News Update: July 24, 2008

With immediate effect, Challenger Foods will change its name to 2 Sisters Sunderland.

Established in 1986 to service food manufacturers with added value poultry, the company is well established as a major supplier to the dynamic sandwich, salad and pizza markets and continues to develop a range of protein products including duck, turkey and lamb for the most successful British brands.

The acquisition of Challenger Foods in June last year saw 2 Sisters strengthen their prepared food operations.

2 Sisters Chief Executive Officer, Ranjit Singh said: "Last year's acquisition complemented our current portfolio of food businesses and strengthened our prepared foods division. Our vision is to continue to grow by producing products that are in line with market demands by a combination of regional acquisitions, strong organic growth and international expansion."

"The repositioning of Challenger Foods within the 2 Sisters Food Group will allow us to continue to deliver best quality products for the lowest possible cost. Tony and the 2 Sisters Sunderland team have some great ideas on a wide range of new and exciting component meat products in the pipeline and together we look forward to growing this part of our business."

2 Sisters Sunderland's Site Director, Tony Gilroy said: "I can't think of a better time for us to fully integrate our systems and procedures under one roof. Apart from our name change and some administrative realignment, it’s very much business as usual."

2 Sisters Sunderland has achieved rapid growth and a fine reputation for teamwork, flexibility, innovation and development leadership by working in confidential partnerships with quality food manufacturers.

 

For more press information contact the 2 Sisters Press Office on 0870 7188776.

New press email address 2sistersfoodgroupmedia@gmail.com