Germany-based organic company Bohlsener Mühle has recently been acquired by MDS Holding for an undisclosed sum.
In a joint statement, both companies confirmed that this strategic partnership aims to “strategically combine the expertise” of both businesses.
Bohlsener Mühle stands to gain from a comprehensive “restructuring” of its product line and investments focused on enhancing efficiency. Moreover, the acquisition includes a “clear positioning” in the retail sector.
Founded in 1979, Bohlsener Mühle specializes in muesli, snack breads, cookies, and ready meals, employing a dedicated team of 250 people.
Volker Krause, the founder and long-time managing director of Bohlsener Mühle, stated: “With MDS Holding, we have found a partner who shares our values and with whom we can position Bohlsener Mühle for the future.”
He further emphasized, “This not only secures the future of the location… but also the ecological orientation that we have stood for for decades.”
For MDS Holding, this acquisition aims to “expand its portfolio with a credible, artisanal organic brand.”
While Krause is retiring from day-to-day operations due to age, he will continue to offer his expertise as a consultant.
MDS Holding’s Tillman Schulz and Ralf Koch will step into management roles as the company moves forward.
Koch remarked, “Bohlsener Mühle has established a strong position in the organic market over decades. We want to preserve and further develop this foundation.”
He added, “With our many years of experience in the food sector and a broad network, we want to expand our distribution channels, provide new impetus to the organic market, and strengthen our long-term competitiveness.”
Importantly, Bohlsener Mühle will maintain its operational independence while integrating into MDS Holding’s diversified portfolio, which includes HMF Food Production, Pro Dimi Healthcare, and Merx Bellavie.
