Sector expertise
We specialize in four sectors that are poised for robust and sustainable growth – Health & Wellness, the Food Value Chain, Technology, and Business Services – where our private equity expertise gives us a valuable competitive advantage. Ardian provides our portfolio companies with a strategic partner that offers in-depth market experience and an extensive network within the sector.
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100+
investments and over 320 build-ups since 1997
Food Value Chain
The global market for food ingredients and additives is undergoing significant transformation, driven by population growth and the expansion of both premium products and discounters. This has led to a rising demand for natural, sustainable, functional, healthy, and environmentally-friendly solutions, reshaping the way companies in the sector operate. Ardian brings over two decades of successful investment in the Food Value Chain, supported by a strong ecosystem of partners and senior advisers. Our portfolio includes producers of bakery products, clean-label specialty ingredients, equipment manufacturers, and natural fruit and plant-based additives.
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€2.5bn
invested since inception, 18 transactions
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BuyoutFlorida Food Products
USA
Food and IngredientsFood and IngredientsFounded in 1954 and based in Eustis, Florida, FFP operates a multifunctional production facility and is involved in manufacturing of food protection ingredients, vegetable juice concentrates and derivatives used in a multitude of food applications from savory to beverages, sports nutrition and meats, and are marketed globally. The Company has offered a portfolio of healthy, natural, clean label solutions for over 60 years. For additional information, please visit Florida Food Products’ website.
