Nexture strengthens position in fruit-based preparations with acquisition

Nexture is acquiring Frulact in a strategic transaction that bolsters the company’s development capabilities in fruit-based preparations and value-added solutions. The deal also broadens Nexture’s global reach because of Frulact’s presence in North America and Africa. 

The food ingredients group is held by an independently managed investment company affiliated to Investindustrial. It has agreed to acquire Oferta Genuína (Frulact), which operates 11 production plants and nine R&D centres globally, employs over 850 people, and generates approximately €265 million (US$307 million) in annual revenue. 

Nexture estimates revenues of approximately €1.1 billion (US$1.27 billion) after the Frulact acquisition. 

Frulact produces fruit-based specialty ingredients, liquid flavorings, and plant-based components across applications, including dairy, desserts, ice cream, and beverages.

Synergistic acquisition

The acquisition aligns with Nexture’s plans to grow in value-added ingredients and expand its presence in the fruit preparations segment. Fruit preparations is a strategically important segment for Nexture, which has two plants in Pedrengo, Italy, and Goes, Netherlands. 

“This acquisition represents a natural evolution of our growth strategy and reinforces our commitment to delivering exceptional value to our customers. By combining Frulact’s specialized expertise and innovation capabilities in natural ingredient solutions with our established market presence and operational excellence, we are uniquely positioned to capture emerging opportunities and accelerate our value creation journey,” says Gabriele Del Torchio, Nexture CEO. 

Frulact’s leadership team, led by Dinorah Mandic, will remain in their current roles and join the Nexture Group. 

Nexture says the deal also further strengthens its European presence while expanding into high-growth regions such as North America and Africa.

Nexture’s strategic expansion

The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. Completion is expected in the first quarter of 2026. The financial details of the deal have not been disclosed.

Nexture’s strategic expansion was also illustrated last week when one of its companies, CSM Ingredients, introduced Nuaré, a new carob-based range of cocoa alternatives. This line is designed to unlock untapped creative potential in baking and ice cream formulations while also addressing market volatility concerns and growing sustainability demands. 

The Nuaré range will be officially presented at Fi Europe 2025 in Paris next month.