FreshDirect Announces Completion of Sale to Ahold Delhaize and Centerbridge Partners

January 6, 2021 FreshDirect

FreshDirect, the Northeast’s leading online fresh food grocer, today announced that it closed its sale to Ahold Delhaize, one of the world’s largest food retail groups, and investment firm Centerbridge Partners. The closing occurred today.

New York Common Pantry Unites Partners This Thanksgiving to Support Neighbors in Need

November 25, 2020 FreshDirect

The Annual Thanksgiving Dinner at New York Common Pantry (NYCP) may look different this year, but Thanksgiving favorites, conversation, and connection will be once again served.

FreshDirect CEO Says Customers Will Only See Benefits After Dutch Grocer Buys Majority Stake

November 24, 2020 Amelia Lucas, CNBC

The Dutch company already has a foothold in U.S. grocery e-commerce through Peapod, which was the first company in the country dedicated to online grocery delivery. But FreshDirect’s specialty is fresh food, which represents about 60% of its total sales, and it has a higher market share than Peapod in the New York tri-state area.

Ahold Delhaize and Centerbridge Partners Announce Acquisition of FreshDirect

November 19, 2020 Ahold Delhaize

Ahold Delhaize will acquire the majority share, funded by cash on hand, and Centerbridge Partners will be a minority equity investor with a 20% stake.

FreshDirect and Partners Distribute Thanksgiving Turkeys, PPE, and Food to Local Bronx Community

November 17, 2020 FreshDirect

The annual event is part of FreshDirect’s “Give-Ember” 2020 Holiday Food Donation Extravaganza, and takes place at 10:00am on Monday, November 16, 2020 at East 137th Street and Alexander Avenue in the Bronx.