Dr. Schär UK Enters Fresh Bread Market Via Acquisition

Namnews, 18th February 2022

Gluten-free food manufacturer, Dr. Schär UK, has acquired Glasgow-based allergen-free bread manufacturer, GDR Food Technology.

For Dr. Schär, the deal represents its entry into the fresh bread sector in the country and gives the business its first UK production plant.

The company already has 16 sites in 11 countries, offering a wide range of gluten-free products, including pizzas, savoury snacks, and biscuits.

Bradley Grimshaw, Managing Director at Dr. Schär UK, commented: “This move is set to significantly boost our presence in the UK and extend our expertise within the gluten-free bread category. We can now facilitate the launch of fresh bakery products to complement the current assortment and support us in our strategic objective of bakery leadership.

“We know that more and more consumers are seeking products free-from allergens to meet their dietary and lifestyle needs. Our partnership with GDR will enable us to further tap into this growing demand.”

GDR’s current workforce will remain in place, including Ronnie Stebbings, who will retain his role as Managing Director. He said: “This is incredible news for us and we are tremendously excited to be part of the Dr. Schär group. The company has led the way in the gluten-free sector, delighting shoppers with their high quality, delicious, safe and guaranteed products for years, and we can’t wait to be a part of the future success journey of Dr. Schär UK.”

The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.