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Dole Nordic
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Dole Nordic AB
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Public
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1850
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Dole Nordic AB is a Swedish-domiciled fresh produce distributor and wholly-owned subsidiary of Dole plc (NYSE: DOLE). Following the July 2026 acquisition of Greenfood AB's Fresh Produce division, the company operates a 26,500 square meter distribution facility in Helsingborg as its regional platform for fresh fruit and vegetable distribution across Sweden, Finland, and the broader Nordic region. Dole Nordic sits within Dole plc's group structure, alongside Dole Ireland, and leverages the group's brand portfolio — DOLE®, DOLE GO Organic!, BE Exotic!, and Grá — alongside planned investment in warehouse automation, robotics, and inventory management systems at the Helsingborg site.

Dole Nordic generates revenue through B2B distribution of fresh fruit and vegetables to three primary segments: retail chains, wholesale customers, and foodservice operators. The Nordic go-to-motion is enterprise field sales serving these channels, while broader Dole group distribution also includes retail partnerships (e.g., DOLE Apples in Tesco Ireland, DOLE Easy Peelers in Dunnes Stores) and a nationwide wholesale depot network, primarily via the Irish operations. Revenue mechanics are transactional — sale of fresh produce through distribution channels — with pricing not publicly disclosed at the subsidiary level.

Commercially, Dole Nordic operates under the same parent-level marketing apparatus as the broader Dole group: social media engagement, recipe and nutrition content marketing, sports sponsorships (Dundalk FC), and dedicated trade customer programs targeting foodservice, wholesale, and retail buyers. The core technology stack is physical and operational — fresh produce handling, warehouse automation, and inventory management — rather than software-led. Customer logos are dominated by large enterprise retailers at the group level; no Nordic-specific named-customer disclosure is available in the input data.

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Dole Nordic AB is a Sweden-based fresh produce distributor and subsidiary of Dole plc, operating a 26,500 sqm Helsingborg facility to supply fruit and vegetables to retail, wholesale, and foodservice customers across Sweden, Finland, and the Nordic region.

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Operating
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Headcount rangeband
101–250
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HeadquartersHelsingborg, Sweden
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Helsingborg
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Sweden
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Europe
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices1 record

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City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
fresh produce distribution, fruit and vegetable supply, wholesale produce logistics, foodservice produce sourcing, Nordic retail produce
Industry2 codes
1Ingredients, Spices & Culinary Supplies Distribution
CodeCRAOABAKPrimaryYes
2Specialty & Gourmet Foods Wholesale Distribution
CodeCRAOAAAIPrimaryNo
NAICS code1 code
  • Fruit and Vegetable Preserving and Specialty Food Manufacturing3114
SIC code1 code
  • Food And Kindred Products2000
Product category
Fresh Produce Distribution
GTM motion1 record

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Type, Description, Source

Revenue model1 record
1Fresh Produce Sales
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

Dole Nordic generates revenue through the distribution and sale of fresh produce including fruits and vegetables to retail, wholesale, and foodservice customers across Sweden, Finland, and the Nordic region.

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Marketing channels5 records

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Distribution channels4 records

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Cost components6 values
Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Personnel
GTM typeB2B
B2B
Offering typeServices
Services
Brand1 of 5 records shown
1DOLE®
Description

The world's most recognized fresh produce brand, committed to assuring the best agronomic and sustainability standards from seed to store, farm to fork.

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Core offering1 text field

Dole Nordic is a B2B supplier and distributor of fresh fruits, berries, and vegetables serving retail chains, wholesale customers, and foodservice operators across Sweden, Finland, and the broader Nordic region. Operations are centered on a 26,500 sq m distribution facility in Helsingborg, Sweden, acquired through the purchase of Greenfood AB's Fresh Produce division in July 2026, with planned investment in warehouse automation, robotics, inventory management systems, and logistics capabilities. The company operates as part of the Dole plc global fresh produce network.

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Product overview1 text field

Dole Nordic operates as part of Dole plc, a leading fresh produce company offering a diversified portfolio of fruits and vegetables through multiple branded product lines. The core DOLE® brand forms the centerpiece of the product offering, supported by specialized sub-brands including DOLE GO Organic! (certified organic produce), BE Exotic! (tropical and exotic fruits), and Grá (exclusively Irish local produce). The product portfolio spans fresh fruits (apples, cherries, bananas, kiwis, apricots) and fresh vegetables (broccoli, carrots, lettuce, cauliflower, onions). Recent expansion includes acquisition of Greenfood's Fresh Produce division serving the Nordic region (Sweden, Finland) with a 26,500 sqm distribution facility in Helsingborg.

