LIVEKINDLY Collective Acquires Dutch Plant-Based Food Manufacturer Dalco
The Dutch manufacturer brings a loyal customer base and its own R&D expertise to the Collective
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LIVEKINDLY Collective announced today the completion of its acquisition of Dalco Food B.V. from Hilton Food Group plc. Dalco, a Netherlands-based manufacturer of plant-based foods, is now part of the LIVEKINDLY Collective. Financial details will not be disclosed. The acquisition was completed with the full and unconditional approval of Dalco’s works council.
Dalco will continue operations at its Oosterhout, Netherlands, facility with its existing team of employees. As part of the LIVEKINDLY Collective, Dalco is embarking on a new chapter for its customers and partners. The manufacturer will draw on the Collective’s brands, production network, and research and development expertise.
This closing marks another milestone for the LIVEKINDLY Collective. The company recently received B Corp certification. In June, the planned merger with GREENFORCE was announced, which is expected to be completed in the coming weeks. Taken together, these developments underscore the group’s progress in building a resilient, scalable, and profitable business in the plant-based food sector.
The acquisition strengthens LIVEKINDLY Collective’s strategy to position itself as a leading brand-driven plant-based food company in Europe with a scalable production platform. This strategy enables the Group to drive consumer demand through its brands while supporting retailers, B2B customers, and private-label partners with complementary capabilities, expertise, and economies of scale.
“Dalco is a strong Dutch company with skilled employees and proven expertise. It will continue to operate out of Oosterhout. As part of the Collective, it is embarking on a new chapter for its customers and partners with the full support of our brands, our production network, and our expertise. For retailers and food companies seeking partners in the plant-based products sector—whether through brands, in the B2B sector, or as private labels—we now offer a range of services that few in Europe can match. That’s exactly what we’re building: the leading plant-based food company in Europe, with the focus and discipline our customers and partners expect.” David Suarez, CEO, LIVEKINDLY Collective.
Focused on Future Growth
Across the group, each production site brings its own strengths and technologies to the table. Dalco complements this with an established position in the B2B sector and with private labels, a loyal customer base, and proven research and development capabilities. This leads to greater flexibility, resilience, and scalability across the entire network. With the integration of Dalco into the group, LIVEKINDLY Collective further strengthens its position as a brand-focused plant-based food company. The company is forming cross-industry partnerships—spanning production, B2B, and private labels—to provide more people in more places with exceptional plant-based foods.
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