Who owns Iglo?
Iglo
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- Brand origin
- Germany
- Main production
- Several countries, incl. Germany
Iglo is a German-origin frozen food brand owned ultimately by Nomad Foods Limited, a publicly listed company headquartered in the United Kingdom. Iglo sells frozen fish, vegetables and prepared foods in several European markets.
iglo.deOwnership chain
- BrandIgloGermany
- Iglo Foods Holdings Limited
- Nomad Foods Europe
- Ultimate ownerNomad Foods LimitedUnited Kingdom
About Iglo
What is Iglo?
Iglo is a frozen food brand that originated in Germany. Iglo is part of Nomad Foods Limited's portfolio alongside Birds Eye, Findus, Ledo and Frikom. Nomad Foods describes Iglo as a major frozen food brand in Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Belgium and Portugal.
Who owns Iglo?
Iglo is ultimately owned by Nomad Foods Limited, according to Made O'Meter's ownership data verified on 13 September 2026. The ownership chain is Iglo, Iglo Foods Holdings Limited, Nomad Foods Europe, and Nomad Foods Limited. Nomad Foods Limited is a publicly listed company headquartered in the United Kingdom. Nomad Foods acquired Iglo Group in 2015 for approximately €2.6 billion and was formed following that acquisition. Nomad Foods reported revenue of €3,032.5 million for 2025.
Where does Iglo come from?
Iglo originated in Germany and has roots in the German frozen food business. The first Iglo fish fingers were produced in Bremerhaven in 1959. The Iglo name was introduced for frozen foods in the Netherlands in 1960 and was adopted in Germany in 1961. Unilever sold its Iglo and Birds Eye frozen food businesses to Permira in 2006, and Nomad Holdings acquired Iglo Group in 2015. Nomad Holdings was then renamed Nomad Foods.
What products does Iglo make?
Iglo makes frozen fish, vegetables and prepared frozen foods. Named products associated with Iglo include Captain Iglo fish fingers and Blubb cream spinach. Iglo's German range also includes frozen fish fillets, vegetable products and prepared meals. Iglo's Bremerhaven factory produces fish fingers for European markets.
Subsidiaries: Unilever Deutschland GmbH
Frequently asked questions about Iglo
Are Iglo fish fingers made in Germany?
- Iglo fish fingers were first produced in Bremerhaven, Germany, in 1959. Iglo's Bremerhaven factory continues to produce fish fingers for European markets.
Is Iglo the same company as Birds Eye?
- Iglo and Birds Eye are separate consumer brands within Nomad Foods Limited's portfolio. The two brands share historical ownership because Unilever previously operated both businesses, which were sold together to Permira in 2006.
Who makes Iglo spinach?
- Iglo spinach products are made under the Iglo brand, which is ultimately owned by Nomad Foods Limited. Blubb cream spinach is one of the products associated with Iglo.
In which countries is Iglo sold?
- Iglo is sold in Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Belgium and Portugal, where Nomad Foods identifies Iglo as a major frozen food brand. Product availability and ranges can differ between markets.
Is Nomad Foods publicly traded?
- Yes. Nomad Foods Limited is a publicly listed company and is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Nomad Foods owns Iglo through Iglo Foods Holdings Limited and Nomad Foods Europe.
Sources: nomadfoods.com: annual reports, nomadfoods.com: nomad holdings limited completes acquisition of iglo foods holdings limited, nomadfoods.com: nomad holdings limited to acquire iglo foods holdings limited for e2 6 billion, ernaehrungsdenkwerkstatt.de, grocerygazette.co.uk, presseportal.de, iglo.de, companiesmarketcap.com
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Products from Iglo
29- Iglo Frozen FoodFood – Frozen Meals (Fish, Vegetables, Ready Meals)
- Iglo Knoblauch-DuoFood – Frozen Herbs
- Iglo Edamame SojabohnenFood – Frozen Vegetables
- Iglo Bowls Protein Thai Red Curry with ChickenFood – Frozen Ready Meal
- Iglo Lombos de Pescada do CaboFood – Frozen Fish
- Iglo Spinat mit AlproFood – Frozen Vegetables
- Iglo frozen food productsFood – Frozen meals and vegetables
- Iglo VissticksFood – Frozen Seafood (Fish Fingers)
- Iglo Roerbak Sensatie Kip TeriyakiFood – Frozen Ready Meal
- Iglo Rahm-SpinatFood – Frozen Vegetables
- Iglo Veggie Love Gemüse Curry mit Kokos-SauceFood – Frozen Ready Meal (Vegetable Curry)
- Iglo Lekkerbekjes fish filletsFood – Frozen Fish
- Iglo Viskraam Lekkerbekjes in BierbeslagFood – Frozen Breaded Fish
- Iglo Fish SticksFood – Frozen Breaded Fish
- Iglo Veggie Love Kürbis Quinoa frozen vegetable mixFood – Frozen Vegetable Ready Meal
- Iglo Bacalhau à BrásFood – Frozen Ready Meal
- Iglo Grüne Bohnen mit SpeckFood – Frozen Vegetables
- Iglo Hühner FrikasseeFood – Frozen Ready Meal
- Iglo Frozen VegetablesFood - Frozen Vegetables
- Iglo BackfischstäbchenFood – Frozen Vegetable or Fish Product
- Iglo Schlemmer-FiletFood – Frozen Fish
- Iglo SpinachFood – Frozen Vegetables
- Iglo Groente-Idee HollandsFood – Frozen Vegetable Mix
- Iglo Königs GarnelenFood – Frozen Seafood (Shrimp)
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