IMCD to Acquire Willows Ingredients

IMCD has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in Willows Ingredients Group Limited, strengthening its food and nutrition activities across Ireland and the UK. The transaction, announced from Rotterdam on 20 February 2026, is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to complete in the first quarter of 2026.

Headquartered in Ireland, Willows Ingredients employs 26 staff and supplies ingredients to the food and nutrition sector, with particular expertise in health, sports and animal nutrition. The company reported revenues of approximately EUR26m in 2024 and has established supplier partnerships and technical support capabilities across both Ireland and the UK.

IMCD said the acquisition will expand its footprint in high-growth nutrition segments in the region, broadening its portfolio and enhancing market access for customers. The integration of Willows Ingredients’ supplier network is also expected to strengthen IMCD’s local formulation and technical service offering.

The move forms part of IMCD’s strategy to build scale in specialised nutrition and ingredients distribution through targeted acquisitions in key European markets.