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Two New Bidders Emerge for Vion’s Stranded German Slaughterhouses

A collapsed sale left Vion’s facilities in limbo, but fresh bids could reshape southern Germany’s meat industry. Local farmers may hold the key to their future.

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In this picture, we see glass from which we can see the trays containing the meat. We even see the...
In this picture, we see glass from which we can see the trays containing the meat. We even see the price tags. On the left side, we see the buildings and trees. There are trees and buildings in the background. At the top, we see the ceiling of the room. This might be a meat shop.

Two New Bidders Emerge for Vion’s Stranded German Slaughterhouses

The future of Vion's slaughterhouses in southern Germany has been thrown into doubt after a planned sale collapsed. Premium Food Group (PFG) withdrew from its deal to buy the sites in Crailsheim, Buchloe, and Waldkraiburg. Now, two companies have stepped forward with fresh interest in acquiring the facilities.

The initial purchase by PFG fell through, leaving the three Vion plants without a buyer. Vion has since restarted the sales process but has not disclosed details about ongoing negotiations.

Westfleisch, led by CEO Dr. Wilhelm Uffelmann, has openly expressed interest in the sites since summer. The collapse of the PFG deal has given the company a clearer path to acquisition.

Meanwhile, Christian Boeser, managing director of Boeser Frischfleisch, has also confirmed his company's bid for the Crailsheim location. Boeser views the site as a strategic opportunity to establish an independent meat quality hub in Baden-Württemberg. If successful, he plans to work closely with local farmers to shape the plant's future.

Boeser Frischfleisch already processes around 20,000 pigs weekly and has experience collaborating with regional slaughterhouses. At its Schöppingen site, the company has partnered with the Tummel slaughterhouse, reinforcing its commitment to local production networks.

With Westfleisch and Boeser Frischfleisch now in contention, the next steps for Vion's southern German plants remain unclear. The outcome will determine whether the facilities stay under new ownership or face further uncertainty. Both companies have highlighted the importance of maintaining strong ties with regional farmers in their plans.

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