Product and service5 records
1DOLE Fresh Produce Brand
CategoryFresh produce brand
2DOLE BE Exotic!
CategoryFresh produce sub-brand
3DOLE GO Organic!
CategoryFresh produce sub-brand
4Nordic Fresh Produce Distribution Services
CategoryDistribution and logistics services
5Foodservice Fresh Produce Supply
CategoryBespoke foodservice supply
Scale indicator3 records

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Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership1 partner
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing Partner
Description

Dole Ireland is the official snack partner of Dundalk Football Club (Dundalk FC), one of Ireland's most successful and beloved football teams. The partnership also includes sponsorship of the Boys Academy.

Recent move7 records

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Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight4 records

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Type, Description

Peers10 records
TypeDirect peer
Description

Greenyard is one of Europe's largest fresh, frozen, and prepared fruit and vegetable suppliers, serving retail, foodservice, and wholesale channels across the continent. It is the most directly comparable peer to Dole Nordic given its similar Nordic/European distribution footprint, multi-category fresh produce portfolio, and overlapping customer base of major grocery retailers.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Fresh Del Monte Produce is a globally diversified fresh fruit and vegetable producer, distributor, and marketer with significant European operations. It is comparable to Dole Nordic in its vertically integrated fresh produce model and broad retail and foodservice customer base, though it operates at a much larger scale and global scope.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Bonduelle is a France-headquartered global leader in fresh and processed vegetables, with strong European retail and foodservice distribution. It is directly comparable to Dole Nordic in its fresh vegetable focus, European distribution scale, and branded portfolio addressing retail and B2B foodservice customers.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Total Produce was a major European fresh produce distributor that merged with Dole plc to form the current combined entity, with operations across the Nordics, UK, Ireland, and continental Europe. It is a highly relevant historical and operational peer given shared heritage, overlapping Nordic/European customer relationships, and similar distribution-led model.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Fyffes is a long-established tropical produce distributor (bananas, pineapples, melons) now part of Dole plc, with strong European retail relationships. It is comparable to Dole Nordic in its branded tropical produce distribution focus, Irish/European heritage, and wholesale-retail go-to-market motion.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Driscoll's is the world's largest berry marketer with a strong European presence and major retailer partnerships. It is comparable to Dole Nordic in its branded fresh produce distribution model and premium positioning with European grocery chains, though it focuses narrowly on berries versus Dole Nordic's broader fruit and vegetable portfolio.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Hessing Supervers is a Netherlands-based fresh fruit and vegetable processor and distributor serving European retail, wholesale, and foodservice customers. It is directly comparable to Dole Nordic in its Northern European distribution focus, multi-channel fresh produce supply model, and similar customer segments.

TypeEmerging player
Description

Naturipe Farms is a US-headquartered grower-owned fresh berry and produce marketer with growing international reach. It is comparable to Dole Nordic in its branded fresh produce distribution approach and emphasis on quality/sustainability positioning, though it operates at a smaller scale and from a different geographic base.

TypeRegional player
Description

Capespan is a South Africa-headquartered fresh produce marketer and distributor with European market reach through its Cape Five subsidiary. It is comparable to Dole Nordic in its global-to-European fresh fruit sourcing and distribution model, though it is primarily anchored in Southern Hemisphere supply rather than Nordic retail operations.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Chiquita is a globally recognized fresh produce brand, primarily bananas and pineapples, with significant European distribution. It is comparable to Dole Nordic in its globally branded fresh produce model and large-scale European retail relationships, though Chiquita is more concentrated in tropical fruit categories.

Market position
Strengths4 records

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Weaknesses4 records

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Competitive moat4 records

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Key risks5 records

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Key highlights5 records

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Customer concentration

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Named customers2 records

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Segment4 records

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Ideal customer profile3 records

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Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

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Has app

Feature3 records

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Subsidiaries1 record

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Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A1 record

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Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

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Dole Nordic

Fresh Produce Distributiontotalproducenordic.com

Dole Nordic AB is a Sweden-based fresh produce distributor and subsidiary of Dole plc, operating a 26,500 sqm Helsingborg facility to supply fruit and vegetables to retail, wholesale, and foodservice customers across Sweden, Finland, and the Nordic region.

