Nestlé to Acquire Leading Serbian Company Centroproizvod A.d.

The terms of the deal, which is subject to regulatory approval, include the acquisition of Centroproizvod’s iconic C brand, as well as the company’s factory in Surcin, in the Serbian capital Belgrade.

6/20/2011 --- Nestlé announced that it has agreed to acquire the business of Centroproizvod A.d. Company, a leading food and beverage producer in Serbia.

The Centroproizvod business - expected to reach sales of almost CHF 30 million (RSD 2.5 billion) in 2011 - includes culinary products such as dry spices and seasonings, soups and dressings; beverages such as chocolate drinks and tea; and confectionery products.

The terms of the deal, which is subject to regulatory approval, include the acquisition of Centroproizvod’s iconic C brand, as well as the company’s factory in Surcin, in the Serbian capital Belgrade.

Marco Travaglia, Head of Nestlé’s Adriatic Region, explained the importance of the investment.

He said: “This acquisition is a strategic move to strengthen Nestlé’s presence in the region.

“Centroproizvod’s product portfolio is complementary to ours and the local production in Surcin with its distribution capabilities is a great asset for us.”

The Centroproizvod company’s C brand has been associated with quality and tradition in Serbia for more than 60 years.

Its leading product, Zacin C seasoning mix, is present in many households across the country.

An exclusive mix of spices and dry vegetables that can be added to cooked meals, almost every third lunch in Serbia is made with the addition of Zacin C.