KERSIA acquired by IK PARTNERS

Kersia is acquiring the animal biosecurity cleaners and disinfectants business from Neogen® through an exclusive agreement. This strategic transaction marks a major entry for the French group into the North American swine and poultry markets, complementing its existing domestic presence in the ruminant sector. The acquisition is a transformative step for the group, doubling its American activity and positioning it among the top three global players in the agricultural hygiene and disinfection market. The strategy focuses on leveraging the target's extensive product registration portfolio and its three dedicated U.S. manufacturing sites to provide nationwide coverage. This deal also expands the acquirer's international footprint into 20 new countries, particularly in Central America and the Asia-Pacific region, supporting its ambition to become the undisputed global leader in animal biosecurity.

Kersia acquired 100% of Sopura from its shareholders as part of a strategic build-up program. This transaction was integrated into a larger financing package arranged during the acquirer's own ownership transition to a new private equity sponsor. The acquisition represents a major strategic shift, allowing the group to significantly increase its exposure to the beverage industry—moving from less than 2% to over 15% of its pro forma revenue. Strategically, the deal combines the target's specialized brewing hygiene expertise and rinse-free product lines with the acquirer's global food safety platform. Geographically, the operation provides the acquirer with immediate access to established manufacturing sites in Australia, South Africa, and Vietnam, while offering the target's products a pathway into North and South American markets through the group's existing network.