An explosion has hit an Archer Daniels Midland cocoa processing site in the Netherlands.

ADM’s facility in the Dutch town of Wormer suffered an explosion within one of its production lines yesterday (19 January) evening. No staff were injured.

Go deeper with GlobalData

Data Insights

The gold standard of business intelligence.

Find out more

“At approximately 7.30 p.m., there was an explosion in one of the production lines of our cocoa processing facility in Wormer, Netherlands, followed by a short intense fire. Employees immediately evacuated the site and called the Wormer Fire Brigade,” ADM’s European marketing and communications director Sara Vermeulen said.

“The Wormer Fire Brigade extinguished the fire and we now have access to the site. There were no injuries, and the warehouse is unaffected.”

ADM refused to be drawn on the impact the explosion could have on production and said it was “assessing the possible impact of the incident on our operations”.

GlobalData Strategic Intelligence

US Tariffs are shifting - will you react or anticipate?

Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis.

By GlobalData

Just Food Excellence Awards - Have you nominated?

Nominations are now open for the prestigious Just Food Excellence Awards - one of the industry's most recognised programmes celebrating innovation, leadership, and impact. This is your chance to showcase your achievements, highlight industry advancements, and gain global recognition. Don't miss the opportunity to be honoured among the best - submit your nomination today!

Nominate Now