I can summarize the latest publicly reported developments about Lactalis in South Africa based on recent press coverage.
- Nestlé’s Cremora creamer assets in South Africa were acquired by Lactalis South Africa, with regulatory approval still required. The deal signals Lactalis’s growing footprint in SA dairy and dairy-ingredient segments.[2][3]
- Lactalis South Africa announced investments in additional processing capacity, including a R140 million evaporator/dryer powder plant at its Bonnievale cheese plant in the Western Cape, aiming to boost skimmed-milk powder production and overall capacity.[1][4]
- Lactalis has a broader presence in SA across multiple regions and operates well-known brands such as Président, Parmalat (now Lactalis South Africa), Melrose, Steri Stumpie, and Bonnita, with ongoing activity to expand distribution and production in the country.[5][7]
- In 2024, Lactalis South Africa was involved in industry recognition activities, including winning Dairy Product of the Year for a Woolworths Gouda product produced under its aegis, highlighting its continued product development and quality recognition in the market.[9][10]
If you’d like, I can pull the most current articles from specific SA outlets or regulatory bodies and summarize them with dates and key figures. I can also compile a quick timeline of the Cremora acquisition and the Bonnievale expansion with links.
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Details about Lactalis South Africa news, awards and product competitions.
lactalis.co.zaDairy producer Lactalis South Africa has appointed Herman Janse van Rensburg as its new GM with effect from July 18. Janse van Rensburg succeeds Alban Damour, who has taken up his new assignment as GM for Lactalis India.
www.engineeringnews.co.zaThe deal with Lactalis’ business division in South Africa is subject to regulatory approval. Financial terms were not disclosed. France-headquartered Lactalis has operations in South Africa located in the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Gauteng and KwaZulu Natal, according to the statement. Brands marketed in the country include Président, Parmalat, Melrose, Steri Stumpie and Bonnita.
www.just-food.comSOUTH AFRICA - Nestlé has announced the sale of its Cremora creamers business in South Africa to dairy giant Lactalis SA. Cremora, a brand deeply rooted in South African households for over 77 years, will now be managed under the banner of Lactalis, which is expanding its presence in the local m ...
dairybusinessmea.comDairy producer Lactalis South Africa (SA) has invested R140 million in a new evaporator dryer power plant facility at its cheese manufacturing plant in Bonnievale in the Western Cape. The official opening ceremony was attended by the provincial MEC for Economic Development and Tourism, Mireille Wenger, MEC for Agriculture, Dr Ivan Meyer, and
www.proagrimedia.comLactalis South Africa is the new name for Parmalat SA as of 1 February 2020. This is a name change only, and it will not impact the company’s existing products, brands or business operations. Parmalat SA has been been part of the international Lactalis family for the past nine years since the ...
supermarket.co.zaDairy producer Lactalis South Africa has invested R140-million in a new evaporator dryer powder plant facility at its cheese manufacturing plant in Bonnievale, in the Western Cape, which will significantly boost skimmed milk production capacity. Skimmed milk powder is a versatile ingredient that is used in a range of food products, including baked goods, confectionery, dairy products, and processed foods. It is also used as a nutritional supplement and contains essential nutrients, such as...
www.engineeringnews.co.zaWoolworths Mature Gouda outperforms 1 000 others to win South African Dairy Product of the Year… A 10-month-old mature gouda, made especially for Woolworths by Lactalis South Africa, was crowned the Dairy Product of the Year at the prestigious SA Dairy Awards on Thursday 25...
www.foodstuffsa.co.zaNestlé is selling its Cremora business in South Africa to dairy giant Lactalis but stressed the company remains committed to the region.
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