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McVities owner Pladis to invest £68m in UK sites to boost capacity and efficiency

Pladis is upgrading factories in Stockport, Liverpool and Carlisle, with completion due by the end of 2026. The investment includes automation, new ovens and moulding lines, and is expected to cut emissions by 876 tonnes annually while creating new jobs.

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