Danone has completed its acquisition of Made Group, an Australia-based food and beverage company with a portfolio spanning high-protein ready-to-drink products, gut-health yogurts and coconut-based products.
Made Group has an established presence in Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia, where it has recorded consistent double-digit growth and developed a track record in product innovation and marketing.
Among its portfolio of brands is Cocobella, a plant-based brand offering a range of coconut products including coconut water and coconut yogurts.
The business generated sales of more than €300 million for the financial year ending June 2026. Danone said Made Group would become a meaningful contributor to its Essential Dairy and Plant-Based (EDP) business in Asia Pacific.
The acquisition, which was first announced in June, brings Made Group's health-focused brands and regional distribution capabilities into Danone's portfolio, strengthening its position in categories including high-protein, gut health and plant-based products.
Antoine de Saint-Affrique, CEO of Danone, said: “Today, we are pleased to officially welcome Made to the Danone family. Made is a natural fit for Danone, with a portfolio of strong brands across high-protein, gut health and plant-based products."
"They have built an impressive track record of innovation, strong consumer engagement and sustained growth across Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia. By combining Made's entrepreneurial culture, marketing expertise and proven route to market with Danone’s scale, science and category expertise, we are excited to unlock new opportunities, and reach even more consumers across Asia Pacific.”
Amanda Butler, CEO of Made Group, “Our mantra of ‘making healthy happy’ is closely aligned with Danone’s mission to bring health through food to as many people as possible. Building on the growth and momentum we have achieved over the past few years, and with a shared commitment to health and a passion for innovation, we are excited to begin this new chapter alongside Danone."
"By combining our complementary strengths, we are creating a stronger platform for growth in some of the most dynamic health and wellness categories across Asia Pacific, unlocking new opportunities for our brands, our people and the consumers we serve.”
