Amid 50th celebrations, Capol expands with Eulip acquisition
The Capol ingredients firm has expanded its interests into plant-based oils and fats, as its Freudenberg Italia business acquires Eulip Srl, strengthening the group’s overall portfolio capabilities, reports Neill Barston.
Notably, the deal, which was for an undisclosed sum, will enable the group to access specialism in both raw product processing, as well as flexible production techniques.
The move comes amid a particularly notable period for the Capol group, which this year has been celebrating its 50th anniversary, with the business set to play its part in the upcoming ISM event in Cologne Germany, between 1-4 February 2026.
As for Eulip, the business, which was founded in 1946, has gained specialisms for the chocolate, bakery, ice cream and desserts, has been recognised for its broad product portfolio of vegetable oils and fats.
It has also reportedly gained a strong reputation for delivering co-development approach for customised solutions, working across the food and drink sector, with its capabilities now expanding the product options available across the Capol group.
Furthermore, in July Capol acquired Curt Georgi, a 150-year-old, tradition-rich German flavour house renowned for its technical expertise across confectionery, dairy, and baked goods.
The business was not done there, and in September, it also added Blue Pacific Flavors, a U.S.-based pioneer in natural and organic flavor systems, particularly in the beverage and emerging wellness categories.
Together with Capol’s core competencies in confectionery coatings and natural food colors, customers will now benefit from a broader range of high-quality,
sustainable food ingredients solutions aligned with the growing demand for specialised ingredients.
Peter Hantl, CEO of Capol welcomed its latest acquisition. He said: ““Our shared dedication to developing added-value, functional solutions makes Eulip a natural fit for Capol.
“As a proud partner of choice for major food manufacturers worldwide, we are further advancing our ambition to create a comprehensive global food ingredients platform.”
Dr. Fulvio Lamberti, CFO of Capol Group, also believed the deal would be of strong mutual value.
He noted: “Leveraging its deep technical expertise, Eulip has achieved outstanding success in the Italian market. The global presence of the Freudenberg Chemical Specialities Group now provides the perfect platform to extend this success worldwide.”
In addition, Filip Krulis, CEO of Freudenberg Chemical Specialities added that combining technology platforms, global market presence, as well as R&D expertise, would drive further growth for the group.
