Apollo Group plans to open a new Lido central kitchen in Riga by 2027, which will support the restaurant brands across the Baltics as part of its wider growth strategy.
The Apollo Group has announced its intention to establish a new Lido central kitchen in Riga, projected for completion in 2027. This kitchen is set to serve as the central production and logistics hub for the company's restaurant brands throughout the Baltic region. Significant investments are being made, which will also be financed through an ongoing bond issuance. This initiative forms part of a broader growth strategy for the Apollo Group, indicating their confidence in expanding their operations despite market complexities.
The upcoming Lido central kitchen will enable large-scale production of semi-finished products, sauces, baked goods, and other food components, which will then be distributed to various restaurants operated by the Apollo Group. While it will bear the Lido name, the facility will serve multiple restaurant brands, not just Lido restaurants. This approach is aimed at standardizing quality, improving logistics, and enhancing production efficiency across all of Apolloβs food service brands, showcasing a strategic shift towards centralization.
The centralization of production is expected to support the rapidly growing network of restaurants while alleviating the pressure on individual restaurant kitchens. By streamlining production and distribution processes, Apollo aims to maximize operational efficiency and maintain high standards across its food offerings. This strategic move reflects the evolving landscape of the food and beverage industry in the Baltics, where companies are increasingly focused on sustainability and scalability to meet growing consumer demand.
