Key Takeaways:
- The acquisition will strengthen Mane’s position in citrus.
- Citrus is a key area for innovation across flavors and beverages.
- The deal aligns with Mane’s broader focus on innovation-driven growth across F&B ingredients.
French flavor and fragrance manufacturer Mane Group acquired Cvista.
WHO: Cvista is a US-based supplier of citrus oil fractions and natural essences headquartered in Riverview, Florida. Cvista has established itself as a leading supplier with deep technological know-how, operating across the entire citrus value chain, from sourcing raw materials to the precise fractionation of flavor compounds. Its modern, automated industrial operations include distillation, extraction, resin-based processing, and molecular distillation.
Founded by Victor Mane in 1871, Mane is based in Le Bar-sur-Loup in southeastern France. The company remains wholly family-owned. It ranks first in France and in the top five globally with 52 research-and-development centers and 31 production sites worldwide and has more than 8,000 employees in 40 countries. The group is well-known for its natural aromatic ingredients and flavorings, as well as organic flavorings.
WHY: The acquisition will strengthen Mane’s position in citrus by combining the two companies’ capabilities and specialized know-how to accelerate citrus and beverage development and support sustainable growth.
IN THEIR OWN WORDS: “This acquisition is a strategic catalyst for Mane’s growth in citrus, particularly in the beverage sector. Cvista is a recognized leader with a proven ability to transform natural raw materials into high-value ingredients,” said Samantha Mane, President of Mane Group.
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