We are delighted to announce the next phase of our plans for growth has been secured with the support, guidance and experience provided by our new owners, the Paramount Retail Group.
In a bold move to reshape the future of the British meat industry, Paramount Retail Group has acquired DB Foods Group, the UK’s leading wholesale meat supplier. Alongside a strategic investment facility of £12 million, this will drive expansion, enhance services, and strengthen the UK meat supply chain.
This transformative partnership brings together two like-minded businesses committed to growth, sustainability, and innovation. The immediate result is a £30 million revenue growth forecast and a powerful boost to independent butchers and food retailers across the country.
You have probably eaten a DB Foods meal without realising from your local butcher, by popping into Tesco for a Finest Ready Meals; eating at Wagamama’s and even coming back from holiday on your British Airways flight. DB Foods Group has already secured listings in major retailers for supermarkets such as Tesco, Aldi, Morrisons and online retailer Ocado. Over the last 30 years, the £122 million pound business has supported the British Butchery industry by providing direct support to 1000 butchers per week, whilst providing 240 jobs across the DB Foods Group production facilities and headquarters in Poole, UK. This partnership will further enhance resources, market reach and position DB Foods Group as leaders in this evolving space.
The £12 million investment facility from Paramount Retail Group will be channelled directly into expanding DB Foods Group’s production capacity, advancing its technology and infrastructure, and supporting the delivery of smarter, more agile services to customers. It also represents a major step forward in strengthening supply chain resilience across the UK meat sector, creating long-term benefits for producers, retailers and consumers alike.
Paul Taylor, Chairman of Paramount Retail Group said: ‘’Butchers are at the heart of our high streets – they are often family businesses that provide jobs, expertise and a community connection. This acquisition is an investment in the future of food retail in the UK.’’
DB Foods has supplied the meat industry for over 30 years with an unparalleled reputation for quality, reliability and service. Under Paramount Retail Group’s ownership, the company will benefit from investment and resources that will allow it to expand operations whilst staying true to its rich heritage.
Graeme Clapp, Commercial Director of DB Foods Group said: ”We have carefully and methodically laid the foundations to make a significant impact in the wider retail sector and were looking for a partner with the expertise and ambition to help us fulfil the potential of our work,’ explains Graeme Clapp, Commercial Director of DB Foods.
”This summer, we were excited when the Paramount Retail Group not only took an interest in our company, but immediately understood what we wanted to achieve. When they proposed an investment and invitation for DB Foods to join their portfolio of retail businesses, we seized the opportunity”
The acquisition not only strengthens DB Foods Group’s operations at its Dorset headquarters, but also signals a broader commitment to innovation and sustainable growth across the UK meat industry. With a growing portfolio of major customers including Tesco, Aldi, Ocado, Wagamama, Popeyes and British Airways, DB Foods is well-positioned to lead the way in responsible, resilient food supply.
Together, Paramount Retail Group and DB Foods Group are not just protecting a legacy, they are investing in the future of British food, empowering suppliers, supporting local businesses and delivering excellence at every stage of the supply chain.
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