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== | {{short description|British multinational food manufacturer}} | ||
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United Biscuits | [[File:United_Biscuits.svg|thumb|right|Logo of United Biscuits]] | ||
'''United Biscuits''' is a British multinational food manufacturer, known for producing a wide range of biscuits and snacks. The company has a rich history and has played a significant role in the food industry, particularly in the United Kingdom and Europe. | |||
==History== | |||
United Biscuits was formed in 1948 through the merger of two Scottish family businesses, [[McVitie & Price]] and [[MacFarlane Lang]]. Over the years, the company expanded its operations and acquired several other well-known brands, becoming a major player in the global snack food market. | |||
=== | ===Early Years=== | ||
The origins of United Biscuits can be traced back to the 19th century, with the founding of McVitie & Price in 1830 and MacFarlane Lang in 1817. Both companies were renowned for their high-quality baked goods, and their merger marked the beginning of a new era in the biscuit industry. | |||
United Biscuits | ===Expansion and Acquisitions=== | ||
In the decades following its formation, United Biscuits expanded its product range and geographical reach. The company acquired several other brands, including [[Crawford's Biscuits]], [[Jacob's]], and [[KP Snacks]]. These acquisitions helped United Biscuits to diversify its offerings and strengthen its position in the market. | |||
== | ==Products== | ||
United Biscuits is known for its wide variety of products, which include some of the most popular biscuit brands in the UK and beyond. | |||
United Biscuits | ===Biscuit Brands=== | ||
Some of the well-known biscuit brands under United Biscuits include: | |||
* [[McVitie's]] | |||
* [[Jacob's]] | |||
* [[Crawford's]] | |||
=== | ===Snack Brands=== | ||
In addition to biscuits, United Biscuits also produces a range of snacks under the [[KP Snacks]] brand, which includes products such as: | |||
* [[Hula Hoops]] | |||
* [[McCoy's]] | |||
* [[Skips]] | |||
==Operations== | |||
United Biscuits operates several manufacturing facilities across the UK and Europe. The company is committed to maintaining high standards of quality and sustainability in its production processes. | |||
== | ===Sustainability Initiatives=== | ||
United Biscuits has implemented various sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing its environmental impact. These include efforts to minimize waste, reduce energy consumption, and source ingredients responsibly. | |||
==Ownership== | |||
United Biscuits has undergone several changes in ownership over the years. In 2014, the company was acquired by [[Yildiz Holding]], a Turkish multinational food company, which further expanded its global reach. | |||
== | ==Related pages== | ||
* [[McVitie's]] | |||
* [[Jacob's]] | |||
* [[KP Snacks]] | |||
* [[Yildiz Holding]] | |||
[[Category:Food manufacturers of the United Kingdom]] | |||
[[Category:Multinational companies headquartered in the United Kingdom]] | |||
[[Category:Companies established in 1948]] | |||
Latest revision as of 11:25, 15 February 2025
British multinational food manufacturer
United Biscuits is a British multinational food manufacturer, known for producing a wide range of biscuits and snacks. The company has a rich history and has played a significant role in the food industry, particularly in the United Kingdom and Europe.
History[edit]
United Biscuits was formed in 1948 through the merger of two Scottish family businesses, McVitie & Price and MacFarlane Lang. Over the years, the company expanded its operations and acquired several other well-known brands, becoming a major player in the global snack food market.
Early Years[edit]
The origins of United Biscuits can be traced back to the 19th century, with the founding of McVitie & Price in 1830 and MacFarlane Lang in 1817. Both companies were renowned for their high-quality baked goods, and their merger marked the beginning of a new era in the biscuit industry.
Expansion and Acquisitions[edit]
In the decades following its formation, United Biscuits expanded its product range and geographical reach. The company acquired several other brands, including Crawford's Biscuits, Jacob's, and KP Snacks. These acquisitions helped United Biscuits to diversify its offerings and strengthen its position in the market.
Products[edit]
United Biscuits is known for its wide variety of products, which include some of the most popular biscuit brands in the UK and beyond.
Biscuit Brands[edit]
Some of the well-known biscuit brands under United Biscuits include:
Snack Brands[edit]
In addition to biscuits, United Biscuits also produces a range of snacks under the KP Snacks brand, which includes products such as:
Operations[edit]
United Biscuits operates several manufacturing facilities across the UK and Europe. The company is committed to maintaining high standards of quality and sustainability in its production processes.
Sustainability Initiatives[edit]
United Biscuits has implemented various sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing its environmental impact. These include efforts to minimize waste, reduce energy consumption, and source ingredients responsibly.
Ownership[edit]
United Biscuits has undergone several changes in ownership over the years. In 2014, the company was acquired by Yildiz Holding, a Turkish multinational food company, which further expanded its global reach.
