About us

Welcome to OFI, a global leader in food solutions

A bakery & sweet ingredients and plant-based products business with deep manufacturing and distribution expertise, built on strong national positions. We are the second-largest player by turnover in the European bakery ingredients market, with leading positions in five key markets.

Our team of experts works closely with customers to understand their unique challenges and provide customized solutions that drive growth and success.

Backed by two strong owners – Orkla ASA and Rhône Group – we are well equipped for long-term growth, continuous innovation, and delivering value across the food industry.

Welcome to OFI, a global leader in food solutions

A bakery & sweet ingredients and plant-based products business with deep manufacturing and distribution expertise, built on strong national positions. We are the second-largest player by turnover in the European bakery ingredients market, with leading positions in five key markets.

Our team of experts works closely with customers to understand their unique challenges and provide customized solutions that drive growth and success.

Backed by two strong owners – Orkla ASA and Rhône Group – we are well equipped for long-term growth, continuous innovation, and delivering value across the food industry.

Welcome to OFI, a global leader in food solutions

A bakery & sweet ingredients and plant-based products business with deep manufacturing and distribution expertise, built on strong national positions. We are the second-largest player by turnover in the European bakery ingredients market, with leading positions in five key markets.

Our team of experts works closely with customers to understand their unique challenges and provide customized solutions that drive growth and success.

Backed by two strong owners – Orkla ASA and Rhône Group – we are well equipped for long-term growth, continuous innovation, and delivering value across the food industry.

Our values:

Trustworthy

Inspiring

Brave

Food Safety & Quality

Delivering safe, high-quality products is the foundation of trust between OFI and our customers. Across all our operations, we apply rigorous food safety standards and quality controls to ensure compliance, consistency, and continuous improvement. From sourcing to production and delivery, every step is guided by our strong food safety culture and deep commitment to excellence — because our customers deserve nothing less.

Food Safety & Quality

Delivering safe, high-quality products is the foundation of trust between OFI and our customers. Across all our operations, we apply rigorous food safety standards and quality controls to ensure compliance, consistency, and continuous improvement. From sourcing to production and delivery, every step is guided by our strong food safety culture and deep commitment to excellence — because our customers deserve nothing less.

Food Safety & Quality

Delivering safe, high-quality products is the foundation of trust between OFI and our customers. Across all our operations, we apply rigorous food safety standards and quality controls to ensure compliance, consistency, and continuous improvement. From sourcing to production and delivery, every step is guided by our strong food safety culture and deep commitment to excellence — because our customers deserve nothing less.

Society & Planet

At OFI, sustainability is more than a responsibility — it’s a mindset that shapes our decisions and drives our innovation. We are committed to reducing our environmental impact while contributing positively to the communities we’re part of. From lowering emissions and optimizing resource use to offering more sustainable product choices, we aim to create long-term value for people, planet, and business. Together, we grow better.

Society & Planet

At OFI, sustainability is more than a responsibility — it’s a mindset that shapes our decisions and drives our innovation. We are committed to reducing our environmental impact while contributing positively to the communities we’re part of. From lowering emissions and optimizing resource use to offering more sustainable product choices, we aim to create long-term value for people, planet, and business. Together, we grow better.

Society & Planet

At OFI, sustainability is more than a responsibility — it’s a mindset that shapes our decisions and drives our innovation. We are committed to reducing our environmental impact while contributing positively to the communities we’re part of. From lowering emissions and optimizing resource use to offering more sustainable product choices, we aim to create long-term value for people, planet, and business. Together, we grow better.

People & Passion

At OFI, we’re driven by passion and a strong sense of purpose, united by personal ownership, local insight, and international collaboration. Our inclusive culture celebrates innovation, creativity, and mutual respect – and we take pride in recognizing the people behind our success. We offer opportunities for personal and professional growth through meaningful career paths and empowering development. Our leadership philosophy, which we call “2-hat Leadership,” reflects our cultural mindset: staying close to customers while leveraging the strength of our global network.

People & Passion

At OFI, we’re driven by passion and a strong sense of purpose, united by personal ownership, local insight, and international collaboration. Our inclusive culture celebrates innovation, creativity, and mutual respect – and we take pride in recognizing the people behind our success. We offer opportunities for personal and professional growth through meaningful career paths and empowering development. Our leadership philosophy, which we call “2-hat Leadership,” reflects our cultural mindset: staying close to customers while leveraging the strength of our global network.

People & Passion

At OFI, we’re driven by passion and a strong sense of purpose, united by personal ownership, local insight, and international collaboration. Our inclusive culture celebrates innovation, creativity, and mutual respect – and we take pride in recognizing the people behind our success. We offer opportunities for personal and professional growth through meaningful career paths and empowering development. Our leadership philosophy, which we call “2-hat Leadership,” reflects our cultural mindset: staying close to customers while leveraging the strength of our global network.

