Solabia Group

Located in France, Solabia Group specializes in the development and production of high-quality ingredients for the cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, nutrition, biotechnology, and microbiological diagnostics sectors. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Pantin, France, Solabia Group focuses on creating innovative ingredient solutions. The company has completed a total of 3 deals, with the most recent being a Secondary Buyout on May 7, 2025, where Astorg acquired a majority stake for EUR 1. 1 billion.

The founder, Livio Lima, has a history in entrepreneurial ventures, and the current CEO is Darren Fritschy. Solabia Group specializes in the development, production, and distribution of a diverse range of ingredients tailored for the cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, nutrition, biotechnology, and microbiological diagnostics sectors. Their core product offerings include natural actives, plant extracts, and various formulations such as peptones and hydrolysates, which cater to health and wellness applications. These products serve a wide array of end users, including manufacturers of cosmetics, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals, who rely on Solabia's innovative solutions to meet consumer demand for natural and sustainable ingredients.

The company's expertise extends across Europe, North America, and Asia, ensuring a broad client base that encompasses both industrial manufacturers and specialized research institutions. In 2023, Solabia Group reported a revenue of EUR 74,903,037. 60 and an EBITDA of EUR 22,929,729. 80.

The company generates revenue primarily through B2B transactions, focusing on high-quality, innovative ingredients for the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries. Transactions typically occur through direct sales agreements and long-term partnerships, ensuring competitive pricing for bulk orders and tailored supply agreements aligned with clients' production cycles. With support from the recent acquisition deal, Solabia Group is poised to execute its growth strategy focused on international expansion and product innovation. The company plans to launch new products designed to meet emerging market needs, although specific release dates have yet to be announced.

Additionally, Solabia aims to expand its presence in new geographic regions, particularly targeting markets in Asia and North America by 2025, leveraging the resources from the EUR 1. 1 billion investment to support these initiatives.