The Middleby Corporation announced on July 30, 2025, the acquisition of Frigomeccanica S.p.A, a global leader in equipment solutions for drying, defrosting, fermentation, refrigeration, and preservation in the food processing industry. Frigomeccanica, based in Parma, Italy, has annual revenues of $30 million.
This acquisition enhances Middleby's offerings of full-line solutions to customers, particularly for the growing protein industry. Frigomeccanica serves categories where Middleby is expanding, including dried meats, cured ham, and ready-to-eat foods.
Middleby CEO Tim FitzGerald noted that Frigomeccanica brings complementary product expertise and extensive engineering capabilities, with solutions that offer operational efficiencies and extend product shelf life. The acquisition is expected to capitalize on growth opportunities by leveraging Middleby's customer base and global sales footprint, further strengthening the food processing business ahead of its 2026 spin-off.
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