What Dole Nordic does

Dole Nordic AB is a Swedish-domiciled fresh produce distributor and wholly-owned subsidiary of Dole plc (NYSE: DOLE). Following the July 2026 acquisition of Greenfood AB's Fresh Produce division, the company operates a 26,500 square meter distribution facility in Helsingborg as its regional platform for fresh fruit and vegetable distribution across Sweden, Finland, and the broader Nordic region. Dole Nordic sits within Dole plc's group structure, alongside Dole Ireland, and leverages the group's brand portfolio — DOLE®, DOLE GO Organic!, BE Exotic!, and Grá — alongside planned investment in warehouse automation, robotics, and inventory management systems at the Helsingborg site.

Dole Nordic generates revenue through B2B distribution of fresh fruit and vegetables to three primary segments: retail chains, wholesale customers, and foodservice operators. The Nordic go-to-motion is enterprise field sales serving these channels, while broader Dole group distribution also includes retail partnerships (e.g., DOLE Apples in Tesco Ireland, DOLE Easy Peelers in Dunnes Stores) and a nationwide wholesale depot network, primarily via the Irish operations. Revenue mechanics are transactional — sale of fresh produce through distribution channels — with pricing not publicly disclosed at the subsidiary level.

Commercially, Dole Nordic operates under the same parent-level marketing apparatus as the broader Dole group: social media engagement, recipe and nutrition content marketing, sports sponsorships (Dundalk FC), and dedicated trade customer programs targeting foodservice, wholesale, and retail buyers. The core technology stack is physical and operational — fresh produce handling, warehouse automation, and inventory management — rather than software-led. Customer logos are dominated by large enterprise retailers at the group level; no Nordic-specific named-customer disclosure is available in the input data.

Dole Nordic firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Dole Nordic
Legal name
Dole Nordic AB
Website
https://totalproducenordic.com
Company type
Public
Founded year
1850
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
101–250 employees
Short description
Dole Nordic AB is a Sweden-based fresh produce distributor and subsidiary of Dole plc, operating a 26,500 sqm Helsingborg facility to supply fruit and vegetables to retail, wholesale, and foodservice customers across Sweden, Finland, and the Nordic region.
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Dole Nordic industry classification

Industry
Product category
Fresh Produce Distribution
NAICS
Fruit and Vegetable Preserving and Specialty Food Manufacturing (3114)
SIC
Food And Kindred Products (2000)
akta.pro primary industry
Ingredients, Spices & Culinary Supplies Distribution (CRAOABAK)
akta.pro secondary industry
Specialty & Gourmet Foods Wholesale Distribution (CRAOAAAI)

Keywords

  • Fresh produce distribution
  • Fruit and vegetable supply
  • Wholesale produce logistics
  • Foodservice produce sourcing
  • Nordic retail produce

Where Dole Nordic is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Helsingborg
HQ country
Sweden
HQ region
Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

Dole Nordic business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Personnel

Revenue model

  1. Fresh Produce Sales: Dole Nordic generates revenue through the distribution and sale of fresh produce including fruits and vegetables to retail, wholesale, and foodservice customers across Sweden, Finland, and the Nordic region.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Dole Nordic product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Dole Nordic is a B2B supplier and distributor of fresh fruits, berries, and vegetables serving retail chains, wholesale customers, and foodservice operators across Sweden, Finland, and the broader Nordic region. Operations are centered on a 26,500 sq m distribution facility in Helsingborg, Sweden, acquired through the purchase of Greenfood AB's Fresh Produce division in July 2026, with planned investment in warehouse automation, robotics, inventory management systems, and logistics capabilities. The company operates as part of the Dole plc global fresh produce network.

