PHILADELPHIA, PA — Bonduelle Americas said it is establishing a digital-focused Growth Hub in Philadelphia as part of an expansion strategy aimed at growing its U.S. plant-based food business and increasing hiring in the region.
The company announced Friday that Phase 1 operations have opened at 2400 Market Street and said a permanent second-phase location is targeted for 2028.
Bonduelle Americas said it expects the project to create more than 100 local jobs over time.
The company said the Philadelphia hub is intended to support growth across retail and digital sales channels as consumer demand evolves.
Chief Executive Officer Bobby Chacko said the company selected Philadelphia because of its food industry infrastructure, workforce, and location.
“We want to win within the U.S. with innovative, chef-crafted healthy choices, meal solutions and fresh services,” Chacko said.
The project received support from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the City of Philadelphia as part of broader economic development initiatives, according to the company.
Josh Shapiro said Pennsylvania is focused on workforce development and business investment to attract employers and expand job creation.
Cherelle Parker said the investment reflects corporate confidence in Philadelphia’s business climate and workforce.
Chellie Cameron, president and chief executive officer of the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia, said the project demonstrates regional collaboration aimed at attracting businesses to the area.
Bonduelle Americas operates facilities in California, New Jersey, and Georgia and is the U.S. subsidiary of Groupe Bonduelle, a publicly traded food company focused on plant-based products.
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