Danone to acquire MADE Group, expanding its presence in the fast-growing healthy nutrition space in Asia Pacific
Made Group had sales of more than $344 million in the year to June 2026, Danone said, as the deal expands its healthy nutrition push.
- On Monday, French food giant Danone announced plans to acquire Australia-based Made Group and purchase the remaining 49 per cent stake in its fresh dairy joint venture with Saputo Dairy Australia, expanding its Asia-Pacific footprint.
- Surging demand for protein, particularly among weight-loss drug users seeking to prevent muscle loss, prompted Danone to tap into growing consumer interest in healthier eating and functional dairy brands.
- Made Group, which produces Cocobella and Rokeby products, had sales of more than 300 million in the year to June 2026, with Danone deputy CEO Juergen Esser telling Reuters the company is seeing "very, very strong double-digit growth."
- Danone expects the Made business to be a "meaningful contributor" to its essential dairy and plant-based division, with both transactions expected to close in the second half of 2026.
- These acquisitions follow Danone's purchase of Huel in March and US-based Kate Farms last year, reflecting a broader strategy to accelerate growth across Asia-Pacific with new infrastructure and research capabilities.
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Danone to acquire Made Group
Dairy major Danone has announced that it will acquire Made Group, an Australian company selling health-focused dairy products. This will help the French multinational strengthen its presence in Asia Pacific, as Made Group has presence in Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia.
Danone announced Monday to acquire the Australian Made group, particularly active in the popular segment of protein dairy products.
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Danone to acquire MADE Group, expanding its presence in the fast-growing healthy nutrition space in Asia Pacific
Press release – Paris, June 22, 2026, 6:00 AM CEST Danone to acquire MADE Group, expanding its presence in the fast-growing healthy nutrition space in...
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