Nutriment enters Poland with Zoo Factory takeover

Group 1 - The Nutriment Company (TNC) has acquired Zoo Factory, a Polish distributor of premium pet treats and pet food, marking TNC's tenth acquisition this year [1][2] - Zoo Factory has been operational for over 25 years and offers around 250 pet-care items, including products under the Hilton and Animals brands, as well as a private-label business [1] - The acquisition provides TNC with its first entry into the Polish pet food market, which is considered a significant milestone for the company [2][3] Group 2 - TNC's CEO, Anders Kristiansen, emphasized that entering Poland is a major milestone and positions the company to play a leading role in one of Europe's dynamic pet markets [3] - The deal is expected to enhance TNC's product expansion into various sales channels, including pet supply chains and independent retailers [3][4] - Zoo Factory's strong position in the grocery sector is anticipated to create immediate scalability for TNC's entire product portfolio [4] Group 3 - The existing management of Zoo Factory will remain in place, with Sławomir Musur and Beata Bonalska continuing to lead the company [4] - TNC plans to roll out its wider product range, starting with its best-selling supplement products, within the first month following the acquisition [5] - Earlier acquisitions by TNC this year include Easy-Barf, Purrform, Graf Barf, and Bulmer Pet Foods, indicating a strategic expansion in the pet food sector [5]