<![CDATA[Newsroom Ahold Delhaize]]> https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ en-us Tue, 08 Sep 2026 02:39:16 +0200 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:10:44 +0100 <![CDATA[Newsroom Ahold Delhaize]]> https://content.presspage.com/clients/150_2928.png https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ 144 Ahold Delhaize successfully prices a dual-tranche transaction, including its third Green Bond https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-successfully-prices-a-dual-tranche-transaction-including-its-third-green-bond/ https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-successfully-prices-a-dual-tranche-transaction-including-its-third-green-bond/738079This press release is not for release, distribution or publication, whether directly or indirectly and whether in whole or in part, into or in the United States, Australia, Canada or Japan or any (other) jurisdiction where any of such activities would constitute a violation of the relevant laws of such jurisdiction.

The offer of bonds referred to in this press release was limited in the EEA and the United Kingdom to qualified investors only. The bonds have not been and will not be registered under the US Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “US Securities Act”) and will also not be registered with any authority competent with respect to securities in any state or other jurisdiction of the United States of America. The bonds may not be offered or sold in the United States of America without either registration of the securities or an exemption from registration under the US Securities Act being applicable.

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Forward-looking statements, including statements about the offering and the intended use of proceeds from the offering, are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that are difficult to predict and that may cause actual results of Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V. (the “Company”) to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Therefore, you should not place undue reliance on any of these forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause or contribute to such a material difference include, but are not limited to, the factors affecting the Company's business set forth in the Company’s public filings and other disclosures. Forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the Company’s management and assumptions based on information currently available to the Company’s management. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and the Company does not assume any obligation to update such statements, except as required by law.

]]>Zaandam, the Netherlands, March 5, 2026 – Ahold Delhaize today announces that it has successfully priced a €800 million dual-tranche EUR transaction. The two maturities include a €300 million 2-year Floating Rate Note (FRN) tranche and a €500 million 8-year Green tranche.

Today’s transaction includes the third Green Bond priced by Ahold Delhaize following issuances in 2023 and 2024 and extends Ahold Delhaize’s longstanding track record in sustainable finance, of which details can be found here. These sustainability financings reinforce the continued alignment of the company’s funding to its Growing Together strategy and Healthy Communities & Planet strategic priority.

Green tranche
The Green bond proceeds will be applied to finance or refinance, in whole or in part, new or existing Eligible Green Projects, in accordance with the recently updated Green Finance Framework dated March 2026.

Proceeds will fund Eligible Green Projects in Green Buildings, Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy, Clean Transportation, and Pollution Prevention & Control, advancing Ahold Delhaize’s healthy communities and planet strategic priority and accelerating value chain decarbonization (including by shifting to non-fossil derived fuels, lowering energy consumption, increasing renewable energy and driving more efficient transport in own brands’ operations).

The Green Finance Framework and the related Second Party Opinion, obtained from Sustainable Fitch, are available here.

Pricing of dual-tranche issuance
The 2-year FRN tranche is priced at 3-month Euribor + 35 bps, and the 8-year tranche is priced at MS+ 90 bps and carries an annual coupon of 3.625 per cent. The notes will settle on March 12, 2026 and shall be listed on Euronext Dublin. BNP PARIBAS, BofA Securities (Sustainability Structuring Coordinator), ING, J.P. Morgan, and Rabobank acted as Joint Bookrunners.
 

]]> Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:10:44 +0100 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/6a761954-aad9-4ed7-bba7-c714afeed792/500_aholdhq.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/6a761954-aad9-4ed7-bba7-c714afeed792/aholdhq.jpg?10000 Ahold Delhaize invested over €250 million in local food security, serving neighbors across its markets in Europe, Indonesia and the United States https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-invested-over-250-million-in-local-food-security-serving-neighbors-across-its-markets-in-europe-indonesia-and-the-united-states/ https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-invested-over-250-million-in-local-food-security-serving-neighbors-across-its-markets-in-europe-indonesia-and-the-united-states/736751This press release includes forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical facts may be forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements can be identified by certain words, such as “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “goal,” “seek,” “believe,” “project,” “estimate,” “expect,” “strategy,” “future,” “likely,” “may,” “should,” “will” and similar references to future periods.

Forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that are difficult to predict and that may cause actual results of Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V. (the “Company”) to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Therefore, you should not place undue reliance on any of these forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause or contribute to such a material difference include, but are not limited to, the factors affecting the Company's business set forth in the Company’s public filings and other disclosures. Forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the Company’s management and assumptions based on information currently available to the Company’s management. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and the Company does not assume any obligation to update such statements, except as required by law.

]]>Zaandam, the Netherlands, February 19, 2026  – Whatever happens in society, also happens at every local supermarket. With over 9,400 stores in neighborhoods across Europe, Indonesia and the United States, Ahold Delhaize and its local brands are at the heart of their communities, part of their customers’ daily lives. As 2025 was marked by persistent inflation, with frequent and unpredictable government policy changes, and as food insecurity has continued to rise in recent years1, it is even more important to show up for neighbors in need.

In 2025, Ahold Delhaize and all its 17 local brands donated a total of over €250 million through in-kind and financial giving, benefiting organizations around the globe that are committed to food security and associated community causes. Together with its local brands, Ahold Delhaize directed its charitable focus on food security through large-scale donations, community partnerships, and global partnerships.

Role we've set for ourselves
Frans Muller, CEO of Ahold Delhaize: “I’m proud of the solid business results we have shown in 2025, which enables us to fulfill the role we’ve set for ourselves: supporting our local communities. We work closely with food banks and local partners, leveraging our scale and experience in the food supply chain. At the end of the day, we’re a people business, open for everyone. Our goal is to offer healthy, affordable products and support our communities in ways that truly make a difference.”

Tangible impact
Key initiatives from Ahold Delhaize and its local brands include: 

  • Direct relief amid rising demand for food donations (U.S.): Ahold Delhaize’s local U.S. brands have stepped up in their community support, a few examples: The GIANT Company donated 20,000 holiday turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving, and Food Lion provided $1.6 million in emergency donations to 32 regional food banks. Hannaford recently invested over $1 million to provide direct support to food banks and strengthen programs that expand access to fresh, locally grown food. This is during a time when food banks are reporting a significant increase in the number of individuals and families in need of support.
  • Investing in infrastructure (Europe): An efficient food supply chain is essential. In the Netherlands, Albert Heijn leveraged its national sourcing and distribution infrastructure to donate products worth €4.4 million to the Dutch Food Bank (‘Voedselbanken Nederland’), strengthening access to nutritious products within the Dutch food bank system. In the Czech Republic, local brand Albert donated its 13th and 14th refrigerated vans to food banks and continued its support, contributing to a record total of 4,345 tons of donated food.
  • Focus on the next generation (Belgium): Because healthier eating starts at the youngest generation, access to healthy food for children remains a priority. In addition to food donations, our local brands have invested in education, such as Delhaize’s "GoodCook" program, which reached more than 70,000 children last year with workshops on healthy and sustainable nutrition.
  • Emergency relief during crises (Indonesia): Super Indo demonstrated its agility by providing direct food aid and essential goods to thousands of residents affected by floods and landslides in Sumatra and Aceh in December of 2025. 


2026: strengthening the partnership with The Global FoodBanking Network
To address food insecurity structurally, Ahold Delhaize has extended its partnership with The Global FoodBanking Network (GFN). Building on years of local collaboration between its brands and community food banks, the partnership strengthens impact at Group level and enables shared learning. Together, they work to reduce food waste and expand access to surplus food. In 2026, joint projects with local brands will support communities in markets including the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Indonesia, and the United States, reflecting local priorities and delivering meaningful benefits.
 

1Global food insecurity has risen for six consecutive years, with over 295 million people across 53 countries facing acute food insecurity in 2024. Source: 2025 Global Report on Food Crises (GRFC).
 

