Acomo
Acomo N.V. is a Netherlands-based, publicly listed plant-based food ingredients group that trades, processes, and distributes spices, nuts, dried fruits, edible seeds, citrus products, and powder mixes to B2B food manufacturers, food-service operators, and retailers across Europe.
- Company typePublic
- Founded1856
- HeadquartersRotterdam, Netherlands
- Headcount1,001–5,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
Acomo firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Acomo
- Legal name
- Acomo N.V.
- Website
- https://acomo.nl
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 1856
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1,001–5,000 employees
- Short description
- Acomo N.V. is a Netherlands-based, publicly listed plant-based food ingredients group that trades, processes, and distributes spices, nuts, dried fruits, edible seeds, citrus products, and powder mixes to B2B food manufacturers, food-service operators, and retailers across Europe.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Acomo industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Food Ingredients Distribution
- NAICS
- Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Merchant Wholesalers (42448), Fruit and Vegetable Preserving and Specialty Food Manufacturing (3114), Food Manufacturing (311)
- SIC
- Wholesale-Farm Product Raw Materials (5150), Food And Kindred Products (2000)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Ingredients, Spices & Culinary Supplies Distribution (CRAOABAK)
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Where Acomo is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Rotterdam
- HQ country
- Netherlands
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices4 records
Markets served
Acomo business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Plant-Based Food Ingredients Distribution: Acomo generates revenue through the distribution and processing of plant-based food ingredients including spices, nuts, dried fruits, edible seeds, and specialty ingredients to food manufacturers and service providers across Europe and expanding markets.
- Food Solutions Segment: Revenue from powder mixes, functional ingredient blends, and customized formulations for the food industry. The acquisition of Cublend added approximately 70% to this segment's revenue.
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels2 records
Acomo product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Acomo N.V. is a diversified plant-based food ingredients group that trades, processes, and distributes agricultural raw materials including spices, nuts, dried fruits, edible seeds, specialty ingredients, citrus products, and customized powder mixes/flavor systems. The group operates through multiple subsidiaries and brand-led businesses serving food manufacturers, food service providers, and retailers globally under its Catz International brand platform.
Product overview
Acomo is a diversified plant-based food ingredients group listed on Euronext Amsterdam, operating as a multi-segment portfolio company. The company has grown through acquisitions to encompass five main business segments: Spices and Nuts (including the acquired Caldic FSR nuts and dried fruits business serving Nordic markets), Edible Seeds, Food Solutions (which includes acquired Cublend B.V. providing powder mixes, flavor systems, and functional ingredient blends), and Citrus Processing (including acquired Citromil for citrus fruit processing). The portfolio also includes Manuzzi S.r.l, an Italian dried fruit processor acquired in 2025.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Companies that use Acomo
Customer profileSegments4 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Acomo technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature2 records
Acomo partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Two partnerships are on record, tiered major and core.
- CaldicmajorAcomo agreed to acquire Caldic Food Service and Retail's nuts and dried fruits business in Northern Europe, including operations in Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Germany. The divestment aligns with Caldic's strategic focus on the B2B life and material sciences markets. The acquisition aims to strengthen Acomo's presence in Nordic markets and expand its product offerings.
- Caldic Foodservice Retail Sweden AB (FSR)coreFSR operates a facility in Malmö, Sweden, serving multiple Nordic countries with a product portfolio including nuts, dried fruits, and marzipan. The transfer of the FSR business allows both companies to focus on their core strategies and growth areas.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Acomo competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Glanbia plc: Irish global nutrition company with ingredient solutions (cheese, dairy, plant-protein) and consumer products. Comparable in B2B ingredient supply with focus on nutritional and functional ingredients.
- Cargill: Largest privately-held agribusiness and food ingredients company globally. Overlaps with Acomo in agricultural commodity trading, ingredient processing, and supply to food manufacturers, but at vastly larger scale and broader portfolio.
- Bunge Limited: Global agribusiness and food company involved in oilseed processing, grain origination, and food ingredient production. Comparable in agricultural raw material sourcing and B2B ingredient distribution but broader scope and larger scale.
- Barry Callebaut: Global leader in chocolate and cocoa products supplying food manufacturers and food service. Operates more narrowly in cocoa/chocolate but shares B2B ingredient distribution model and European manufacturing footprint.
Direct peers
- AGRANA Beteiligungs-AG: Austrian fruit, starch, and sugar company operating three segments: Fruit Preparations, Starch, and Sugar. Highly comparable to Acomo in fruit processing (citrus and other fruits) and B2B supply to food manufacturers across Europe.
- Ingredion Incorporated: US-listed ingredient solutions provider offering sweeteners, starches, and plant-based specialty ingredients to food and beverage manufacturers. Comparable B2B ingredient distribution model with focus on formulation and customization.
- Döhler Group: German family-owned supplier of natural ingredients, flavor systems, and ingredient blends for food and beverage applications. Direct comparable to Acomo's Food Solutions segment (Cublend/Snick) in formulation and customization.
- Olam Food Ingredients (ofi): Global plant-based food ingredients business (coffee, cocoa, dairy, nuts, spices) spun out of Olam Group. Highly comparable to Acomo in product mix (nuts, spices, dairy alternatives, ingredients) and B2B distribution model to food manufacturers.
- Tate & Lyle: UK-listed global ingredient provider specializing in food and beverage solutions including sweeteners, texturants, and plant-based ingredients. Comparable in B2B ingredient supply to food manufacturers with formulation expertise.
- Kerry Group: Irish-listed global taste and nutrition company supplying ingredient systems, flavors, and functional ingredients to food manufacturers. Comparable B2B ingredient distribution with strong European presence and customization capabilities.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Acomo financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Acomo leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Acomo subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries5 records
Acomo funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Acomo M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A6 records
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about Acomo
What does Acomo do?
Acomo N.V. is a diversified plant-based food ingredients group that trades, processes, and distributes agricultural raw materials including spices, nuts, dried fruits, edible seeds, specialty ingredients, citrus products, and customized powder mixes/flavor systems. The group operates through multiple subsidiaries and brand-led businesses serving food manufacturers, food service providers, and retailers globally under its Catz International brand platform.
Is Acomo a public or private company?
Acomo is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was Acomo founded?
Acomo was founded in 1856. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.
Where is Acomo based?
Acomo is headquartered in Rotterdam, Netherlands, in the Europe region.
How does Acomo make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Plant-Based Food Ingredients Distribution is the primary driver. The others are food Solutions Segment.
Who are Acomo's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Glanbia plc, Cargill, Bunge Limited and Barry Callebaut. Direct peers are AGRANA Beteiligungs-AG, Ingredion Incorporated, Döhler Group, Olam Food Ingredients (ofi), Tate & Lyle and Kerry Group.
Does Acomo have an API?
No public API is recorded for Acomo.
What industry is Acomo in?
Acomo's product category is Food Ingredients Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRAOABAK, Ingredients, Spices & Culinary Supplies Distribution. Its NAICS code is 42448 and its SIC code is 5150.