Mars invests €1bn to upgrade its EU food manufacturing operations by 20263 SHARESPosted: 18 September 2025 | Ben Cornwell |Mars will invest €1 billion in EU operations by 2026 to modernise factories, boost sustainability and drive innovation across its food portfolio. Mars has announced a €1 billion investment in its European Union (EU) operations, aiming to strengthen its manufacturing base, boost sustainability programmes, and drive innovation across its food portfolio by the end of 2026. The company, which operates 24 factories in 10 EU countries and employs 25,000 people, said the investment will enhance economic resilience while supporting local communities. Earlier this year, the company pledged $2 billion to its US operations, underscoring Mars’ global growth and sustainability strategy. Investment plansA major focus of the investment will be upgrading production sites to increase efficiency and drive consumer-led innovation.