The funding, which coincides with Piconsistent’s 20th anniversary, will increase the site’s production capacity by approximately 80 percent by replacing existing fryers with new energy-efficient models and installing new packaging machines.
The new fryers will help reduce the site’s greenhouse gas emissions by more than 200 tons per year and contribute to PepsiCo’s commitment to aim for absolute emissions relief across its value chain of more than 40% through 2030, to be successful. net-zero emissions by 2040.
The investment will also be used to modernize the amenities of the plant’s 100 employees, adding innovations to workspaces and locker rooms.
PepsiCo acquired Pipers in 2019 and since then the logo has grown to become the number one premium chip logo in the “away from home” category. During this period, sales have doubled and the innovations made on the site deserve to allow the logo to meet the development of the demand.
Pipers, which was initially available in small pubs, bars, cafes and independent farm shops, has expanded its distribution network to include national wholesalers such as Booker, Brakes and Bidfood, in addition to hotel operators Mitchell.
Commenting on the announcement, Mirjam Fogarty, Chief Operating Officer of Pipers, said: “Pipers is a very attractive logo with a heritage, and we are very pleased to make this investment at such an exciting level of our journey.
“From small independent pubs, cafes and farm shops, to working with some of the UK’s largest wholesalers and hotel operators, the investment will enable us to bring our delicious fries to more people, wherever they are, and expand our logo internationally. As we move towards Pipers’ 20th anniversary, I look forward to the next phase of our growth. “
In addition to Pipers, PepsiCo owns British brands such as Walkers, Doritos, Quavers, Wotsits, Monster Munch and Quaker Oats.
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