]]> Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0100 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/094ba893-1943-4497-9588-06e3a892f2e0/500_pp_tn_euro250nbspmillioninlocalfoodsecurity.png?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/094ba893-1943-4497-9588-06e3a892f2e0/pp_tn_euro250nbspmillioninlocalfoodsecurity.png?10000 Ahold Delhaize signs new Power Purchase Agreement, strengthening renewable electricity sourcing across its European brands https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-signs-new-power-purchase-agreement-strengthening-renewable-electricity-sourcing-across-its-european-brands/ https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-signs-new-power-purchase-agreement-strengthening-renewable-electricity-sourcing-across-its-european-brands/731886This press release includes forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical facts may be forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements can be identified by certain words, such as “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “goal,” “seek,” “believe,” “project,” “estimate,” “expect,” “strategy,” “future,” “likely,” “may,” “should,” “will” and similar references to future periods.
Forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that are difficult to predict and that may cause actual results of Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V. (the “Company”) to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Therefore, you should not place undue reliance on any of these forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause or contribute to such a material difference include, but are not limited to, the factors affecting the Company's business set forth in the Company’s public filings and other disclosures. Forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the Company’s management and assumptions based on information currently available to the Company’s management. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and the Company does not assume any obligation to update such statements, except as required by law.

]]>Zaandam, the Netherlands, December 18, 2025 – Ahold Delhaize has signed another Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (VPPA) in Europe, marking a next step in the company’s efforts to reduce emissions associated with electricity consumption to zero by 2035. The VPPA supports the development of two onshore wind farms in Finland.

The two new-to-be-built onshore wind farms will be situated in Salo-Ylikoski and Korkeamaa in Western Finland. Together, the wind farms will span more than 2,400 hectares and include 24 wind turbines. Both projects are being developed by OX2 AB, a Sweden-based renewable energy company. The VPPA is expected to become operational in 2028.

Contributing to Ahold Delhaize’s renewable electricity ambitions
The wind farms are projected to generate around 472 GWh of renewable energy annually, equivalent to the annual electricity usage of approximately 94,000 Finnish households. Ahold Delhaize will contract approximately 70% of the wind farms’ output and will receive Guarantees of Origin for a period of ten years. It brings Ahold Delhaize’s future renewable electricity coverage in Europe from 56% to 76%, based on projected consumption across its European brands.

Frank Sluis, CFO Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia said: “This VPPA marks another important milestone in our ambition to fully match the electricity consumption in our European operations with renewable energy by 2035. Through strategic partnerships and long-term agreements like this, we are proud to support the continued growth of renewable energy infrastructure across Europe.”

Building momentum across Europe
This marks Ahold Delhaize’s fourth Power Purchase Agreement in Europe, following a direct Power Purchase Agreement in the Netherlands in 2023, a VPPA in Spain in 2024 and a VPPA in Romania earlier this year, reflecting the Company’s continued endeavors to scaling renewable electricity solutions across the region. These agreements form part of Ahold Delhaize’s wider efforts to achieve net-zero carbon emissions across its own operations (scope 1 and 2) by 2040. 

]]> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:47:27 +0100 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/d0857878-89a8-43e3-83c0-113dbabfb592/500_ox2_niinimaumlentuulipuisto_pieksaumlmaumlki_creditpetteriloumlppoumlnen.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/d0857878-89a8-43e3-83c0-113dbabfb592/ox2_niinimaumlentuulipuisto_pieksaumlmaumlki_creditpetteriloumlppoumlnen.jpg?10000 Ahold Delhaize expands its renewable energy efforts across Europe https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-expands-its-renewable-energy-efforts-across-europe/ https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-expands-its-renewable-energy-efforts-across-europe/718054Securing its third European Power Purchase Agreement, supporting renewable energy development in RomaniaThis press release includes forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical facts may be forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements can be identified by certain words, such as “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “goal,” “seek,” “believe,” “project,” “estimate,” “expect,” “strategy,” “future,” “likely,” “may,” “should,” “will” and similar references to future periods. 

Forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that are difficult to predict and that may cause actual results of Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V. (the “Company”) to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Therefore, you should not place undue reliance on any of these forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause or contribute to such a material difference include, but are not limited to, the factors affecting the Company\'s business set forth in the Company’s public filings and other disclosures. Forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the Company’s management and assumptions based on information currently available to the Company’s management. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and the Company does not assume any obligation to update such statements, except as required by law.  

