Azelis, a leading global innovation service provider in the specialty chemical and food ingredients industry, has successfully completed the acquisition of Vigon International, a leading US specialty distributor and manufacturer of ingredients for the flavors and fragrances market segments. 

The acquisition enables Azelis to gain a strong position in the growing and non-cyclical markets of flavors and fragrances in the Americas. It will enhance Azelis’ presence in the life sciences sector. The transaction is consistent with Azelis’ strategy of complementing organic growth with strategic acquisitions. 

Vigon International offers a comprehensive product portfolio including flavors, natural and synthetic aroma chemicals, actives, functional ingredients, and essential oils. The acquisition of Vigon will provide Azelis access to these strategic end markets and enhance Azelis’ position in the life sciences sector. 

Frank Bergonzi, CEO and President, Azelis Americas said, “The acquisition of Vigon is an important component of our overall growth strategy for Azelis in the Americas. As a leader in the US flavors and fragrances market segments, Vigon provides Azelis the impetus for geographic expansion in these markets across North America, as well as a platform for future acquisitions of complementary businesses in the food ingredients segments. Vigon’s co-manufacturing and blending capabilities provide us with an added value proposition that we can leverage to better serve our principals and customers." 

"We are pleased to welcome Steve Somers Sr., Steve Somers Jr. and the entire Vigon team to the Azelis family. We have been impressed by their passion, strong entrepreneurial spirit and “can do” attitude. In short, this is an excellent fit with the Azelis culture, on many levels,” added Bergonzi.