Cargill has made a significant commitment to Belgium with a €56 million investment aimed at enhancing its food innovation and manufacturing capabilities. The investment includes a €21 million upgrade to the Izegem edible oils bottling site, which will nearly double its capacity and improve efficiency through automation. Additionally, a €30 million expansion at the Mouscron gourmet chocolate facility will add 10,500 square meters of production space, allowing for increased production of premium chocolate products to meet seasonal demands. Furthermore, Cargill is investing €5.4 million in a new extrusion pilot plant at the Vilvoorde Innovation Center, which will facilitate rapid prototyping and ingredient testing. These developments not only bolster Cargill's operational capabilities but also strengthen its research and development network across Europe, positioning Belgium as a key strategic hub for the company's activities in the region. Geert Maesmans, Vice President of R&D for Cargill’s Food business in EMEA, emphasized the importance of Belgium's logistics and customer connectivity in supporting these initiatives.