FrieslandCampina to Invest 90 Million Euros to Grow High-Value Whey Proteins

FrieslandCampina announced plans to invest more than 90 million euros to strengthen the production of its high-value whey proteins at production sites in the Netherlands, including at Bedum, Veghel, and Workum.

Specifically, the investment will support converting internally-sourced whey into premium protein ingredients, including WPC80, a whey protein ingredient with 80% protein content; instantized whey proteins; and Nutri Whey ProHeat microparticulated whey. The ingredients are used in applications like high-protein drinks, bars, and yogurts.

“Global demand for advanced protein solutions continues to accelerate,” said Anne Peter Lindeboom, president. “This program is the next step in our broader investment strategy to lead in high-value proteins, building on recent investments to strengthen whey capacity and valorization in the Netherlands, such as in Borculo, and in the United States through the acquisition of Wisconsin Whey Protein. By investing across our ingredients network, we are strengthening our ability to serve customers worldwide and to create more value from our whey streams in a sustainable and future-oriented way.”

The investment, the company reported, will ensure that its facilities in the Netherlands remain competitive, technologically advanced, and aligned with future market and customer needs. The investment also supports its sustainability goals, as the program includes energy- and water-efficient technologies and the phase-out of older production lines. Direct greenhouse gas emissions are expected to be reduced by about 16 kilotons per year, the company reported.