]]>Zaandam, the Netherlands, August 11, 2025  – Ahold Delhaize secured another Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (VPPA) in Europe, representing an additional step towards its ambition to reduce emissions associated with electricity consumption to zero by 2035. 

The new VPPA relates to a new-to-be-built onshore wind farm in Galaţi County, in eastern Romania and is owned by HELLENiQ Renewables, a wholly owned subsidiary of HELLENiQ ENERGY Holdings (“HELLENiQ ENERGY”). The project was developed and will be constructed by OX2 and is expected to become operational by 2027.

Long-term renewable energy agreement in Romania 
The wind farm is projected to generate around 309 GWh of electricity annually, equivalent to the annual electricity usage of approximately 89,000 Romanian households. Ahold Delhaize will contract approximately 50% of the wind farm’s output and will receive Guarantees of Origin (renewable energy certificates) for a period of twelve years.  

The VPPA will deliver around 158,000 megawatt hours of renewable energy per year, which equates to approximately 10% of Ahold Delhaize’s estimated electricity consumption for its European operations in 2030, including planned growth.  

Due to the current structure of the Romanian Guarantees of Origin market, which is currently not integrated into the European AIB (Association of Issuing Bodies) system, local sourcing was a necessary and important consideration. This VPPA enables Ahold Delhaize to support increasing Romania’s renewable electricity supply, while progressing towards its broader climate ambitions.

Responsible energy solutions 
“We’re pleased to support the development of new renewable energy capacity in Romania through this long-term agreement,” said Frank Sluis, CFO at Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia. “It also brings us another step closer to our net-zero carbon emissions goals in Europe, and we’re grateful to be working with partners who share our responsible energy solutions ambitions.” 

Vasillis Tsaitas, CFO at HELLENiQ ENERGY added: “This partnership underscores our commitment to sustainability and responsible energy practices, while marking another step in HELLENiQ ENERGY’s strategic expansion into the Romanian renewable energy sector. We are pleased to collaborate with a prominent international retailer such as Ahold Delhaize and facilitate its efforts in advancing sustainable energy initiatives.”  

Building on earlier progress
This marks Ahold Delhaize’s third Power Purchase Agreement, following a direct Power Purchase Agreement in the Netherlands in 2023 and a VPPA in Spain in 2024. These agreements form part of the Company’s wider efforts to achieve net-zero carbon emissions across its own operations (scope 1 and 2) by 2040 and strengthen its energy resilience. Through strategic partnerships and long-term investments, Ahold Delhaize continues to contribute to the development of renewable energy infrastructure across Europe.   


Photo credit: OX2

]]> Mon, 11 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/edf4636c-4012-4afd-a46d-ef27a6a48dc7/500_jl-lehtirova-180905-4986.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/edf4636c-4012-4afd-a46d-ef27a6a48dc7/jl-lehtirova-180905-4986.jpg?10000 Ahold Delhaize publishes its second Green Bond Report https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-publishes-its-second-green-bond-report/ https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-publishes-its-second-green-bond-report/698170This press release includes forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical facts may be forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements can be identified by certain words, such as “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “goal,” “seek,” “believe,” “project,” “estimate,” “expect,” “strategy,” “future,” “likely,” “may,” “should,” “will” and similar references to future periods.
Forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that are difficult to predict and that may cause actual results of Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V. (the “Company”) to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Therefore, you should not place undue reliance on any of these forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause or contribute to such a material difference include, but are not limited to, the factors affecting the Company's business set forth in the Company’s public filings and other disclosures. Forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the Company’s management and assumptions based on information currently available to the Company’s management. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and the Company does not assume any obligation to update such statements, except as required by law.

]]>Zaandam, the Netherlands, April 24, 2025 – Ahold Delhaize today publishes its second annual Green Bond Allocation and Impact Report which provides details on the use of proceeds and related environmental impact of the Green Bond issued in March 2024.

