Dole plc (NYSE:DOLE) ("Dole" or the "Company") today announced that its subsidiary Dole Nordic AB has completed the acquisition of Greenfood AB’s Fresh Produce division ("GFP"), expanding Dole’s 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 strong platform for targeted investment in next-generation warehouse technology, including advanced automation, robotics, inventory management systems and warehouse logistics capabilities.

"We are pleased to welcome GFP colleagues to our organisation – a team of skilled people who have consistently delivered value to their customers," said Niels Klem Thomsen, CEO of Dole Nordic AB. "Together, we will strengthen our Nordic platform, enhance our customer offering and create a stronger foundation to support growth in fresh produce consumption across the region."

About Dole plc:

A global leader in fresh produce, Dole plc grows, markets, and distributes an extensive variety of fresh produce sourced locally and from around the world. Dedicated and passionate in exceeding our customers’ requirements in over 85 countries, our goal is to make the world a healthier and a more sustainable place.

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