Investindustrial

Investindustrial is a European private equity group, established in 1990, that partners with mid-sized companies to help them grow, innovate, and expand internationally. With over €14 billion raised, the firm combines long-term capital with hands-on industrial expertise and global networks.

In the food sector, Investindustrial works across the value chain — from ingredients and specialty products to private-label manufacturing and retail. Its portfolio includes companies like CSM Ingredients and Hi-Food in bakery and functional ingredients, Italcanditi in confectionery, Grupo Alacant in ice cream, Parker Food Group in inclusions and toppings, and Eataly, a global leader in Italian food retail and dining.

The firm has also taken a big step into food processing equipment, acquiring Kiremko, Idaho Steel, and Reyco Systems to build a global leader in potato-processing technology, serving hundreds of customers in more than 50 countries. Together with businesses like Omnia Technologies and Piovan, Investindustrial supports automation and processing in food, beverage, and dairy industries.