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04/2026

THE BRIDGE BIO acquired by AMBIENTA

ITALY Food Processing / Beverages / Soft Drinks REV 25M - 50M EUR

Context

Ambienta SGR, through its Small Cap fund, has acquired a majority stake in The Bridge from the founding Negro Marcigaglia family. The founders have committed to reinvesting alongside the private equity firm and will continue to play a key leadership role in the company's development. The strategic rationale for the acquisition is to capitalize on the robust growth of the plant-based food sector, driven by consumer shifts toward sustainable and healthier diets. Ambienta intends to leverage its international network and sustainability expertise to accelerate The Bridge’s expansion, strengthen its organizational structure, and further invest in product innovation. This transaction marks the second investment for Ambienta’s Small Cap strategy, following the recent acquisition of Pieco.

THE BRIDGE BIO, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2025, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the AgriFood sector (11.0x).

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Target

The Bridge (Bio S.r.l.), founded in 1994, is a pioneering specialist in the development and production of 100% organic plant-based beverages, yogurts, and desserts. The organization operates a fully internalized and integrated business model, covering the entire manufacturing process from raw material extraction to UHT treatment and final packaging. This "farm-to-shelf" integration allows for high flexibility and strict quality control, focusing on "short labels" and product innovation. With a strong international vocation, the entity generates approximately 80% of its turnover outside of Italy, distributing through its own brand and as a high-end private label partner. The group is positioned at the intersection of the healthy-aging and environmental sustainability trends, serving the rapidly growing 4.3 billion EUR European plant-based dairy alternative market.

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Revenue range: 25M - 50M EUR

EBITDA range: 0M - 5M EUR

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Press release: view release

Target: the bridge bio

Acquirer: ambienta