Schouten Europe has acquired Bobeldijk Food Group, a fellow Dutch provider of meat and seafood alternatives.
The family-operated Schouten Europe aims to enhance its production capabilities and “strengthen” its regional influence through this acquisition.
“The market is evolving rapidly, and clients are seeking partners who can deliver innovation, quality, flexibility, and dependable supply,” CEO Niek-Jan Schouten commented..
“By bringing Bobeldijk on board, we gain additional production capacity as well as expertise, experience, and craftsmanship in plant-based offerings. This will enable us to be more responsive and agile with our customers, while also laying a solid groundwork for future expansion,” he added.
Located in Deventer, Bobeldijk transitioned from traditional butchery to a focus solely on plant-based and vegetarian products in 2020. The company, with an annual revenue of €20 million ($22.6 million), specializes in private labels and caters to both retail and foodservice sectors.
Schouten Europe itself generates approximately €45 million in annual sales, providing private-label goods to retailers, the foodservice industry, and food manufacturers.
This acquisition allows Schouten Europe to establish a “broader base” for supporting its international clientele, according to Mr. Schouten.
“At this point, we are not targeting any specific countries, but the increased capacity and flexibility will be advantageous for our global customer base,” he remarked.
Mr. Schouten did not disclose the number of Bobeldijk employees who will be integrated into Schouten Europe.
