Over the decades, Emmi has developed into an internationally successful Group that has continuously strengthened its portfolio through strategic acquisitions, resulting in a presence in 15 countries.
The portfolio of brands and investments has grown over the past three decades through 45 acquisitions. The consistent transformation of the portfolio towards innovative and differentiated brand concepts forms the foundation for growth and profitability. Investments and acquisitions are often preceded by long-term partnerships based on shared values and a common understanding of quality. This results in growing trust, mutual knowledge transfer and inspiration through appealing product concepts. This promotes continuous improvements – both on the product side and in the manufacturing process – as well as international differentiation.
The brands and investments have one thing in common: their regional roots. Maintaining strong, locally established brands ensures continuity in the respective markets, allows for the acquisition of valuable knowledge, bolsters innovative strength, and promotes market and brand positioning. In terms of acquisitions, Emmi focuses on its strategic niches or strategically defined must-win markets. In addition to Switzerland, these include the USA, Brazil and Chile.
Having previously established relevant market positions in Chile and Mexico, Emmi expanded into Brazil in 2017 with a 40% stake in Laticínios Porto Alegre. Two years later, it increased its shareholding to 70%. The Brazilian subsidiary is now one of the three largest dairies in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais.
Emmi acquired a majority stake in Verde Campo in May 2024 via Laticínios Porto Alegre, thereby systematically pushing ahead with its portfolio transformation. The innovative brand is considered a pioneer in high-quality protein products and ideally complements Emmi’s market positioning. It is particularly popular with health-conscious consumers in the Brazilian cities who value functional, premium dairy products.