Announced the intent to open a new state-of-the-art Upfield Food Science Centre in Wageningen, the Netherlands.
South Holland based Upfield Group, the global leader of plant-based margarines, spreads and cheeses has announced its intent to invest €50m in a new state-of-the-art Upfield Food Science Centre in Wageningen, Netherlands.
According to plans submitted to the local Works Council, the intent to open the facility before the end of 2021 is not only a clear demonstration of the company’s commitment to the Netherlands, but also to pioneering the development of great tasting food made from plants and sustainable packaging solutions.
Wageningen is already considered the Silicon Valley of the food industry and a world-class location for food innovation. By choosing Wageningen as the location of the new Upfield Food Science Centre, the company will be able to maximize the benefits of the surrounding area including its proximity to The Wageningen University & Research (WUR), which is ranked as the world’s leading University in Agri-Food and serves as the core of a leading Agri-Food Ecosystem.
Upfield, who are already headquartered in Amsterdam, have also committed to opening a new Global Headquarters office by the end of 2021. The newly built Global Headquarter office will bring together Associates who are currently based in both Rotterdam and Amsterdam. The move will enhance collaboration between Associates currently working at different sites. It will also offer a modern working environment that is reflective of Upfield’s purpose and mission to achieve a better plant-based future.