Metos

What Metos does

Metos Oy Ab, founded in 1922 and headquartered in Kerava, Finland, manufactures and retails professional kitchen equipment and related services across nine European countries. The company operates through two principal divisions — Metos Cooking Solutions (MCS), focused on large-format food production equipment such as the CulinoPro and Proveno combi kettles, hot-fill pumps, sous vide chill tanks, bratt pans, and the Nordien kitchen furniture system; and Metos Marine, which delivers purpose-built galley and laundry solutions to commercial vessels, including container ships, offshore platforms, icebreakers, ferries, and research ships. Manufacturing is concentrated at the Kerava headquarters facility and a stainless-steel furniture factory in Sorsakoski, Finland, while commercial sales and service are delivered through wholly-owned sales companies in Finland, Sweden, Norway, Estonia, Lithuania, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands, supplemented by a worldwide marine distributor and agent network.

The core technology revolves around stainless-steel fabrication and proprietary cook-chill and hot-fill process equipment that enables large-scale production kitchens to safely produce and chill food with up to 40 days of shelf life, supporting central kitchens serving 5,000–10,000 meals daily. Metos also distributes complementary third-party brands — notably Merrychef (Welbilt) high-speed ovens under the "Metos by Merrychef" label, Burlodge/Deliver/Thermobox food transport systems, and combi-steamer lines (iCombi, Synapsy, Memo). The company serves three primary segments: large production kitchens and catering facilities, restaurants and hotels, and marine/offshore operators, with healthcare and institutional feeding as a secondary segment. Metos Marine has delivered approximately 150 complete galleys per year to a cumulative installed base of over 6,000 vessels.

Metos is a wholly-owned subsidiary of ALI Group, the world's largest professional kitchen equipment manufacturer, and employs approximately 750 people. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time equipment sales, with recurring contribution from spare parts, installation, training, and lifecycle maintenance services. Pricing is quote-based for custom configurations with standard B2B terms (net 14 days invoice, 1-year warranty, EXW Kerava delivery). The go-to-market is dominated by direct enterprise field sales, supplemented by the Metos Webshop for spare-parts and accessory ordering and active participation in maritime trade fairs (notably Marintec China).

Name

Metos

Legal name

Metos Oy Ab

Website

https://metos.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1922

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Metos Oy Ab, founded 1922 in Finland, manufactures professional kitchen equipment and marine galley solutions. Operating through Metos Cooking Solutions and Metos Marine divisions across nine European countries, it serves large production kitchens, restaurants, and over 6,000 vessels worldwide as part of ALI Group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Kitchen Equipment

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (3333), Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310), Food Product Machinery Manufacturing (333241)

SIC

Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580), Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment, Nec (3569)

akta.pro primary industry

Restaurant & Commercial Kitchen Equipment Wholesale (AFAIALAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Commercial Cooking Equipment & Parts Wholesale (AFAIALAJ), Commercial Refrigeration & HVAC (Foodservice) Wholesale (AFAIALAI), Food Preparation Equipment & Smallwares Wholesale (AFAIALAK)

Keywords

• Professional kitchen equipment
• Commercial cooking equipment
• Marine galley solutions
• Cook-chill technology
• Food production kettles

Headquarters

HQ city

Kerava

HQ country

Finland

HQ region

Europe

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Sales of professional kitchen equipment including cooking kettles, ovens, bratt pans, preparation equipment, refrigeration, and dishwashing machines. One-time product sales with various sizing and configurations.
2. Marine Galley Equipment: Sales of galley and laundry equipment specifically designed for maritime vessels including installation and project management services
3. Spare Parts: Long-term spare parts availability for equipment maintenance and lifecycle support across all product categories
4. Training Services: Customer training programs on equipment operation, production processes, energy efficiency, and workflow optimization
5. Installation Services: Equipment installation including disconnection of old appliances, setup, and connection to existing infrastructure

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Metos manufactures, sells, and services professional kitchen equipment for the foodservice industry through two main divisions: Metos Cooking Solutions (large-format food production equipment such as cooking kettles, hot-fill pumps, sous vide chill tanks, bratt pans, and kitchen furniture for mass catering and food factories) and Metos Marine (vessel-specific galley and laundry solutions). The company also offers installation, maintenance, spare parts, and training services.

