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Danone has announced a €20 million investment aimed at significantly expanding its Skyr production capacity in France.

The investment, scheduled for 2026, will focus on two historic production sites in the region: Ferrières-en-Bray and Le Molay-Littry. Together, these upgrades are expected to strengthen the company’s ability to meet growing consumer demand for high-protein dairy products, particularly Skyr.

At Ferrières-en-Bray, considered the birthplace of Danone Skyr in France, the company will install two new production lines. This expansion is set to increase the site’s Skyr production capacity by more than 80% by 2027.

Meanwhile, the Le Molay-Littry facility will begin producing Skyr for the first time, supported by the integration of dedicated processing technology and new equipment. The upgrades at this site are also expected to contribute to a reduced carbon footprint.

The initiative forms part of Danone’s broader strategy to modernise its French manufacturing footprint and localise production. The company has set a target to relocalise 45,000 tonnes of product in France by 2026, with Normandy playing a central role in that effort.

Danone’s focus on Skyr aligns with wider category growth trends. In its latest financial update, the company highlighted strong momentum in high-protein dairy segments, including Skyr and kefir, which contributed to a +2.7% like-for-like sales increase in Q1 2026.

Beyond capacity expansion, the investment underscores Danone’s continued commitment to local sourcing and regional partnerships. The company has operated in Normandy for over a century and relies exclusively on French milk, sourced locally.