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Savencia Fromage & Dairy, a family-owned group in the global cheese and dairy industry, has announced the signing of a purchase agreement to acquire Quatá Alimentos, a well-established cheese and dairy products manufacturer in Brazil.

Savencia has announced the signing of a purchase agreement to acquire Quatá Alimentos, a well-established cheese and dairy products manufacturer in Brazil.

The acquisition aims to enhance Savencia’s local portfolio by integrating Quatá’s renowned brands, including Glória and Quatá, which have become staples in Brazilian households.

Quatá Alimentos, also a family-owned enterprise, has built a strong reputation for quality and tradition in dairy production, sourcing high-quality milk from the key dairy regions of São Paulo, Minas Gerais and Rio de Janeiro.

The company’s rich cheese-making heritage positions it as a significant player in the Brazilian market, complementing Savencia’s existing offerings.

Olivier Delaméa, group CEO of Savencia, commented on the acquisition: “This acquisition reinforces Savencia’s long-standing presence in Brazil, where the Group has been established for decades with its heritage local brands such as Polenghi, Campo Lindo, Polenguinho and Frescatino".

He continued: "This is an important step in our growth journey in Brazil as it will enable Savencia to complement its portfolio and strengthen its position in the Brazilian dairy market.”

The founders of Quatá Alimentos, José Henrique Coutinho and Maurício Franco, added: “Today, we are taking a new step in our history by joining the great Savencia family. This alliance honors Quatá's journey and strengthens our commitment to continue its development.”

The completion of the acquisition is contingent upon approval from CADE, Brazil's antitrust authority, in accordance with local regulations. Until the approval process is finalised, both companies will maintain their independent operations to ensure business continuity and uninterrupted service to clients and consumers.

Savencia Fromage & Dairy is recognised as one of the leading global dairy players, employing over 22,000 people worldwide. It ranks as the second largest cheese group in France and the fifth largest globally, supported by a robust portfolio of strong brands such as Caprice des Dieux, Saint Agur and Elle & Vire.