Product overview

Metos is a professional kitchen equipment manufacturer and market leader in Scandinavia, the Baltic countries and Benelux, operating as part of the ALI Group. The company operates through distinct divisions: Metos Cooking Solutions (large-scale food production equipment including CulinoPro and Proveno kettles, hot-fill pumps, sous vide tanks, bratt pans, and the Nordien System), Metos Marine (galley and laundry solutions for vessels), and a comprehensive general kitchen equipment portfolio. The product range spans preparation equipment (vegetable slicers, mixers, meat processing), cooking equipment (ranges, ovens, kettles, fryers, grills), serving and distribution equipment, coffee machines, ice makers, cold storage, dishwashing, waste handling, laundry equipment, and kitchen furniture. Metos also distributes Merrychef high-speed ovens (Welbilt brand), food transport systems (Burlodge, Deliver, Thermobox), and combi-steamers (iCombi, Synapsy, Memo). The company manufactures in Kerava, Finland and Sorsakoski, Finland, with approximately 750 employees across nine European countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Metos Cooking Solutions: Sales division dedicated to large-format food production equipment designed for mass catering and small-to-medium food factories, featuring products such as CulinoPro and Proveno kettles, hot-fill pumps, SousVide chill tanks, and Bratt pans
• Metos Marine
• Metos by Merrychef
• Nordien System
• CulinoPro
• Proveno

Products and services

• CulinoPro Kettles Enhanced combi kettles for professional production kitchens with improved cooking capabilities, part of the Metos Cooking Solutions portfolio for mass catering operations.
• Proveno Kettles Professional production kitchen kettles with advanced temperature control and cooking precision, part of the Metos kettles portfolio for large-scale kitchens.
• Viking Kettles Kettle product line including Viking SW and Viking Combi variants, suitable for professional kitchens and marine applications.
• Hot-fill Pumps Equipment for hot-fill food packaging method used in production kitchens for controlled food production, dispensing, and distribution with heat sealing capabilities.
• SousVide Chill Tanks Tanks for sous vide cooking and chill storage in large-scale food production environments.
• Chilled Water Systems (Icebank) Chilled water systems for food production cooling needs in professional kitchens.
• Bratt Pans Professional cooking equipment for braising and pan-frying in commercial kitchens.
• Nordien System Kitchen furniture and shelving system for professional kitchens.
• Metos Marine Galley and Laundry Solutions Professional kitchen equipment and laundry solutions specifically designed for marine and offshore vessels, serving over 6,000 vessels worldwide with approximately 150 complete galleys delivered annually.
• Cooking Equipment (Ranges, Ovens, Kettles, Fryers) Full cooking equipment line including flat-top ranges, induction ranges, combi-steamers, convection ovens, bratt pans, fryers, griddles, salamanders, and pizza ovens for professional kitchens.
• Dishwashing Equipment Professional dishwashing systems including undercounter, hood type, granule washers, rack conveyor machines, sorting units, pre-wash tables, unloading tables, and floor washers.
• Cold Storage and Chilling Equipment Refrigerators, freezer cabinets, combi cabinets, blast chillers, medical refrigerators, thaw cabinets, and cold drawers for professional kitchens.
• Vegetable Slicers and Cutters Preparation equipment including vegetable slicers, cutters, and accessories for meat processing.
• Mixers (Varimixers) Professional mixing equipment including varimixers and accessories for commercial food preparation.
• Meat Processing Equipment Slicing machines, meat grinders, steak machines, band saws, and meat blocks for professional meat processing operations.
• GN Containers and Trays Gastronorm containers and trays in stainless steel, plastic, aluminium, granite enamelled, and coated variants.
• Serving Units Cold basins, cupboards, bain-maries, warm units, neutral counters, cold displays, water dispensers, plate dispensers, soup warmers, juice dispensers, and milk dispensers.
• Coffee Brewing Machines Professional coffee equipment including jug models, thermos models, bulk brewing coffee machines, and water boilers.
• Ice and Ice Cream Making Equipment Ice making and ice cream making equipment for professional kitchens.
• Waste Handling Equipment Free standing units, under sink units, compactors, and bio waste stations for professional kitchen waste management.
• Laundry Equipment Washing machines, tumble dryers, roller ironers, and ironing equipment for marine laundry operations.
• Merrychef High-Speed Ovens Distributed under the 'Metos by Merrychef' brand, these compact ovens combine circulating air, targeted roasting heat, and microwaves for cooking up to 10x faster than traditional ovens, with cool outer surface and no hood required.
• Food Transport Trolleys (Burlodge, Deliver, Thermobox) Food transport boxes, containers, and trolleys from Burlodge, Deliver, and Thermobox brands for centralized food distribution systems.
• Kitchen Furniture Lines (Neo, Classic, Proff) Kitchen fixture series including Neo, Classic, and Proff furniture lines plus floor shelves (Norm, Nordien, Plano systems).
• Spare Parts Long-term spare parts availability for equipment maintenance and lifecycle support across all Metos product categories.
• Installation Services Equipment installation including disconnection of old appliances, setup, and connection to existing infrastructure for professional kitchens.
• Training Services Customer training programs on equipment operation, production processes, energy efficiency, and workflow optimization.

