Mérieux NutriSciences finalizes acquisition of Bureau Veritas’ food testing operations in Ecuador
Mérieux NutriSciences welcomes more than 80 new employees and integrates a 750 m² laboratory into its global network of more than 140 ISO 17025-accredited laboratories.
ECUADOR – Mérieux NutriSciences, a global leader in food safety, quality, and sustainability, has completed its acquisition of Bureau Veritas’ food testing activities in Ecuador.
This transaction marks Mérieux NutriSciences’ entry into the Ecuadorian market, leveraging over 20 years of leadership in food safety, agri-business, and aquaculture in the country.
It also strengthens the company’s presence and capabilities across Latin America, particularly in microbiological and nutritional analysis, residue and pesticide testing, instrumental and heavy metal analysis, and molecular biology.
“We are excited to begin this new chapter in Ecuador, which expands our regional footprint and capabilities to better serve the food industry in Latin America. Ecuador is a key country due to its export-oriented economy, and we are very proud to add this team to our organization. Together with them, we look forward to delivering high-value, science-based solutions to our customers in Ecuador,” said Eugenio Luporini, Executive Vice President – LATAM.”
In Ecuador, Mérieux NutriSciences welcomes more than 80 new employees and integrates a 750 m² laboratory into its global network of more than 140 ISO 17025-accredited laboratories.
“The priority during this transition is to ensure continuity and provide our customers with enhanced value. The team they already know will continue working with the same dedication and proximity, now backed by Mérieux NutriSciences’ global capabilities,” Iván Huby, General Manager – Mérieux NutriSciences Ecuador, Peru & Colombia, stated.
This transaction is part of a broader agreement with Bureau Veritas, covering its global food laboratory testing activities, including microbiological and chemical analysis, as well as molecular testing.
“This change will enable us to offer even more innovative and comprehensive solutions to support the competitiveness of the Ecuadorian food sector,” Iván Huby emphasized.
The final stages of the worldwide acquisition are underway, with additional announcements to follow upon completion.
The acquisition is also the latest milestone following earlier closings in North America, Africa, Asia Pacific, and Chile.
About Mérieux NutriSciences
Mérieux NutriSciences consists of over 140 accredited laboratories and a team of more than 10,000 talented employees, leveraging over 50 years of scientific and entrepreneurial expertise to address the needs of the food industry.
The company offers testing, auditing, consultancy, research, environmental footprinting, training, and data & digital tools.
Mérieux NutriSciences is committed to a shared purpose of delivering better food, better health, and a better world.
About Bureau Veritas
Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services (BV CPS) is a global leader in end-to-end supply chain quality and compliance services, partnering with brands, retailers, manufacturers, and governments.
With over 300 offices and laboratories worldwide, the company delivers testing, inspection, certification, advisory, and data analytics solutions to ensure product quality, safety, regulatory compliance, environmental protection, and brand integrity.
Their services span all stages of the supply chain, from raw materials to finished goods, to improve speed-to-market, profitability, and supply chain oversight.
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