Lutosa invests over EUR 200 million in expansion potato processing capacity

Lutosa, the Belgian producer of frozen potato products, is about to complete an investment in Waregem worth more than 200 million (USD 216 million). 

With this investment, Lutosa has become one of the largest private investors in West Flanders in recent years and strengthens its historic link with Belgium. This operation will significantly increase the plant’s production capacity and environmental performance. 

The investment follows a rigorous and intensive permitting process, during which local authorities and other stakeholders were extensively consulted. The works – already underway and due for completion in mid-2026 – include installing a new Frozen Fries production line, extending the flakes production line, creating a new potato reception and sorting station, and improving the wastewater treatment plant. 

With this investment, Lutosa is strengthening its links with over 700 potato growers and its more than 1,000 employees, as well as with the region. Belgium, and in particular West Flanders, offers Lutosa—in addition to its Leuze site—a favourable environment for strengthening its competitiveness in the international market for high-quality Belgian potato products. 

This investment also reflects Lutosa’s leadership in sustainability. It will reduce the energy demand of the production process in Waregem by more than 25%. In addition, Lutosa is proud to be introducing state-of-the-art technology for its new wastewater treatment system, which will eventually enable 85% of the water consumed to be reused.

Alain Dufait, Managing Director of Lutosa:

"Lutosa has a long and successful history in Waregem. I am therefore delighted that we are continuing this history by developing and making more sustainable our production site in Waregem. This investment will open up new opportunities to better serve our customers with superior product quality, while supporting our growth strategy."