Godrej Industries’ Chemicals Business has recently announced the successful acquisition of Savannah Surfactants Limited’s Food Additives Business, marking a strategic move to strengthen its presence in the global Food & Beverages sector. This business transfer aligns with the company’s long-term goal of scaling its speciality chemicals portfolio in a sustainable and profitable manner.
The Goa-based manufacturing facility that comes with the acquisition adds a capacity of 5,200 MTPA, providing Godrej Industries with enhanced production capabilities to meet growing global demand. With this move, the Food Additives Business will be integrated into the company’s Speciality Chemicals segment.
Vishal Sharma, Executive Director and CEO of Godrej Industries (Chemicals), commented, “We are glad to have completed this transaction at the start of the fiscal year. This acquisition is in line with our vision and strategy to grow in a profitable and sustainable manner. The Savannah business will be part of our Speciality Chemicals sector. The addition of this Food Additives Business will expand our speciality offerings and build a larger speciality business going forward.”
The acquisition supports Godrej Industries’ efforts to lead in high-growth, innovation-driven sectors such as oleochemicals, surfactants, biotech, and speciality chemicals, as it continues its journey towards becoming a global player in the value-added chemical space.
Godrej Industries’ Chemicals Business is a key division of the Godrej Group, one of India’s most trusted and diversified conglomerates. The Chemicals Business is a leading manufacturer of oleochemicals, surfactants, specialty chemicals, and performance-enhancing additives, catering to a wide range of industries including personal care, home care, textiles, plastics, and now food additives. With a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and customer-centric solutions, the company operates modern manufacturing facilities and serves both domestic and global markets. Its strategic vision is to drive profitable and responsible growth by expanding into high-value specialty segments while embracing green chemistry and circular economy principles.