Barry Callebaut invests $104M in Canadian specialty chocolate factory
Factory will offer increased production capacity and service offerings.
The Barry Callebaut Group has announced its plans to expand its North American presence by building a new specialty chocolate factory in Ontario, Canada.
Expected to be operational in 2024, the factory is planned to have an initial annual production capacity of more than 50,000 tonnes. Total investment volume over a period of 10 years is projected to amount to $104 million (CHF 100 million). The factory will focus on manufacturing sugar-free chocolate, as well as high protein and other specialty products, reflecting market trends.