Maketū Pies has been purchased by Montana Group

Media Release
5 December 2024

Forty-two years after one of New Zealand’s most well-known pies first came out of a Western Bay of Plenty oven, Maketū Pies is about to turn the next page in its story after being sold to one of the 
country’s largest privately-owned catering businesses. 

Montana Group, a specialist food and events management business, had its first official day as the new owner of Maketū Pies today <>, adding the national treasure to its 
growing portfolio of operations in the upper North Island.

Maketū Foods Ltd was placed into voluntary solvent liquidation by previous owner, Te Arawa Management Ltd, at the end of November, with liquidators seeking a buyer for the business.  

Less than two weeks later, Montana Group is the new proud owner of Maketū Pies, taking on its existing 20-plus employees, and adding to the Group’s 1000-strong team and 30 kitchens across 
Tāmaki Makaurau and the Waikato.  

Representatives from Montana Group met with the Maketū Pies team on the ground this week to make introductions and start the transition process.  

Montana Group Chief Operating Officer, Lizzi Pearson, says “We have received the warmest possible welcome, and can’t wait to work alongside everyone in the team to build on their successes and 
explore new opportunities. 

“Our immediate focus is on ensuring a seamless handover, looking after the existing team and maintaining the high standards that Maketū Pies is known for.” 

ENDS

Posted by Tomahawk Support on December 05, 2024