McCain Foods to Invest EUR350m in Bolstering Its Production Capabilities
Max Koeune, President and CEO at McCain Foods, recently announced the company’s plans for a EUR350m investment towards bolstering its production capabilities and strengthening its commitment to the French and European markets.
The announcement was made during President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to the McCain Foods production site in Matougues, France.
According to Koeune, this investment will drive a 25% increase in production capacity and it will be distributed across Harnes, Béthune, and Matougues facilities.
“I was thrilled to welcome President Emmanuel Macron at our McCain Foods production site in Matougues, France […]. In his presence, we announced plans for a EUR350m investment towards bolstering our production capabilities and strengthening our commitment to the French and European markets. This significant investment will be distributed across our three production sites in Harnes, Béthune, and Matougues, demonstrating our long-term vision for growth and sustainability in France. This will drive a 25% increase in production capacity, ensuring we can continue to meet the evolving needs of our customers and consumers. It was an honor for me to show President Macron our production site and explain how our plan will include state-of-the-art upgrades to our facilities—with a strong focus on Sustainability and Operational Excellence. At McCain, we’re not just investing in infrastructure; we’re investing in the future of food production. From reducing CO2 emissions to optimizing water usage, we’re committed to minimizing our environmental footprint while maximizing efficiency. From our 800 partner farmers to our dedicated team members and loyal customers, every stakeholder in the McCain family stands to benefit from this initiative. Together, we’re building a stronger, more resilient future for French agriculture and Food Manufacturing,” Koeune recently wrote.
