Foodservice, snacks and beverages supported growth across Kerry’s regions, while its Accelerate 2.0 programme helped drive a 50-basis-point improvement in EBITDA margin.
Rigaud is expected to remain at the helm for the next seven months, giving Corbion a transition period before the new CEO takes over after the May 2027 AGM.
The Taloja facility combines food formulation, laboratory, pilot plant and blending capabilities to accelerate product development and support local and regional customers.
Cargill’s quarterly earnings were pressured by elevated cattle and cocoa costs, while poultry investments in Thailand and the Philippines expand its global operations.
The expansion will add 70,000 square feet of manufacturing, research and office space, strengthening GEA’s food, beverage and nutrition technology capabilities in North America.