Who owns Galaxy?
Galaxy is owned by Mars (the United States).[1]
This ownership is reported in official statements but has not yet been matched to a regulatory filing.
Key facts
- Current owner
- Mars, Incorporated reported
- Owned since
- Not recorded
- Previous owner
- None recorded
- Owner HQ
- 🇺🇸 United States, McLean, Virginia
- Origin
- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
- Founded
- 1960
- Category
- Food › Confectionery › Chocolate
- Last verified
- · 1 sources
About Galaxy
Galaxy is a milk chocolate brand launched in Britain in 1960 and sold as Dove across the United States and much of the world, after Mars acquired the American Dove ice cream and chocolate business in 1986. It is positioned as smoother and more indulgent than the countline bars beside it.
Ownership timeline of Galaxy
Where Galaxy sits in Mars
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the parent company of Galaxy?
The parent company of Galaxy is Mars, a family-owned company headquartered in the United States.
Is Galaxy owned by Unilever?
No. Galaxy is owned by Mars, not Unilever.
Is Galaxy British or American?
Galaxy originated in the United Kingdom in 1960, but it is owned today by Mars, which is headquartered in the United States. So Galaxy is a British-origin brand under American ownership.
Is Galaxy still owned by Mars?
Yes. As of 6 September 2026, Galaxy is still owned by Mars. The ownership record was last checked against primary sources on that date.
Sources (1) & corrections
Last verified . Every ownership fact above is backed by one of these primary documents. Numbers in brackets in the text refer to this list.
- [1] Mars, Incorporated — our brands — Mars, Incorporated, Official document; retrieved 6 September 2026.
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