Product overview

Dole Nordic operates as part of Dole plc, a leading fresh produce company offering a diversified portfolio of fruits and vegetables through multiple branded product lines. The core DOLE® brand forms the centerpiece of the product offering, supported by specialized sub-brands including DOLE GO Organic! (certified organic produce), BE Exotic! (tropical and exotic fruits), and Grá (exclusively Irish local produce). The product portfolio spans fresh fruits (apples, cherries, bananas, kiwis, apricots) and fresh vegetables (broccoli, carrots, lettuce, cauliflower, onions). Recent expansion includes acquisition of Greenfood's Fresh Produce division serving the Nordic region (Sweden, Finland) with a 26,500 sqm distribution facility in Helsingborg.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • DOLE®: The world's most recognized fresh produce brand, committed to assuring the best agronomic and sustainability standards from seed to store, farm to fork.
  • DOLE® GO Organic!
  • BE Exotic!
  • Grá
  • DOLE® Easy Peelers

Products and services

  • DOLE Fresh Produce Brand
  • DOLE BE Exotic!
  • DOLE GO Organic!
  • Nordic Fresh Produce Distribution Services
  • Foodservice Fresh Produce Supply

Companies that use Dole Nordic

Customer profile

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Dole Nordic technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Dole Nordic partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

  • Dundalk Football ClubminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDole Ireland is the official snack partner of Dundalk Football Club (Dundalk FC), one of Ireland's most successful and beloved football teams. The partnership also includes sponsorship of the Boys Academy.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Dole Nordic competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • Greenyard: Greenyard is one of Europe's largest fresh, frozen, and prepared fruit and vegetable suppliers, serving retail, foodservice, and wholesale channels across the continent. It is the most directly comparable peer to Dole Nordic given its similar Nordic/European distribution footprint, multi-category fresh produce portfolio, and overlapping customer base of major grocery retailers.
  • Bonduelle: Bonduelle is a France-headquartered global leader in fresh and processed vegetables, with strong European retail and foodservice distribution. It is directly comparable to Dole Nordic in its fresh vegetable focus, European distribution scale, and branded portfolio addressing retail and B2B foodservice customers.
  • Total Produce: Total Produce was a major European fresh produce distributor that merged with Dole plc to form the current combined entity, with operations across the Nordics, UK, Ireland, and continental Europe. It is a highly relevant historical and operational peer given shared heritage, overlapping Nordic/European customer relationships, and similar distribution-led model.
  • Fyffes: Fyffes is a long-established tropical produce distributor (bananas, pineapples, melons) now part of Dole plc, with strong European retail relationships. It is comparable to Dole Nordic in its branded tropical produce distribution focus, Irish/European heritage, and wholesale-retail go-to-market motion.
  • Hessing Supervers: Hessing Supervers is a Netherlands-based fresh fruit and vegetable processor and distributor serving European retail, wholesale, and foodservice customers. It is directly comparable to Dole Nordic in its Northern European distribution focus, multi-channel fresh produce supply model, and similar customer segments.

Broad incumbents

  • Fresh Del Monte Produce: Fresh Del Monte Produce is a globally diversified fresh fruit and vegetable producer, distributor, and marketer with significant European operations. It is comparable to Dole Nordic in its vertically integrated fresh produce model and broad retail and foodservice customer base, though it operates at a much larger scale and global scope.
  • Driscoll's: Driscoll's is the world's largest berry marketer with a strong European presence and major retailer partnerships. It is comparable to Dole Nordic in its branded fresh produce distribution model and premium positioning with European grocery chains, though it focuses narrowly on berries versus Dole Nordic's broader fruit and vegetable portfolio.
  • Chiquita Brands International: Chiquita is a globally recognized fresh produce brand, primarily bananas and pineapples, with significant European distribution. It is comparable to Dole Nordic in its globally branded fresh produce model and large-scale European retail relationships, though Chiquita is more concentrated in tropical fruit categories.

Emerging players

  • Naturipe Farms: Naturipe Farms is a US-headquartered grower-owned fresh berry and produce marketer with growing international reach. It is comparable to Dole Nordic in its branded fresh produce distribution approach and emphasis on quality/sustainability positioning, though it operates at a smaller scale and from a different geographic base.

Regional players

  • Capespan Group: Capespan is a South Africa-headquartered fresh produce marketer and distributor with European market reach through its Cape Five subsidiary. It is comparable to Dole Nordic in its global-to-European fresh fruit sourcing and distribution model, though it is primarily anchored in Southern Hemisphere supply rather than Nordic retail operations.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

Dole Nordic social profiles

Digital presence

Dole Nordic financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Dole Nordic leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Dole Nordic subsidiaries and ownership

Company hierarchy

Subsidiaries1 record

Dole Nordic funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Dole Nordic M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A1 record

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Dole Nordic

What does Dole Nordic do?

