Finnentrop, Germany

Metten Fleischwaren GmbH & Co. KG

Sauerland-based family meat processor producing ham, sausages, and specialties. Known for 'Dicke Sauerländer' canned sausages since 1960, with 400 employees and presence across Germany and Europe.

Metten Fleischwaren GmbH & Co. KG is an independent, family-owned meat processor headquartered in Finnentrop, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Founded in 1902 as a small village butcher shop, the company is now in its fourth generation under managing partner Tobias Metten and CEO Marek Huth. With 400 employees, Metten produces a range of over 100 meat products including ham, sausages, aspic preparations, brewed sausages, raw sausages, and canned meats. The company's flagship product, 'Dicke Sauerländer' Bockwurst in iconic blue-red tins, has been produced since the 1960s according to a family recipe and is Germany's most popular canned sausage. Metten operates production facilities with modern technology and serves both deli counter and self-service retail channels across Germany and throughout numerous European markets. The company maintains certifications including IFS, QS, and ISO 50001, and emphasizes sustainable and responsible business practices across all operations. Metten also engages in community initiatives including forest restoration projects and regional economic development through partnerships with local tourism and business associations.

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