United Biscuits is a leading European manufacturer of biscuits and snacks. United Biscuits is UK's number one nuts manufacturer and the UK's number two chips (crisps) and snacks manufacturer. Its well known brands include KP, Hula Hoops, McCoy's, Skips, Phileas Fogg, Mini Cheddars, Twiglets, Nik Naks, Wheat Crunchies, Roysters, Frisps and Discos.
United Biscuits employs 7000 people in 11 factories.
United Biscuits is currently owned by Blackstone and PAI, who acquired United Bisuits in 2006 for £1.6bn from a private consortium that acquired the company in 2000, when it was listed on the London stock exchange.