World Confectionery Group S.à.r.l., a company controlled by Investindustrial has acquired 100% of the shares and convertible bonds of Natra, S.A. through a voluntary takeover bid

Investindustrial is a private equity fund founded in 1990 holding a leading position in the independent private equity firm space, focused in acquiring “middle market” companies operating in Southern Europe

Arcano acted as the sole financial advisor in the launch and execution of the voluntary takeover bid

Natra is a company focused in the cocoa processing and chocolate manufacturing segments with global presence with 6 factories in Spain, France, Belgium and Canada, and more than 1000 employees

With this deal, World Confectionery Group will foster the development and growth of the company, helping to consolidate Natra’s position in the market