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Nexture, a global developer and manufacturer of high-quality food ingredients, has acquired Sipral Padana, an Italian company specialising in value-added semi-finished ingredients.

This latest move aims to expand Nexture’s portfolio and enhance its capabilities in fat-based creams and nut-based ingredients.

Headquartered in Bagnolo Cremasco, Italy, Sipral employs over 130 people and generates annual revenues exceeding €80 million.

The company distributes its products to customers in more than 20 countries, leveraging a diverse range of offerings that include fat-based creams, fillings and artisanal gelato ingredients.

This acquisition is expected to bolster Nexture’s presence in the semi-finished ingredient market, aligning with its strategy to provide comprehensive solutions to its global customer base.

Gabriele Del Torchio, CEO of Nexture, said: “By adding Sipral's expertise in value-added ingredients to our market presence worldwide, we are not only expanding our product portfolio but also strengthening our ability to deliver exceptional value to customers across different channels."

He added: "This strategic acquisition is a clear example of Nexture’s desire to contribute to the expansion and promotion of Italian know-how and high-quality ingredients worldwide.”

Gianpietro Corbari, CEO of Sipral, commented: “We are very excited to join Nexture and its shareholder, Investindustrial. The transaction represents an extraordinary opportunity for Sipral to accelerate its growth trajectory internationally and expand its reach across Europe and beyond.”

This acquisition follows Nexture’s recent purchase of Frulact, marking another significant step in the company’s ambitious buy-and-build strategy supported by Investindustrial’s Value-creation Advisory Team.

Since Investindustrial's involvement, Nexture has transformed from a company with €517 million in sales to a global powerhouse in value-added ingredients, projected to reach approximately €1.2 billion in annual revenues post-acquisition.

With the integration of Sipral, Nexture’s industrial footprint will expand significantly, increasing from eight factories at entry to 29 factories worldwide, including locations in North America, Africa, Asia and across eight European countries.

Additionally, the number of research and development centres is expected to grow from eight to 21, with the workforce projected to double from 1,400 to over 2,800 employees.

Nexture, headquartered in Milan, Italy, operates in over 120 countries and brings together renowned brands such as CSM Ingredients and Italcanditi, focusing on high-quality food ingredients and value-added solutions.

The completion of the acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals, with an expected finalisation in the first half of 2026.

Mediobanca acted as financial adviser to Nexture, and multiple firms, including PedersoliGattai and Paul, Weiss, provided legal counsel for the transaction.