Exponent-backed Natara Global will acquire Treatt in its goal of building a globally competitive F&F ingredients platform.WHO: Suffolk, England–based extracts and ingredients manufacturer Treatt has been in operation since 1886, supplying ingredients widely used across the food, beverage, and personal care sectors.Natara's origins can be traced back to 1933 as Frutarom, which grew rapidly through acquisition until 2018 when IFF acquired it. In 2023, the business became independent once again when it was acquired by private equity group Exponent and launched under its new name, Natara.Based in Hartlepool, England, the company makes aroma ingredients for the flavor and fragrance sectors.WHY: The move is designed to combine Natara's expertise in base aromas with Treatt's heritage in natural extracts such as citrus, tea, and botanicals.The deal brings together two highly complementary businesses that will have greater geographic reach, with operations in the UK, Europe, North America, and Asia, as well as a shared vision to be the global flavor, fragrance, and beverages partner of choice. The transaction will offer significant strategic and operational benefits, such as a global sales force and state-of-the-art facilities to capitalize on opportunities not readily available to either company on a stand-alone basis.IN THEIR OWN WORDS: "With the support of Exponent, Natara has been investing for growth since 2023," said Natara Global's Chief Executive Officer Yoram Knoop. "By combining with Treatt, we will be strongly positioned to continue our growth journey.