PROJECTS /
Food Factory Relocation
Seamless Factory Relocation Services for Food Manufacturing
At DDK, we manage complex factory relocation projects for the food manufacturing industry. Whether you’re moving to a larger site, upgrading your facilities, or consolidating operations, our expert team ensures your factory relocation is efficient, safe and minimises downtime.
Why Choose DDK for Your Factory Relocation?
Food Manufacturing Expertise
We understand the unique challenges of relocating food production facilities, including hygiene, safety and regulatory compliance requirements.
Comprehensive Planning
Our meticulous relocation planning minimises production downtime and operational disruption.
End-to-End Management
From initial Discovery, site selection and site assessments through to fit out and commissioning, DDK ensures a seamless transition into your new facility working carefully with your teams every step of the way.
Risk Mitigation
We identify and address potential risks early, ensuring a smooth, on-time and on-budget relocation.
Our Factory Relocation Process
Discover
Early engagement allows us to conduct thorough site assessments and identify potential challenges and opportunities early, ensuring seamless transitions with meticulous planning.
Design
Working with our trusted partners we develop detailed factory designs which can be phased to optimise your operational workflows and ensure all food industry compliance standards are met.
Construct
Our experienced construction teams deliver your relocation project with precision, safety and quality, managing all subcontractors and ensuring on-time, on-budget completion of your food factory construction project.
Success Story:
We delivered the 140,000 sqft fit out of a speculative-build warehouse into a state-of-the-art food manufacturing and distribution facility within a 38 week programme.
DETAILS /
Location: Blyth
Duration: 38 weeks
Size: 140,000sqft
SERVICES /
Feasibility
Detailed Design
Construction
Commissioning
"We worked with DDK on our latest expansion project in the UK. Though the project was complex and time bound, we found the DDK team to be dedicated and flexible, adapting well to the changing needs of the business and ultimately delivering a high standard of work."
Chief Operating Officer
UK Pet Food Manufacturer
Ready to Relocate Your Factory?
When it comes to factory relocation in the food manufacturing sector, trust DDK to deliver a seamless, efficient and compliant move that supports your business growth.
Contact us today to discuss your factory relocation needs and how we can help make your move hassle-free.
FAQs
Have questions about food manufacturing facility relocation? We’ve gathered answers to the most common ones to help guide you through the process.
What does DDK mean by “relocation” in a food manufacturing environment?
Relocation refers to moving part or all of your production, storage or support operations to a new or expanded facility. This can include equipment removal and installation, services diversions, new build works, fit out, site reconfiguration and integrating your new workflow into a fully compliant operational space.
Can DDK manage projects without interrupting production?
Absolutely. We carefully plan phasing, shutdowns, night works, temporary services and sequencing to minimise downtime and ensure your factory remains operational throughout the transition.
Can DDK help us plan the relocation before committing to a build?
Yes. Our Discovery ensures front-end planning, feasibility studies, layout development, programming and cost planning to help validate scope, budgets and timescales before the project begins.
Does DDK work in live high-care and low-care production environments?
Yes. Our teams are experienced in delivering projects within fully operational food factories including high care, low care, chilled, ambient and hygiene-critical zones with strict segregation and contamination control.
Can DDK assist with services changes as part of the move?
We manage all MEP requirements including new utilities, diversions, drainage, refrigeration, ventilation, process services and commissioning to ensure your new area is fully connected and fit for purpose.
Does DDK offer support with compliance and regulatory requirements?
Yes. We design and deliver relocation works to meet food industry standards such as BRC, retailer requirements, hygiene zoning, HACCP and all relevant building and safety regulations.
How early should clients engage with DDK for a relocation project?
The earlier the better. Early engagement helps us identify risks, optimise layouts, sequence shutdowns and ensure the relocation aligns with your business continuity strategy.
Does DDK provide aftercare and post-move support?
Yes. Following relocation, we offer commissioning support, snag resolution, documentation and follow-up visits to ensure the new facility is performing as expected.