Ptuj, 16 April (STA) - The poultry producer Perutnina Ptuj generated EUR 574 million in revenue last year, with EBITDA reaching EUR 87 million, show preliminary figures. According to a statement from MHP Group, the Ukrainian holding that acquired Perutnina Ptuj in 2019, revenue has increased by 50% and EBITDA 2.5-fold since the takeover.
MHP said that since its acquisition of Perutnina Ptuj and the Croatian company Perutnina Ptuj Pipo Čakovec, Perutnina had "become a strong example of successful integration". It added that it had continuously invested in its development since the acquisition.
"Today, Perutnina Ptuj is the leading poultry producer in SE Europe, with production facilities in Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The company employs over 5,200 people across 15 production sites," MHP said.
MHP says it has invested of EUR 254.4 million in its development in SE Europe since 2019. It intends to focus on the continued development of the Perutnina Ptuj group in the future, having abandoned previous plans for a new investment project in Sisak, Croatia.
Currently, a comprehensive development strategy for Perutnina Ptuj up to 2032 is being prepared. "The strategic focus remains on further strengthening operations in SE Europe, including Croatia, with planned investments aimed at increasing production capacity and reinforcing our long-term presence in the region."
The strategy will be guided by principles of sustainable growth, with an emphasis on innovation and collaboration with local partners. As part of this vision, MHP has already opened a regional office in Zagreb to coordinate operations and oversee future investments in SE Europe.
In Croatia, MHP is developing the MHP Pet Food plant, which will be the country's first facility for producing wet pet food. The plant is expected to open in 2026 and is forecast to create 200 new jobs. The total investment value exceeds EUR 40 million.
