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Huge M&A deals: biggest deals in the dairy industry

Karl Popp

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Here are some of the largest mergers and acquisitions in the dairy industry over the last five years, along with details about the companies involved, purchase prices, and indications of integration success and synergies:

1. Danone and WhiteWave

  • Purchase Price: $12.5 billion

  • Companies Involved: Danone (France) acquired WhiteWave (USA)

  • Integration Success: The acquisition was completed successfully, with Danone leveraging WhiteWave's product lines to enhance its portfolio.

  • Synergies: Significant cost synergies were realized, with a focus on expanding plant-based and organic product offerings.

2. Novozymes and Chr. Hansen

  • Purchase Price: $12.3 billion

  • Companies Involved: Novozymes and Chr. Hansen merged to form Novonesis

  • Integration Success: The merger was successfully completed, creating a leading biosolutions company.

  • Synergies: Estimated revenue synergies of €200 million, with a focus on expanding market reach and enhancing product offerings.

3. Mengniu Dairy

  • Companies Involved: Mengniu Dairy has been actively acquiring companies to expand its market presence.

  • Integration Success: Positive strategic integration effects have been reported, improving development capabilities.

  • Synergies: Focus on leveraging acquisitions to enhance product lines and market reach.

4. Müller and Yew Tree Dairy

  • Companies Involved: Müller acquired Yew Tree Dairy

  • Integration Success: The acquisition positioned Müller for growth in the powdered milk market.

  • Synergies: Utilization of Yew Tree's production capabilities to expand export business.

5. Savencia Fromage & Dairy

  • Companies Involved: Savencia has been expanding through acquisitions and partnerships.

  • Integration Success: Successful integration of new producers and expansion of product lines.

  • Synergies: Focus on enhancing product offerings and market presence.

These mergers and acquisitions reflect the dynamic nature of the dairy industry, with companies seeking to expand their market presence, enhance product offerings, and achieve operational efficiencies through strategic partnerships and acquisitions.

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