A Moscow snack producer has achieved a significant ramp‑up in output, surpassing its earlier milestones by delivering 1.5 million packages of chickpea chips in 2022. This notable rise is highlighted by Vladislav Ovchinsky, head of the Moscow Department of Investment and Industrial Policy, who emphasized the scale of the growth.
At year’s end 2022, the company reported a production surge that more than doubled its previous levels, reaching the milestone of 1.5 million chickpea chip packages, according to Ovchinsky. The official notes that Moscow’s manufacturing landscape includes more than 200 enterprises, many of which are relatively young. These firms are actively upgrading their facilities, channeling funds into development, and broadening the range of products they offer to consumers.
Shelldon’s chief executive, Andrey Kazakov, frames chickpea chips as a compelling alternative to traditional potato snacks. He points out that the chips are made from natural ingredients and are free from added sugar, gluten, preservatives, and artificial coloring, aligning with growing consumer demand for healthier snack options.
In related industry movements, Interfax reported that the firm Aqualife Resource has filed a request with the Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS) seeking prior approval to acquire the Russian division of the American multinational Kellogg. This development signals ongoing consolidation activity within Russia’s snack and broader food sectors, with regulatory reviews assessing how such moves might affect competition and market dynamics.