Wimm-Bill-Dann Foods has acquired Opolie Holding Company in Vladimir region, central Russia. Opolie is a leading milk processor in the region and ranks among Russia’s top 10 dairy companies. This acquisition is in line with Wimm-Bill-Dann’s stated strategy of expanding its business through the purchase of successful companies with strong market positions in their respective regions and a sustainable raw-milk supply base, the company says. Opolie Holding Company consists of three milk plants in Yuriev Polsky, Lakinsk and Suzdal, processing a total of over 300 tons of milk per day.
“The acquisition of a rapidly developing company in the Vladimir region is in line with our strategic objective of buying companies that are leaders in their local markets,” Silviu Popovici, vice president of Wimm-Bill-Dann Foods says. “Its modern production facilities and well developed business will bolster our position in Central Russia, where a large proportion of our consumers live, and its high-quality dairy products are a perfect fit for our portfolio,” he added.
Opolie was founded in 1993. Opolie has an extensive range of natural products, including milk, kefir, ryazhenka, yogurts and other products under the Opolie, Vivio and BioLight brands.