Decades of structural growth, with 50+ acquisitions since 1999 have transformed OFI from a small local player to a European leader with a growing global presence

1999
1 200 M NOK

Odense, Idun, Dragsbæk

1999
2000
1 600 M NOK

KåKå , CBP, Jastbolaget

2000
2001
1 700 M NOK

Minordija

2001
2003
1 900 M NOK

Credin

2003
2004
2 500 M NOK

Lanordija

2004
2006
2 857 M NOK

Bæchs , Candeco, Nimatopaal

2006
2007
3 200 M NOK

KåKå CZ, Poznan Onion, Gæðabakstur

2007
2010
4 560 M NOK

Sonneveld, Beluša Foods, Naturli Foods, Frima, Vilmix, Natural

2010
2011
5 392 M NOK

Orkla Foods Romania

2011
2013
5 998 M NOK

Merkur, Caterlink

2013
2014
6 500 M NOK

BaKo

2014
2015
7 000 M NOK

Condite, Ekvia, FDS, Sebmag, HOL-POL, Kobo, Eisunion, Marcantonio

2015
2016
8 161 M NOK

Broer, Nic, Teampac

2016
2017
8 703 M NOK

Laan, Ekord, SR Food, Orchard Valley Foods Group, Vaffel Bagaren, Eis Gräbner

2017
2018
9 562 M NOK

ABC, IGOS, Werners Gourmetservice, County's, Quattro Enzyme Solutions

2018
2019
10 292 M NOK

Risberg, Kanakis, Vamo, Zeelandia Sweden

2019
2020
10 696 M NOK

WIN Equipment, Gortrush, Frödinge

2020
2021
12 012 M NOK

Ambasador, Hans Kaspar, Cake Decor

2021
2022
14 682 M NOK

Denali Ingredients, Hadecoup

2022
2023
18 661 M NOK

Norstamp

2023
2024
19 374 M NOK

Snack Food, Kartonage, FDE, Eurohansa

2024
2025
21 257 M NOK

Le Vesuve, Decorgel, Eurohansa

2025
2026
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Vortella, Senna, Premier Chocolate, Campo Bética, Phoenix Brands

2026

OFI companies serve 20,000+ customers from artisans and industrials (B2B) to consumer/retail (B2C)

Management Team

Marianne Kirkegaard

Interim CEO of OFI

Anette Karine Lundberg 

SVP/CFO, OFI

Halvor Liodden

SVP/CEO Credin Group

Elin Tveito Lindman

SVP/CEO Idun Group

Jeremy Thompson

SVP/CEO Denali Ingredients

Rolf Ahdell

SVP/CEO Bakery Ingredients

Olof Wiman

SVP/Operations COO, OFI

Manuela Banu

SVP/CEO Group, CSE Group

Thore Svensson

SVP/CEO Kåkå Group & OFI NEE Group

Mikael Harder

COO OSI

Tor Osmundsen

SVP/CEO Sweet Ingredients

Børge Filseth

SVP/CIO, OFI

Peter Verhagen

SVP/CEO Sonneveld Group

Erik Ekelund

SVP/CEO Nic Group

Niels S. Søgaard

SVP OFI

Christian Munk

SVP/CEO Plantbased & Dragsbæk Group

Birte Semb

SVP HR, OFI

Ulrik Grønnemose

SVP/CEO Odense Group

Ulrik Osmundsen

SVP/CEO OV Group

Marianne Kirkegaard

Interim CEO of OFI

Rolf Ahdell

SVP/CEO Bakery Ingredients

Tor Osmundsen

SVP/CEO Sweet Ingredients

Christian Munk

SVP/CEO Plantbased & Dragsbæk Group

Anette Karine 
Lundberg

SVP/CFO, OFI

Olof Wiman

SVP/Operations COO, OFI

Børge Filseth

SVP/CIO, OFI

Birte Semb

SVP HR, OFI

Halvor Liodden

SVP/CEO Credin Group

Peter Verhagen

SVP/CEO Sonneveld Group

Ulrik Grønnemose

SVP/CEO Odense Group

Manuela Banu

SVP/CEO Group, CSE Group

Elin Tveito Lindman

SVP/CEO Idun Group

Thore Svensson

SVP/CEO Kåkå Group & OFI NEE Group

Erik Ekelund

SVP/CEO Nic Group

Jeremy Thompson

SVP/CEO Denali Ingredients

Ulrik Osmundsen

SVP/CEO OV Group

Mikael Harder

COO OSI

Niels S. Søgaard

SVP OFI