Mérieux NutriSciences finalizes global acquisition of Bureau Veritas’ food testing business

U.S.A – Mérieux NutriSciences, a global leader in food safety, quality, and sustainability, has officially completed its acquisition of Bureau Veritas’ food testing activities worldwide, finalizing a strategic transaction first announced in October 2024. 

The deal, which spans 15 countries across the Americas, Africa, and Asia Pacific, significantly expands the company’s global reach and capabilities in the fast-evolving food testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) market.

The final closing in Peru marks an important milestone, bringing two additional laboratories, over 220 employees, and specialized expertise in seafood, aquaculture, and agribusiness into Mérieux NutriSciences’ network. 

Peru is a critical growth market for the company, where it already maintains a strong presence and customer base, and the move follows a recent acquisition in Ecuador.

“With this acquisition now fully complete, we are proud to welcome nearly 2,000 talented colleagues and their expertise into our organization,” said Nicolas Cartier, CEO of Mérieux NutriSciences. 

He highlighted that the integration strengthens the company’s ability to support global customers at a time when food systems are facing increasing complexity.

Cartier emphasized that Mérieux NutriSciences now operates a robust network of more than 140 laboratories and 10,000 employees worldwide. 

This expanded scale, he noted, positions the company to provide deeper expertise, broader capabilities, and a shared passion for safer, healthier, and more sustainable food systems, while also helping clients navigate regulatory changes, supply chain pressures, and shifting consumer expectations.

The company also acknowledged Bureau Veritas for its collaboration throughout the transaction, which has enabled a smooth transfer of facilities, resources, and employees across multiple regions. 

The deal enhances Mérieux NutriSciences’ scientific and technical expertise, while reinforcing its commitment to supporting customers with innovative, science-based solutions.

For more than 50 years, Mérieux NutriSciences has combined scientific excellence with entrepreneurial drive to meet the needs of the food industry. 

Its services extend beyond testing to include auditing, consultancy, research, environmental footprinting, training, and digital tools, making it a trusted partner for food producers and brands worldwide.

By completing this acquisition, Mérieux NutriSciences has reinforced its role as a key player in shaping the future of the global food industry, ensuring safer and more sustainable food systems for generations to come.

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