Jeronimo Martins opened its first factory in Poland

Jeronimo Martins, Portuguese owner of the Biedronka discount food chain, has opened its first factory in Poland. The investment cost was PLN 30 million, and will provide workplace for 40 employees in Parzniewo, located near Warsaw. The new factory will produce ready-made soups under the "Zupy z Naszej Kuchni" brand. The investment was made as result of an observable trend of growing demand for pre-made meals, and will allow the company to effectively answer its clients's requests. Similar changes have been made by Jeronimo Martins Portugal, which introduced diary and meat products from its own production. Revenues for Q2 2016 for Biedronka exceeded PLN 10 billion. The chain acquired 40 new locations this year only, a total amount standing at 2,683.