Jonas Schultheiss has joined zooplus as chief marketing officer to take the brand “to the next level.”

Located in the Czech Republic, the facility will allow Zooplus to meet increasing demand for pet food and supplies throughout Europe.

From January to June 2022, pet food processors, suppliers and other industry stakeholders plowed ahead to meet consumer demands with facility expansions and operational investments.

The contract between the two companies will help Zooplus launch an automated e-commerce facility in the Czech Republic.

Hellman & Friedman and EQT Private Equity have partnered to jointly acquire the leading European pet products provider.

Pet Bidco GmbH, a holding company of EQT Private Equity, has offered to acquire up to 70% of the European pet retailer for €470 per share.