Ukraine’s Oreo production is back in business after Mondelez repaired its war-damaged factory

Snack maker Mondelez resumed its production of Oreo cookies in Ukraine, after its plant in a small city in the eastern part of the country was badly damaged during Russia’s invasion roughly two years ago.

Snack maker Mondelez resumed its production of Oreo cookies in Ukraine, after its plant in a small city in the eastern part of the country was badly damaged during Russia’s invasion roughly two years ago. Mondelez’s plant in Trostyanets is now fully rebuilt after opening partially last year to make chocolates, according to a company statement. The company said the Oreo cookies and other chocolates produced at the Ukrainian factory are not being exported to neighboring Russia. Mondelez has three factories in Russia and sells its cookies and snacks there despite boycotts and calls for it to stop from employees, activists and investors. Mondelez said it was making its business in Russia “stand-alone” with a self-sufficient supply chain by the end of 2023. It appointed new leadership in Europe including Russia earlier this year. Mondelez’s rivals including Nestle, the world’s biggest food company, continue to sell their products in Russia. Food does not fall under international sanctions. While the plant in Trostyanets was being repaired, Mondelez imported Oreos to Ukraine, said a source familiar with the company’s plans, who is not permitted to speak to media.