OSI Group links up with Pickstock Telford

By Georgi Gyton

- Last updated on GMT

OSI said the partnership would assure a steady supply of its beef to its operations in Europe
OSI said the partnership would assure a steady supply of its beef to its operations in Europe

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OSI Group has entered into a joint venture with UK-based beef processor Pickstock Telford.

According to Chicago-based OSI, the partnership will "assure a steady supply of quality beef to OSI’s further processing operations in Europe",​ as well as providing Pickstock with a platform for global expansion.

OSI said Pickstock was a "perfect fit"​ for its OSI Foodworks European division

Greg Pickstock, managing director, Pickstock Telford, said: "I am extremely pleased by the prospect of the synergies that this joint venture will bring to our growth strategy to expand market sales.

"OSI is a respected company with a solid reputation and has an established presence throughout the beef sector. Working with OSI Foodworks will optimise the potential for our products worldwide. This is a good thing for us and, most importantly, for the farmers that supply us."

Mark Richardson, senior vice-president, global supply chain, OSI, said: "Pickstock Telford is an impressive plant that is well managed and well invested. It fits in with the OSI value of a global company with a family feel to it. The venture will also add value for our customers, giving a greater depth of supply chain integration and product security, along with a sustainable and locally-sourced solution."

Pickstock was founded in 2013, and moved into a new beef processing plant in Telford, Shropshire earlier this year. It will retain the name Pickstock Telford.

OSI Group has a presence in more than 60 locations across the globe, including production sites in eight countries in mainland Europe.

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