Arla Foods Ingredients Advances with Acquisition of Volac's Whey Nutrition Business
Source: DairyNews.today
Arla Foods Ingredients has finalized its acquisition of Volac’s Whey Nutrition business following approval from the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority, paving the way for expanded production capacity and market reach.
The deal includes Volac’s whey processing facility in Felinfach, Wales, which specializes in producing whey protein isolate (WPI). The site is set to become a key hub for Arla’s global production network, with plans for additional investment and expansion to meet rising demand in the health and sports nutrition sectors.
Arla Foods Ingredients projects significant growth in WPI sales over the next five years, driven by surging demand for high-protein products in fitness and wellness markets. In addition to WPI, the Felinfach facility will produce whey fat concentrate and lactose, further diversifying its output.
“Having Volac’s experts and its network of trusted supply partners as part of our team gives us several strategic advantages,” said Luis Cubel, Group Vice President and Managing Director of Arla Foods Ingredients. “This acquisition strengthens our global supply chain and expands our market reach at a time of growing demand for whey products.”
Cubel added that the company looks forward to leveraging the expertise of its new colleagues and partners to serve evolving consumer needs, particularly in sports nutrition, a sector valued at $45.24 billion in 2023 and projected to grow by 7.5% in 2024, according to Grand View Research.
Headquartered in Denmark, Arla Foods Ingredients is a subsidiary of Arla Foods, a farmer-owned cooperative with more than 8,400 members across Denmark, Sweden, the UK, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands. The company supplies global brands in early life nutrition, medical nutrition, health foods, and beverages, in addition to sports nutrition.
The Felinfach acquisition aligns with Arla’s strategy to solidify its position in the growing global whey market while reinforcing its commitment to innovation and sustainability in dairy production.
Arla Foods Ingredients projects significant growth in WPI sales over the next five years, driven by surging demand for high-protein products in fitness and wellness markets. In addition to WPI, the Felinfach facility will produce whey fat concentrate and lactose, further diversifying its output.
“Having Volac’s experts and its network of trusted supply partners as part of our team gives us several strategic advantages,” said Luis Cubel, Group Vice President and Managing Director of Arla Foods Ingredients. “This acquisition strengthens our global supply chain and expands our market reach at a time of growing demand for whey products.”
Cubel added that the company looks forward to leveraging the expertise of its new colleagues and partners to serve evolving consumer needs, particularly in sports nutrition, a sector valued at $45.24 billion in 2023 and projected to grow by 7.5% in 2024, according to Grand View Research.
Headquartered in Denmark, Arla Foods Ingredients is a subsidiary of Arla Foods, a farmer-owned cooperative with more than 8,400 members across Denmark, Sweden, the UK, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands. The company supplies global brands in early life nutrition, medical nutrition, health foods, and beverages, in addition to sports nutrition.
The Felinfach acquisition aligns with Arla’s strategy to solidify its position in the growing global whey market while reinforcing its commitment to innovation and sustainability in dairy production.
