Delhaize
Delhaize is a Belgian supermarket chain that operates a widespread network of retail stores across Belgium. It is a subsidiary of the multinational retail group Ahold Delhaize, which maintains its joint headquarters in the Netherlands and the United States.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Belgium
HQ City
Molenbeek-Saint-Jean
Founded
1867
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
Yes
Ownership Type
public
Stock Exchange
Euronext Amsterdam
Tax Domicile
NL
Ultimate Parent
Ahold Delhaize
Data Hosting
BE
CLOUD Act Exposure
Yes ⚠️
GDPR Status
compliant
Carbon Neutral
false
B Corp Certified
No
Supply Chain
partial
Repair / Recycling
Yes ✓
Ethical Certifications
Fairtrade, MSC, ASC
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1867
Foundation
Delhaize brothers founded the company in Charleroi, Belgium.
2016
Merger
Delhaize Group merged with Ahold to form Ahold Delhaize.
2023
Franchising strategy
Announced the transition of all company-owned stores in Belgium to independent operators.