The implementation of Ahold Delhaize’s transition plan to reduce emissions requires significant investments in clean, low-emissions and zero-emissions technologies. Part of the proceeds of our green finance instruments are used to invest in the actions mentioned in this transition plan.

2024 allocation and impact
Ahold Delhaize raised €500 million in March 2024 by issuing its second Green Bond under its Green Finance Framework. The largest portion of the Green Bond proceeds were allocated to the Green Buildings and Energy Efficiency categories. Throughout 2024, the bond proceeds have allowed to add 30 new buildings in Europe with EPC Label A or higher. Dutch local brand Albert Heijn also converted 20 stores to gas-free stores, increasing its share of gas-free supermarkets to 97%.

We are implementing energy efficiency measures across all our local brands. Examples include the installation of heat pump systems and other heat recovery technologies, installation and replacement of air-conditioning systems, LED lighting and energy efficient doors on refrigerated cases in stores and distribution centers. Additionally, further progress was made in the replacement of refrigerants with lower Global Warming Potential alternatives and in minimizing refrigeration leakages.

Green project portfolio
On December 29th, 2024, Ahold Delhaize had a total eligible Green project portfolio of €864 million, to which proceeds of two Green Bonds issued in 2023 and 2024 were allocated. 100% of the portfolio was allocated to two Green Bonds issued in 2023 and 2024. The net proceeds of the €500 million bond issued in April 2023 were fully allocated with the eligible expenditures of 2022 and 2023. Out of the net proceeds of the €500 million bond issued in March 2024, €80 million, or 16%, were allocated to refinance existing projects with expenditures in 2023, and €284 million, or 57% of the portfolio, were allocated to finance new projects with expenditures in 2024.

Sustainalytics, an independent provider of ESG research and ratings, delivered a second-party opinion on the Framework. The bonds issued in 2023 carry a coupon of 3.50% and mature on April 4th, 2028. The bonds issued in 2024 carry a coupon of 3.375% and mature on March 11th, 2031. The subsequent Green Bond Allocation and Impact Report, and the second-party opinion, are available for viewing on Ahold Delhaize's website. KPMG Accountants N.V. provided Limited Assurance on the Allocation Report.

]]> Thu, 24 Apr 2025 14:00:00 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/8f4e0db4-054a-4057-8e1e-b4f0de146acc/500_ad-greenbond-banner1080x720-v02.png?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/8f4e0db4-054a-4057-8e1e-b4f0de146acc/ad-greenbond-banner1080x720-v02.png?10000 Ahold Delhaize successfully prices its third Sustainability-Linked Bond https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-successfully-prices-its-third-sustainability-linked-bond/ https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-successfully-prices-its-third-sustainability-linked-bond/689599This press release is not for release, distribution or publication, whether directly or indirectly and whether in whole or in part, into or in the United States, Australia, Canada or Japan or any (other) jurisdiction where any of such activities would constitute a violation of the relevant laws of such jurisdiction.

The offer of bonds referred to in this press release was limited in the EEA and the United Kingdom to qualified investors only. The bonds have not been and will not be registered under the US Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “US Securities Act”) and will also not be registered with any authority competent with respect to securities in any state or other jurisdiction of the United States of America. The bonds may not be offered or sold in the United States of America without either registration of the securities or an exemption from registration under the US Securities Act being applicable.

This press release includes forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical facts may be forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements can be identified by certain words, such as “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “goal,” “seek,” “believe,” “project,” “estimate,” “expect,” “strategy,” “future,” “likely,” “may,” “should,” “will” and similar references to future periods.

Forward-looking statements, including statements about the offering and the intended use of proceeds from the offering, are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that are difficult to predict and that may cause actual results of Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V. (the “Company”) to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Therefore, you should not place undue reliance on any of these forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause or contribute to such a material difference include, but are not limited to, the factors affecting the Company's business set forth in the Company’s public filings and other disclosures. Forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the Company’s management and assumptions based on information currently available to the Company’s management. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and the Company does not assume any obligation to update such statements, except as required by law.

