TMICC invests US$66M in its Gloucester ice cream factory

UK – The Magnum Ice Cream Company (TMICC) has announced a £50m upgrade to its Gloucester ice cream factory in the United Kingdom.

This upgrade will significantly increase production capacity, modernise infrastructure, and enhance operational efficiency at the Gloucester site – home to the UK production of iconic ice cream products including Viennetta, Twister, Solero, and Magnum.

The upgrade includes a complete rebuild of the factory’s mix plant, installation of advanced blending systems and the commission of new high-speed production lines for classic products such as Twister and Solero – Contributing to a targeted 50% increase in output by 2027 (versus 2023 baseline). 

Peter ter Kulve, CEO, The Magnum Ice Cream Company, said, “This £50m investment in our Gloucester facility is a key milestone in our global supply chain transformation programme and a bold step forward for our business. Our investment is a clear signal of our long-term commitment to the UK and will not only boost productivity and support growth but also ensure the site remains a centre of excellence for innovation, quality and sustainability as we enter our next chapter.”  

Supply chain transformation, productivity optimisation and a digital-first approach are core drivers of TMICC’s standalone growth strategy.

With cutting-edge equipment and processes, this factory is set to drive a step-change in manufacturing productivity – improving capacity utilisation, delivering better service and lowering costs.

These innovations will also enable TMICC to action its sustainability strategy, positioning Gloucester at the forefront of its commitment to responsible operation.

The Gloucester site investment is a key milestone in TMICC’s journey to continue meeting rapidly evolving consumer tastes and turning more everyday moments into lasting memories. 

About Gloucester site

Founded in 1959, the Gloucester site is the second-largest ice cream factory in Europe (behind Heppenheim, Germany). Currently, it produces over 600 million ice creams every year, with over 80% serving the UK ice cream market.

Every week, Gloucester produces nearly 3 million Calippos and 2 million Viennettas, in addition to 1 million Ben & Jerry’s tubs. Never shy of a challenge, the site team holds the record for the world’s longest Viennetta, measuring an incredible 22.7 metres made during a community challenge in 2007. 

 A proud part of the local community, today, the Gloucester site directly employs nearly 500 people and supports hundreds more through local contractor and suppliers’ programmes. 

The investment will also support upskilling programmes for engineering and operations teams, reinforcing the company’s commitment to local employment and skills development. 

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