Fresh Del Monte names Pittsburgh as new hub for foods division

The newly acquired Fresh Del Monte Produce division, Del Monte Foods, established Pittsburgh as its central hub, reaffirming its long-standing connection to the city.

“Pittsburgh has been an important part of our story for more than two decades,” said Mohammad Abu-Ghazaleh, Fresh Del Monte Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “As we look ahead, we are proud to deepen our presence here while continuing to invest in the people, partnerships, and community that have supported us over the years.”

Fresh Del Monte’s long history in Pittsburgh 

Del Monte Foods’ history in the city dates back to 2002, when the company acquired several iconic brands—including StarKist, 9Lives, and Nature’s Goodness—from Pittsburgh-native Heinz. 

In 2021, Del Monte Foods relocated its Pittsburgh offices from the North Shore to Penn Center West in Robinson Township, marking a new chapter in its regional footprint while maintaining strong ties to the local community.

In the near term, core functions for the Foods division—including supply chain, finance, commercial operations, and research and development—will be anchored in the city. Notably, the presence of senior leadership in Pittsburgh marks a meaningful evolution, reinforcing the city’s role at the center of the division’s next chapter.

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