Valsa
Italy
Date: May 2021
Minority Shareholding
Status: Active
Valsa Group is a leading Italian manufacturer specializing in the production of chilled, frozen and ambient temperature pizzas and snacks. Headquartered in Valsamoggia (Bologna), the group operates as an integrated industrial partner for the retail, food service, and hospitality sectors. its activity is characterized by:
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Product Range: It produces a wide variety of cereal-based products, including classic pizzas, Pinsa Romana, focaccias, and savory snacks.
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Production Methods: A major focus is placed on traditional Italian techniques, such as long natural leavening, hand-stretching of dough, and stone-oven baking.
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Preservation Technologies: It is unique in offering products across three categories: Frozen (surgelato), Chilled (fresco), and Ambient (room temperature), allowing them to serve different supply chain needs.
Valsa Group was formed through a "build-up" strategy led by the private equity fund Aksìa Capital. It has consolidated several specialized Italian companies into a single entity, including:
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Valpizza: The original core of the group, specialized in frozen pizza.
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La Pizza +1: Focused on chilled pizza, focaccia and pinsa.
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Megic Pizza: Known for refrigerated pizzas.
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Menchetti: A historic brand from Tuscany (frozen business unit).
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Forno Ludovico & Tuscanya Bakery: Expanding the artisanal and regional product offerings.
The group has revenues of approximately Eur. 140 million.
