Sipral Padana Expands Product Portfolio with Effedue Acquisition
Deal News | Jan 07, 2025 | Finance Community IT - 3 Private Equity

Sipral Padana, supported by Bravo Capital Partners II and other stakeholders, has acquired the entirety of Effedue, a company based in Rimini that specializes in the production and distribution of concentrated juices, powdered semi-finished products for desserts, and breakfast products. This acquisition marks Sipral Padana's expansion into the cruise and HoReCa sectors, aligning with its strategy to diversify and enhance its product portfolio in the food ingredients sector. The company projects surpassing €65 million in consolidated revenue with an EBITDA of over €12 million by 2024. This move follows the acquisitions of Casa della Mandorla and Marcagel. Areté, an Italian M&A advisory firm specializing in the agri-food sector, advised Effedue during the sale, emphasizing a strategic and growth-oriented approach.
Sectors
- Agri-food
- Private Equity
Geography
- Italy – The companies involved, Sipral Padana and Effedue, as well as the advisory firm Areté, are based in Italy.
Industry
- Agri-food – Relevant as Effedue is involved in the production and distribution of food products, particularly for the cruise and hospitality sectors.
- Private Equity – Bravo Capital Partners II is involved in backing the acquisition, highlighting the sector's relevance.
Financials
- 65 million – Projected consolidated revenue of Sipral Padana by 2024 due to the acquisition.
- 12 million – Projected EBITDA of Sipral Padana by 2024 due to the acquisition.
Participants
Name | Role | Type | Description |
---|---|---|---|
Sipral Padana | Acquirer | Company | An Italian company expanding its product portfolio in food ingredients, specifically targeting the cruise sector. |
Effedue | Target Company | Company | An Italian company specializing in juices and powdered products aimed at the cruise and HoReCa markets. |
Bravo Capital Partners II | Private Equity Backer | Company | PE firm supporting Sipral Padana's expansion efforts. |
Areté | Sell-Side Advisor | Company | An M&A advisory firm with expertise in the agri-food sector, assisting Effedue in the sale. |