Dr. Oetker Canada Ltd., a leading manufacturer of frozen pizzas, desserts, and baking products, marked the 10th anniversary of its pizza manufacturing facility in London, Ontario this week.
The London plant has been a cornerstone of Dr. Oetker’s North American operations since 2014. With a daily production capacity of 400,000 pizzas, it has become a vital hub for the company’s pizza business. The facility employs 430 people, contributing significantly to the local economy and the agri-food industry in southwestern Ontario.
Dino Koundoutsikos, Executive Vice President for North America, expressed pride in the company’s Canadian presence. “London has become our Canadian home, fostering our culture of innovation and quality,” he said. Koundoutsikos also praised the local workforce, noting that many Londoners have launched their agri-food careers at the plant.
Celebrating growth and innovation in Canadian retail
The anniversary event showcased Dr. Oetker’s commitment to the Canadian market. Guests toured the state-of-the-art facility, engaging with executives who shared insights on the company’s achievements and future plans.
“It is an honour to mark the 10th anniversary of this plant and recall the optimism we felt upon cutting the ribbon in 2014, optimism that remains today thanks to the tremendous talents of our London team,” said Dr. Christian von Twickel, Member of the Executive Board, Dr. Oetker. “Our investment here is a true Canadian success story, and a testament to the robust agri-food community of London, which has become one of the top centres of food production in North America. We believe in local production and manufacturing and look forward to our continued bright future in this great city!”
Since its opening in 2014, Dr. Oetker Canada has experienced remarkable growth. The company has doubled in size, becoming the market leader in the thin-crust pizza category and the second-largest player in the overall pizza market in Canada.
The decision to establish the London facility in 2011 marked a strategic shift for Dr. Oetker. Instead of importing products, the company chose to create a North American production hub in Ontario.
Dr. Oetker’s presence in Canada dates back to 1960. Today, it ranks among the top five subsidiaries for the global food organization, which operates in over 39 countries. The Canadian operation includes manufacturing and R&D facilities in London and Mississauga, producing more than 190 products.
