Is Pilos a Lidl brand?

Yes. Pilos is a Lidl private-label dairy brand. Lidl sells Pilos products through its retail network.

Are Pilos products made in Romania?

Some Pilos products are made in Romania, but not all products necessarily have the same origin. Reported Romanian producers include Albalact, Fabrica de Lapte Brașov, Lacto Food and FrieslandCampina Romania.

Who manufactures Pilos milk and yogurt?

Different suppliers manufacture Pilos products. Reported examples include Albalact for some milk and yogurt, Fabrica de Lapte Brașov for some yogurt, and FrieslandCampina Romania for some natural yogurt.

Is Pilos owned by Dieter Schwarz?

Pilos is ultimately owned by Dieter Schwarz Stiftung gGmbH through Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG and Schwarz Gruppe. The ownership structure is foundation-owned rather than held directly by a publicly listed company.

Who owns Pilos?

Pilos

Ultimate ownerGermanyDieter Schwarz Stiftung gGmbH

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Brand origin: Romania
Main production: Several countries, incl. Poland

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Ownership chain

BrandLidl Stiftung & Co. KGRomania
Schwarz Gruppe
Ultimate ownerDieter Schwarz Stiftung gGmbHGermany

About Pilos

What is Pilos?

Pilos is a private-label dairy brand sold through Lidl stores. The range includes milk, yogurt, cheese, butter, sour cream and kefir. Lidl Romania lists Pilos products including natural yogurt, basic dairy products and fruit yogurt.

Who owns Pilos?

Pilos is ultimately owned by Dieter Schwarz Stiftung gGmbH, according to Made O’Meter’s ownership data verified on 13 September 2026. The ownership chain is Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG, then Schwarz Gruppe, then Dieter Schwarz Stiftung gGmbH. Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG is part of Schwarz Gruppe, which also operates Lidl and Kaufland. The ultimate owner is a German foundation-owned nonprofit limited liability company.

Where does Pilos come from?

Pilos originated in Romania as a Lidl private-label brand. Pilos products sold in Romania can be made by different dairy producers, depending on the product. Reported Romanian suppliers include Albalact, Fabrica de Lapte Brașov, Lacto Food and FrieslandCampina Romania.

What products does Pilos make?

Pilos products include milk, yogurt, Greek yogurt, kefir, cultured milk, sour cream, butter, telemea cheese, smoked cheese and other dairy products. Product origins can vary within the range. For example, reported suppliers have included Albalact for some milk and Greek yogurt, Fabrica de Lapte Brașov for some yogurt and telemea, and Lacto Food for butter.

Frequently asked questions about Pilos

Is Pilos a Lidl brand?: Yes. Pilos is a Lidl private-label dairy brand. Lidl sells Pilos products through its retail network.
Are Pilos products made in Romania?: Some Pilos products are made in Romania, but not all products necessarily have the same origin. Reported Romanian producers include Albalact, Fabrica de Lapte Brașov, Lacto Food and FrieslandCampina Romania.
Who manufactures Pilos milk and yogurt?: Different suppliers manufacture Pilos products. Reported examples include Albalact for some milk and yogurt, Fabrica de Lapte Brașov for some yogurt, and FrieslandCampina Romania for some natural yogurt.
Does Pilos sell products other than milk?: Yes. Pilos also sells yogurt, Greek yogurt, kefir, cultured milk, sour cream, butter and several types of cheese.
Is Pilos owned by Dieter Schwarz?: Pilos is ultimately owned by Dieter Schwarz Stiftung gGmbH through Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG and Schwarz Gruppe. The ownership structure is foundation-owned rather than held directly by a publicly listed company.

Sources: attac.de, derwesten.de, swr.de, handel.verdi.de, de.wikipedia.org, bloomberg.com, fragdenstaat.de, lidl.ro