Portuguese sausage producer Nobre, which was bought by US food giant Sara Lee in 1993, has announced plans to invest €5m (US$5.4m) in the modernisation of its production facilities this year.

Discover B2B Marketing That Performs

Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms.

Find out more

Nobre genereated turnover of €70m in 2002 and sold nearly 20,000 tonnes of sausage products, up 6% year-on-year. The company expects to increase its turnover in 2003, and plans to expand its product range, reported the Portuguese News Digest.

The company said Europe would remain its main target export market, with Belgium, France, Germany, Luxembourg and the UK its most important European markets. Nobre also exports to Angola, Cape Verde and Mozambique.

Just Food Excellence Awards - The Benefits of Entering

Gain the recognition you deserve! The Just Food Excellence Awards celebrate innovation, leadership, and impact. By entering, you showcase your achievements, elevate your industry profile, and position yourself among top leaders driving food industry advancements. Don’t miss your chance to stand out—submit your entry today!

Nominate Now