Growth Expansion C&D Foods is expanding its EU footprint with a €48 million investment in Longford, Ireland, and additional capacity in Northern Europe. This signals strong capacity for higher-volume private label pet food production and cross-border supply, presenting opportunities to pitch large-scale co-packing, sustained supply contracts, and new retailer partnerships.

Private Label Strength As one of Europe’s largest pet food manufacturers with a focus on private label wet and dry cat and dog foods, there is a clear avenue to target retailers and distributors seeking scalable, reliable private label solutions and custom formulation collaborations through their Nutrition & Research Centre.

Automation Scale The business emphasizes highly automated facilities across multiple sites, indicating efficiency and consistent quality. This can be leveraged to win contracts requiring high-volume production, quick turnarounds, and cost-effective manufacturing for retailers aiming to optimize margins.

Sustainability Tie‑in Past partnerships around sustainable pet food pouches and a stated sustainability strategy provide entry points for clients prioritizing eco-friendly packaging and responsible sourcing, including proposals for sustainable packaging upgrades and life-cycle improvements.

Innovation & Collaboration With a dedicated Nutrition & Research Centre and a track record of collaboration and quality, there is an opportunity to offer joint development programs, private-label innovation projects, and data-driven product improvements to differentiate partners in a competitive market.