of an agri-trading conglomerate worth $34 billion.
KIKA Group’s exports increased 35% in 2023
The Lithuanian manufacturer and retailer is optimistic about increasing its product portfolio and market footprint this year.
Kormotech taps into the booming e-commerce market in South Korea
The company has become the first Ukrainian pet food manufacturer to enter the East Asian market.
Arcaplanet-Fressnapf deal (II): From being a reference in Germany to becoming a European leader
The German pet retail group is taking a big step in Italy to continue pursuing its goal of capturing more of the European market.
Butternut Box and PsiBufet add new production site in Poland
The British and Polish pet food manufacturers want to enhance their distribution capabilities in Europe.
Rebranding: Fressnapf updates image as part of omnichannel approach
After 3 decades, the German pet retailer has changed its logo into a petmoji. GlobalPETS analyses the reasons behind this change.
The surge of Poland’s pet food market: How BIOFEED is emerging as a key player
The Polish pet food market is evolving rapidly to meet increasing (inter)national demand. BIOFEED, formerly concentrated on agriculture, now capitalizes on this trend with a new dry pet food plant.
Interzoo 2024: what to expect
Just days before the European pet trade fair kicks off in Germany, GlobalPETS examines how it will unveil the latest trends in pet care.
Pet food is a critical export commodity in Poland, says economic think tank
Pet food exports totaled €1.9 billion ($2B) last year, mainly to European countries.
Darling Ingredients completes acquisition of rendering firm Miropasz
The Texas-based agrifood company first announced plans to acquire the Polish firm for €110 million ($118.74M) in 2022.
2024: looking back but moving forward
After an eventful 2023 worldwide, pet businesses and experts in the field are now looking to the future – but with caution.
Protix secures €37 million of debt financing from the EU
A loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) will help the insect manufacturer and supplier establish a new facility in Poland.
Interview with Chairman of Plaček Group: “I foresee franchising our model to France, Belgium or Sweden in the near future”
The Czech firm Plaček Group wants to revolutionize pet retailing with an innovative in-store approach. Besides that, the company – which already has close to 400 locations in Eastern Europe – is now looking for business opportunities further afield.
Country report: Poland - A market that mirrors Western European trends
How much do Polish pet owners spend on pet food? Which brands dominate the market? Here’s a quick snapshot.
Single-protein diet as a remedy for allergic problems
Ready-made solutions to food allergies in the form of mono-protein recipes, how can they help diagnose and treat a pet's allergies?
Assisi Pet Care gets snapped up by US PE firm
Wind Point Partners values the attractiveness of the British manufacturer in the natural pet food and treat segment.
A European approach to pet-food private labels
The private-label pet food category is performing better in Europe than in the US. What are the reasons behind this difference?
Fressnapf opens new logistic warehouse near Berlin
The new facility will supply products to the German, Polish and Scandinavian markets.
Butternut Box to build EU footprint with new £280 million investment
The London-based fresh dog food company is including a new manufacturing facility in its expansion plans.
