The Recla Group is expanding its food business with the acquisition of Delicatesse, a company based in Concorezzo, in the province of Monza and Brianza, specializing in the preparation and packaging of meat specialties. The transaction, completed on October 22, represents a new step in the South Tyrolean group's growth and diversification, which aims to expand its production capabilities while maintaining the distinct identities of the two companies.
Recla, a family-run business based in Silandro, is a leading producer of Speck Alto Adige PGI, sausages, and traditional South Tyrolean cured meats. With the addition of Delicatesse, the group expands its reach to include Italian beef specialties, a category currently not available at the South Tyrolean plant.
The acquisition is based on the complementary activities of the two companies, which will continue to operate independently, maintaining their respective organizations, identities, and production specialties. The Recla plant in Silandro will maintain its focus on Speck Alto Adige PGI and other specialties, while Delicatesse will continue its operations in the high-quality beef-based preparations segment.
The transaction will not entail any changes to Recla's production organization, nor will it result in job cuts or transfers from the Silandro plant. The Recla family will also continue to directly manage the South Tyrolean company, maintaining its current development and investment strategies.
The group's strategy therefore aims to diversify its offerings by integrating different skills, without merging production facilities. This move will allow the two companies to maintain their respective specialties and develop their activities within a group with a more comprehensive presence in the Italian specialty food sector.
The acquisition of Delicatesse is part of Recla's expansion plan, which aims to strengthen its position in the meat processing sector by entering production segments complementary to those already present.