]]>Zaandam, the Netherlands, March 3, 2025 – Ahold Delhaize today announces that it has successfully priced a €500 million 8-year Sustainability-Linked Bond, maturing on March 10, 2033. This is the third Sustainability-Linked Bond priced by Ahold Delhaize following issuances in 2021 and 2024 and complements other sustainable debt instruments issued in recent years, details of which can be found here.

All these ESG-labelled financings together reinforce the continued alignment of the company’s funding strategy to its healthy communities and planet strategic priority and overall ESG ambitions.

Jolanda Poots-Bijl, Chief Financial Officer said: “This is Ahold Delhaize’s sixth bond incorporating ESG elements in the structure, since our first back in 2019. We are proud of the track record we have established in this space, and we consider this issuance as a reflection of our long-standing commitment to sustainability.”

Sustainability-Linked Bond features
The bond was issued in accordance with Ahold Delhaize’s Sustainability-Linked Bond Framework (“the Framework”), updated in March, 2024 and structured in accordance with the 2023 ICMA Sustainability-Linked Bond Principles. The bond is linked to Ahold Delhaize achieving targets in 2030 on the following KPIs:

  • Reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions
  • Reduce absolute scope 3 FLAG and E&I (non-FLAG) GHG emissions
  • Reduce food waste


Ahold Delhaize’s scope 1 and 2 2030 targets are validated by SBTi. The scope 3 FLAG and E&I (non-FLAG) targets are submitted to, but pending validation by SBTi. The KPIs and their relative targets highlight Ahold Delhaize’s commitment to address climate change by reducing GHG emissions from its own operations and its value chain. More information on Ahold Delhaize’s Healthy Communities and Planet strategic priority can be found here. 

The Framework has been reviewed by the external reviewer Sustainalytics, which has provided a positive Second Party Opinion of full alignment with the ICMA Sustainability Linked Bond Principles 2023. Both the Framework and Second Party Opinion are available here.


Pricing of issuance
The bond was priced at 99.723 per cent and carries an annual coupon of 3.250 per cent. The bond will settle on March 10, 2025 and shall be listed on the Global Exchange Market of Euronext Dublin. BofA Securities, Deutsche Bank, ING, J.P. Morgan, and Société Générale acted as Joint Bookrunners. 

]]> Mon, 03 Mar 2025 17:57:45 +0100 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/e842b3c5-d0f8-430e-a31f-23e91014668f/500_2017-01-04-ahheadoffice-dsc7637.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2928/e842b3c5-d0f8-430e-a31f-23e91014668f/2017-01-04-ahheadoffice-dsc7637.jpg?10000 Ahold Delhaize fully allocates its proceeds from the 2023 Green Bond, enabling further reduction of its climate impact https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-fully-allocates-its-proceeds-from-the-2023-green-bond-enabling-further-reduction-of-its-climate-impact/ https://newsroom.aholddelhaize.com/ahold-delhaize-fully-allocates-its-proceeds-from-the-2023-green-bond-enabling-further-reduction-of-its-climate-impact/673422This communication includes forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical facts may be forward-looking statements. Words such as further, commitment, accelerate, maturing, 2028, support, transition, future, optimistic, potential or other similar words or expressions are typically used to identify forward-looking statements.

Forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that are difficult to predict and that may cause actual results of Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V. (the “Company”) to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to the risk factors set forth in the Company’s public filings and other disclosures. Forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the Company’s management and assumptions based on information currently available to the Company’s management. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and the Company does not assume any obligation to update such statements, except as required by law.

]]>Zaandam, the Netherlands, April 26, 2024 – Ahold Delhaize today announces that it has allocated the full proceeds of the company's first Green Bond to investments in Green Projects that further reduce the company's Greenhouse Gas emissions and climate impact.

Ahold Delhaize raised €500 million in April last year by issuing a Green Bond under its updated Green Finance Framework. We allocated the largest portion of the proceeds to the Green Buildings and Energy Efficiency categories. Throughout 2022 and 2023, our bond proceeds have allowed to add 6 distribution centers and 51 stores to our building portfolio with EPC Label A. For example, Albert Heijn’s newest, state-of-the-art Home Shop Center has a fully gas-free infrastructure, more than 5,400 solar panels and energy efficient solutions.

