Andriani S.p.A. Benefit Corporation, an Italian producer of healthy, gluten-free, and plant-based foods, officially opened its first North American production facility in London, Ontario. The 61,225-sq-ft Canadian plant will enable the company to facilitate production of its Felicia-branded pasta. The investment is approximately CAD $55 million.
"The opening of our first production facility in North America is not just a business milestone, but a crucial step in our journey as a Benefit Corporation," says Michele Andriani, President and CEO of Andriani S.p.A Benefit Corporation. "Here in London, Ontario, we found the ideal environment to root our values and advance our global vision. This facility is the result of shared trust and collective passion, made possible by all those who believed in our project. At the heart of this achievement are institutions, partners, clients, and collaborators, to whom I extend my deepest gratitude. This moment marks the beginning of a new chapter in our story, one that celebrates the international ambition of the Italian supply chain as a driving force in the food transition, the transformative power of food innovation, and the cultural bridges we continue to build. This new facility allows us to bring our mission to life in North America, generating positive impact through responsible innovation that promotes health, sustainability, and well-being."
Felicia is a brand of Andriani S.p.A. Benefit Corporation and a benchmark in innovation and healthy food, the company says. Felicia is made with grains, legumes, and vegetables from responsible agriculture.
"This new facility represents a concrete step in Andriani's commitment to bringing the values of the Italian supply chain to North America; values rooted in innovation and sustainability," says Carlo Stocco, General Manager of Andriani S.p.A. Benefit Corporation, North America. "London, Ontario offered all of the right conditions to anchor the next phase of our international development: A strong talent pool with specialized skills, a vibrant ecosystem dedicated to agri-food innovation, and a clear focus on sustainability and competitiveness. These elements made it the natural choice for our first North American production site. This project is also the result of the extraordinary commitment of all those who contributed to making it a reality, teams in Italy and Canada who worked with passion and a strong sense of responsibility. To all those involved, I extend my sincerest appreciation. We are proud that this facility will generate meaningful value for the local community, creating new jobs, supporting regional development, and strengthening London's role as a hub for sustainable food innovation."
