Ferrer Alimentación: Strategic Acquisition Marks New Chapter with IMCD
Deal News | Jun 06, 2025 | Globenewswire
IMCD N.V., a notable player in the distribution and formulation of speciality chemicals and ingredients, has entered into an agreement to purchase 100% of the shares of Ferrer Alimentación, S.A., and Medir Ferrer Y Compaa, S.A. Ferrer Alimentación is renowned in Iberia for its comprehensive distribution of food and beverage ingredients, serving diverse market segments such as bakery, dairy, beverages, and specialised nutrition. With established partnerships with top global suppliers and a recorded annual revenue of approximately EUR 112 million in 2024, Ferrer Alimentación offers a valuable addition to IMCD’s portfolio. José Alcover, Managing Director of IMCD Iberia & Maghreb, shared that this acquisition aligns with both companies' shared vision and values, heralding promising opportunities for stakeholders. Emma Gómez Ballest, General Manager of Ferrer Alimentación, expressed her optimism regarding this new phase, seeing it as a path for enhanced growth while maintaining key principles. The acquisition is slated for completion in June 2025, pending customary closing conditions.
Sectors
- Chemicals
- Food and Beverage
- Distribution
Geography
- Iberia – Iberia is the operational region of Ferrer Alimentación, where the company holds a significant market position in distributing ingredients.
- The Netherlands – The Netherlands is where IMCD is headquartered, and the strategic direction for the acquisition originates from.
Industry
- Chemicals – IMCD is involved in the distribution and formulation of speciality chemicals, marking its position in the chemicals industry.
- Food and Beverage – Ferrer Alimentación operates as a distributor of food and beverage ingredients, aligning its operations within this sector.
- Distribution – Both IMCD and Ferrer Alimentación are heavily involved in distribution activities, focusing on supplying and formulating speciality ingredients.
Financials
- EUR 112 million – Ferrer Alimentación's reported annual revenues for the financial year 2024.
- EUR 4,728 million – IMCD's realized revenues in 2024.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| IMCD N.V. | Acquiring Company | Company | A global leader in the distribution and formulation of speciality chemicals and ingredients. |
| Ferrer Alimentación, S.A. | Target Company | Company | A leading distributor of food and beverage ingredients in the Iberian market. |
| Medir Ferrer Y Compaa, S.A. | Target Company | Company | Associated with Ferrer Alimentación, it plays a role in distributing ingredients. |
| Jos Alcover | Managing Director of IMCD Iberia & Maghreb | Person | He provided statements regarding the strategic benefits of the acquisition. |
| Emma Gmez Ballest | General Manager of Ferrer Alimentación and Medir Ferrer | Person | She commented on the transition and future growth opportunities. |