Dole Nordic is a B2B supplier and distributor of fresh fruits, berries, and vegetables serving retail chains, wholesale customers, and foodservice operators across Sweden, Finland, and the broader Nordic region. Operations are centered on a 26,500 sq m distribution facility in Helsingborg, Sweden, acquired through the purchase of Greenfood AB's Fresh Produce division in July 2026, with planned investment in warehouse automation, robotics, inventory management systems, and logistics capabilities. The company operates as part of the Dole plc global fresh produce network.

Is Dole Nordic a public or private company?

Dole Nordic is a public company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.

When was Dole Nordic founded?

Dole Nordic was founded in 1850. It employs 101 to 250 people.

Where is Dole Nordic based?

Dole Nordic is headquartered in Helsingborg, Sweden, in the Europe region.

How does Dole Nordic make money?

One revenue line is on record: fresh Produce Sales.

Who are Dole Nordic's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are Greenyard, Bonduelle, Total Produce, Fyffes and Hessing Supervers. Broad incumbents are Fresh Del Monte Produce, Driscoll's and Chiquita Brands International. Naturipe Farms is listed as an emerging player. Capespan Group is listed as a regional player.

Does Dole Nordic have an API?

No public API is recorded for Dole Nordic.

What industry is Dole Nordic in?

Dole Nordic's product category is Fresh Produce Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRAOABAK, Ingredients, Spices & Culinary Supplies Distribution, with a secondary code of CRAOAAAI, Specialty & Gourmet Foods Wholesale Distribution. Its NAICS code is 3114 and its SIC code is 2000.

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Investing.comDole completes acquisition of Greenfood’s fresh produce unit By Investing.comDole plc announced that its subsidiary Dole Nordic AB has completed the acquisition of Greenfood AB's Fresh Produce division, expanding Dole's operations across Sweden, Finland, and the broader Nordic region. The transaction includes a 26,500 square meter fresh produce distribution facility in Helsingborg, Sweden, which will serve as a platform for investment in warehouse automation, robotics, inventory management systems, and logistics capabilities. Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.FinancialContent Business PageDole plc Announces Strategic Acquisition in the Nordic RegionDole plc announced that its subsidiary Dole Nordic AB has completed the acquisition of Greenfood AB's Fresh Produce division (GFP), expanding its scale and capabilities across Sweden, Finland and the wider Nordic region. The acquisition adds a modern 26,500 m² fresh produce distribution facility in Helsingborg, Sweden, providing a platform for investment in next-generation warehouse technology including automation and robotics. CEO Niels Klem Thomsen stated the deal will strengthen their Nordic platform and create a foundation to support growth in fresh produce consumption across the region.MorningstarDole plc Announces Strategic Acquisition in the Nordic RegionDole Nordic AB completed the acquisition of Greenfood AB's Fresh Produce division, expanding Dole's scale across Sweden, Finland, and the wider Nordic region. The deal adds a 26,500 m² fresh produce distribution facility in Helsingborg, Sweden, providing a platform for investment in next-generation warehouse technology.The Irish TimesDole buys Swedish fresh food businessDublin-headquartered Dole has acquired the fresh produce division of Swedish business Greenfood AB through its Dole Nordic subsidiary, gaining a 26,500 sq m distribution facility in Helsingborg to expand its presence across Sweden, Finland and the wider Nordic region. The company separately completed the sale of its port operations in Guayaquil, Ecuador to TIL Switzerland for approximately $75 million. Dole reported Q1 revenues of $2.4 billion, up 11.6% year-over-year, though net income declined to $37.7 million from $44.2 million in the prior year period.news.cision.comGreenfood signs agreement to sell its Fresh Produce business to Dole Nordic ABGreenfood AB has signed a Share Purchase Agreement to sell its Fresh Produce business to Dole Nordic AB, representing a strategic divestment of its fruit and vegetable wholesale operations. The transaction, expected to close in 2026 pending customary regulatory approvals including competition authority clearance, is designed to allow Greenfood to focus on its faster-growing Picadeli and Food Solutions segments while improving its liquidity position, leverage ratio, and profitability profile. The divestment aligns with Greenfood's stated strategy to concentrate on its rapidly expanding business areas across Europe and the United States.