We are implementing energy efficiency measures across all our local brands. Examples of earmarked projects include the installation of heat pump systems, LED lighting and energy efficient doors on refrigerated cases in our stores and distribution centers, and the replacement of refrigerants with lower Global Warming Potential alternatives.

“Building on the success of our first Sustainability Bond issuance in 2019 and our 2021 Sustainability-Linked Bond issuance, our inaugural Green Bond reinforced our commitment to sustainable finance. It aligns with Ahold Delhaize’s Healthy & Sustainable strategy and funds our climate transition,” said Miguel Silva Gonzalez, Senior Vice President & Treasurer at Ahold Delhaize. 

On December 31st, 2023, Ahold Delhaize had a total eligible Green project portfolio of €580 million. We allocated 86% of the portfolio to the €500 million Green Bond proceeds. Out of the portfolio, €198 million, or 34%, refinanced existing projects with expenditures incurred in 2022. Additionally, €383 million, or 66% of the portfolio, were used to finance new projects with expenditures incurred in 2023.

Sustainalytics, an independent provider of ESG research and ratings, delivered a second-party opinion on the Framework. The bonds carry a coupon of 3.50% and mature on April 4th, 2028. The subsequent Green Bond Allocation and Impact Report, and the second-party opinion, are available for viewing on Ahold Delhaize's website. KPMG Accountants N.V. provided Limited Assurance on the Allocation Report.

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]]>Zaandam, the Netherlands, August 8, 2023 – Ahold Delhaize is proud to share that its MSCI ESG rating has been upgraded to AAA, coming from an AA rating. MSCI is a prominent benchmark in the sustainable financing world. As triple-A is the highest scoring range, for Ahold Delhaize, this indicates that it is a leader in its industry in managing the most significant ESG challenges and opportunities.  
 

Ahold Delhaize CEO Frans Muller comments, “As MSCI's ESG rating is a primary research tool and a widely used benchmark by investors, Ahold Delhaize's ranking upgrade will help investors to understand the importance we place on the transformation to a healthy and sustainable food system and being a business that is fit for the future.” 
 

An MSCI ESG rating measures a company’s resilience to long-term Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) risks. Companies are rated on an industry-relative AAA (leader) to CCC (laggard) scale according to their exposure and how well they manage those risks relative to peers. With this triple-A rating, Ahold Delhaize is in the top 7 percentile within the food retail industry. Learn more about MSCI ESG ratings here. 
 

Industry materiality map 

MSCI uses an industry materiality map, which includes a wide range of key ESG issues – in Ahold Delhaize's case, the food retail industry. Examples include Ahold Delhaize’s and its local brands’ goals and efforts in reducing carbon emissions in line with a trajectory of limiting global warming to 1.5°C, implementing opportunities in nutrition and health, ensuring Ahold Delhaize has great diverse talent and managing privacy and data security. All actions – small and large – have played a role in Ahold Delhaize's score.  
 

What’s next 

Ahold Delhaize Chief Sustainability Officer Jan Ernst de Groot comments, “Although we are proud of our rating, we know that there's more to achieve. Topics such as health, sustainability, human rights and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) are a central part of our company strategy, therefore it is important that we embed sustainability even more widely across our business.    

To reach our ambitions set in our Leading Together strategy, we have committed to short- and long-term targets. These include further increasing healthy sales of our own-brand food products, eliminating food and plastic waste, aiming for 100% diverse and inclusive workplaces and reaching the science-based absolute reduction targets we have set for carbon emissions across all scopes.”  

For more information on Ahold Delhaize's approaches to Health & Sustainability and ESG topics, visit our Annual Report. 
 

Ahold Delhaize's approach to its ESG agenda 

Ahold Delhaize's ESG ambitions and strategy are shaped by the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), market knowledge from its great local brands and several ESG benchmarks, including MSCI, Sustainalytics, CDP and ISS-ESG. Ahold Delhaize also considers trends in our markets and around the world, feedback from stakeholders, and how we align with global frameworks such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) and the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD). 

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