Quantifiable outcome

• Equipment can extend food shelf life to 40 days safely using cook-chill technology
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• ALI GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMetos is part of the ALI Group, the leading professional kitchen equipment manufacturer in the world. This partnership provides Metos with global scale,资源共享, and access to industry-leading expertise in professional kitchen equipment manufacturing.
• Merrychef (Welbilt)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMerrychef high-speed ovens - described as the best on the market - are distributed by Metos Marine under 'Metos by Merrychef' brand. The compact ovens combine circulating air, targeted roasting heat, and microwaves for cooking up to 10x faster than traditional ovens.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Welbilt (Ali Group): US-based manufacturer of commercial foodservice equipment (ovens, fryers, refrigeration) and owner of Merrychef. Overlaps directly with Metos' cooking, refrigeration, and Merrychef distribution partnership, and is a sibling brand within the same parent ALI Group.
• MKN (Ali Group): German manufacturer of professional cooking equipment (kettles, tilting pans, combi-steamers) and an ALI Group sibling brand. Direct overlap with Metos Cooking Solutions' kettle and bratt pan portfolio across European central kitchens.
• Electrolux Professional: Swedish-listed manufacturer of professional kitchen and laundry equipment. Direct competitor in the European professional kitchen segment, overlapping with Metos in cooking, dishwashing, and food service solutions.
• Hobart GmbH: German manufacturer of commercial dishwashers, cooking, and food preparation equipment, plus marine/offshore galley solutions. Direct peer in marine galley equipment alongside Metos Marine, serving shipyards and fleet operators.
• Middleby Corporation: US-based global leader in commercial kitchen equipment, offering cooking, refrigeration, and food preparation systems. Competes head-to-head with Metos in professional kitchens, central production facilities, and marine/offshore galley applications.
• Hoshizaki Europe: Japanese-owned manufacturer specializing in commercial refrigeration, ice machines, and dishwashers. Competes with Metos' cold storage, ice making, and dishwashing product lines in European foodservice and marine markets.
• Winterhalter Gastronom: German specialist in commercial dishwashing systems, with a growing presence in food preparation and cooking. Directly competes with Metos in professional dishwashing solutions across Europe.
• Rational AG: German global market leader in combi-steamer ovens for professional kitchens. Directly competes with Metos in cooking equipment for production kitchens, restaurants, and institutional catering across Europe and globally.

Broad incumbents

• Manitowoc Foodservice / Ali Group Brands: Broader ALI Group portfolio including ice, refrigeration, and beverage brands such as Manitowoc Ice and Scotsman. Provides the competitive context for Metos' cold storage, refrigeration, and ice-making product lines in the European foodservice channel.
• Ali Group S.r.l. Italian-headquartered parent conglomerate and world's leading professional kitchen equipment manufacturer. Owns and operates multiple brands (Welbilt, MKN, Metos, etc.) that collectively compete across the full professional kitchen value chain Metos addresses.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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