The Heritage of
Marie Thumas

Marie Thumas is Belgian history! It all started with canned vegetables, today we take it to the next level: freshly harvested vegetables.
100% convenience, 100% taste!

An Iconic Brand

This first Belgian canning factory was established in 1886 by the Tournai engineer Edmond Thumas. The factory was located along the Leuven Canal in Wilsele. He named his company “Marie Thumas” after his wifes’ name, Marie Durieux. Starting with a modest team of just twenty, the workforce expanded to 600 women and 300 men by the forties. Beyond vegetable processing, the facility also produced a variety of fruit products and canned soups.

Quality Takes Priority

In the early years manual labor prevailed, but around the 1930s, Marie Thumas embraced automation. While vegetable processing remained partially manual, multifunctional machines also entered the scene. Quality always remained our highest priority, ensuring that only top-quality cans left the factory.

Marie Thumas is for Everyone

Even during those early times, Marie Thumas demonstrated a
progressive mindset. Alongside investments in machinery and automation, consideration was given to the well-being of the employees. A social house with amenities such as showers, changing rooms, and a cafeteria showcased a forward-thinking approach.

Marie Thumas Today

Today, Marie Thumas returns with a fresh culinary perspective on
vegetables. Embrace the legacy of superior produce as we continue to yield vegetables of unparalleled quality, cherished across generations.

Indulge in the delicious and healthy vegetables from Marie Thumas—no mud under your nails, no battle with the vegetable peeler, and no worries. Simply enjoy cooking and bask in the compliments!

Fresher than Fresh

Marie Thumas’ vegetables are as fresh as if they came straight from the garden. Harvested from the field, they make their way to the freezer in less than 4 hours.

Each one is meticulously washed, cleaned, cut, and neatly packaged.”