A leading supplier of speciality yeast extracts, yeast-based products and flavour solutions, Ohly operates facilities across 17 countries on all six continents.
Associated British Foods (ABF) Ingredients says that the investment will reinforce its long-term commitment to the region by supporting Ohly’s continued growth.
The ingredients arm of ABF added that the proposed location in the city of Eau Claire also offers the opportunity for further expansion, enhancing its ability to serve key markets across North America.
Ohly’s Eau Claire project will include an initial investment of around £47.8 million to construct a new facility, which is expected to employ nearly 30 team members.
“This investment marks an important milestone for our business and our customers,” said Jeremy Xu, chief executive of ABF Ingredients.
“Eau Claire offers the right environment for sustainable, long-term growth, and our new facility will strengthen Ohly’s ability to meet rising demand across North America. We are proud to deepen our roots in Wisconsin.”
The new facility will complement and operate alongside the business’s existing manufacturing site in nearby Boyceville, Wisconsin.
The Eau Claire site has been selected for its strategic future potential, designed with long-term expansion in mind to support future growth opportunities in the region.
Construction of the new facility is will be phased over several years; and ABF Ingredients and Ohly are partnering with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) and the City of Eau Claire to support planning, permitting and community engagement.
John W. Miller, secretary and chief executive of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), added: “ABF Ingredients’ decision to expand their campus in the Eau Claire region is exciting news for Wisconsin’s world-class food and beverage industry.
“WEDC worked closely with them to meet their site selection needs, and we look forward to partnering with them to ensure their success in our state.”
