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Nexira’s Growth Fueled by the Acquisition of UNIPEKTIN Ingredients AG
The independent family-owned company Nexira, world leader in acacia fiber and natural plant-based ingredients for the food, nutrition and health industries, announced on November 2nd its acquisition of the Swiss company UNIPEKTIN Ingredients AG, a specialist and leader in natural hydrocolloids and premium ingredients.
"This acquisition consolidates our position as a key player in natural plant-based ingredients – a dynamic market that caters to consumers seeking new sensory experiences and plant-based, natural, sustainably produced alternatives," explains Olivier Houalla, Nexira Managing Director.
This acquisition is fully consistent with Nexira's external growth and diversification strategy, strengthening its position in its core business – the production of natural plant-based ingredients for a variety of food product categories. With the addition of this new range of functional ingredients to its portfolio, Nexira consolidates its leadership in the fast-growing market segments of plant-based alternatives, dairy alternatives, and meat substitutes.
About Nexira
Founded in 1895, Nexira is a global leader in natural ingredients and botanical extracts for the food, nutrition and dietary supplements industries.
With turnover of more than €130 million, 90% of that from international sales, Nexira employs hundreds of people at its seven manufacturing plants worldwide and at its eight subsidiaries operating on five continents.
The French company built its reputation as the world leader in acacia (with a market share of more than 40%) and now manufactures a wide range of natural plant-based products with recognized health benefits.
Their portfolio of products includes highly functional and nutritional ingredients and a large number of active botanicals for health and nutrition applications such as weight management, stress management, sports nutrition, digestive health and cardiovascular health.
Nexira consistently leverages its technical and nutritional expertise on a daily basis, resulting in the development of innovative applications and new products for the food and beverage industry.
About UNIPEKTIN Ingredients AG
Founded in 1936, UNIPEKTIN Ingredients AG is a Swiss-based producer of premium, 100% natural ingredients for the food industry.
UNIPEKTIN Ingredients AG is an expert in food texturizing agents and is currently a well-recognized leader in locust bean gum, with unparalleled expertise in dairy applications and fruit processing. The company also produces tara gum, hydrolyzed guar gum, and beet fiber. UNIPEKTIN Ingredients AG assists its customers in developing new recipes, offering valuable know-how, and technical and application support.
