The Magnum Ice Cream Company commences production of Ben & Jerry’s in Heppenheim, Germany
Hamburg, Germany
To meet growing consumer demand for Ben & Jerry's in Europe, The Magnum Ice Cream Company, the world’s leading ice cream business, has commissioned a new production line at its Heppenheim factory in Germany as part of the site's ongoing €30 million expansion programme. This investment strengthens the company's European manufacturing footprint, brings additional capacity closer to consumers and supports the next chapter of Ben & Jerry's growth as an integral part of the TMICC portfolio. The new pint line which produces iconic favorites including Cookie Dough and Chocolate Fudge Brownie reflects a growing demand for the brand in Europe and will see the site, working alongside other existing European sites that produce Ben & Jerry’s ice creams including Hellendoorn, NL and Gloucester, UK.
The largest TMICC ice cream factory in Europe
Heppenheim is the largest factory in The Magnum Ice Cream Company's European network. Spanning 100,000 square metres in the heart of Germany, the site serves as a key manufacturing and distribution hub for domestic and neighbouring European markets. Alongside the new Ben & Jerry's line, other ongoing local investments include logistics, cold warehousing and energy infrastructure upgrades all designed to support future growth and the German food manufacturing sector.
“Our team in Heppenheim has been making ice cream for 66 years. This expertise, combined with the site's central location in Europe, made Heppenheim the natural choice for expanding Ben & Jerry’s production for the European market. Producing premium pints with large chunks and swirls is technically demanding and building this capability at Heppenheim strengthens our ability to bring innovative products to consumers across Europe in the years ahead,” Nikolaus Huber, GM DACH, The Magnum Ice Cream Company.
“The Magnum Ice Cream Company is deeply woven into the fabric of Heppenheim. As a longstanding manufacturer and employer, it has helped shape our local economy and provided opportunities for generations of families. This investment is a strong vote of confidence in our city, and we are proud to welcome Ben & Jerry's production to Heppenheim as the site continues to grow and invest in its future." Rainer Burelbach, Mayor of Heppenheim.
A platform for Ben & Jerry’s growth in Europe
Founded in Vermont, USA in 1978, Ben & Jerry's is built on the idea of Linked Prosperity: that business success should benefit everyone connected to it. The brand's three-part mission combines exceptional ice cream, a sustainable business model and a commitment to advancing its progressive values. Known for its premium ice cream and iconic chunks and swirls. Ben & Jerry's continues to grow through new flavours, formats and consumption occasions, with circa 40% of sales in Germany occurring through the winter months, demonstrating its evolution from a seasonal treat into a year-round indulgence brand.
