Solina, a prominent entity in the global food sector known for its savoury food solutions, has acquired Sokol Custom Food Ingredients, a company based in the United States. This acquisition is part of Solina’s strategy to enhance its footprint in North America, following its previous acquisition of Advanced Food Systems in December 2024.
Sokol, located in Countryside, Illinois, specializes in providing custom savoury and sweet sauce solutions to various sectors including food manufacturing, retail, and foodservice. The integration of Sokol’s operations is expected to bolster Solina USA’s capabilities in sweet sauces, increase production capacity, and strengthen its supply chain, thereby supporting growth objectives.
Anthony Francheterre, Global CEO of Solina, noted that Sokol’s offerings complement those of Solina USA, particularly in the realm of sweet sauces, which aligns with Solina’s existing expertise in savoury products. Michael Marks, President of Solina USA, emphasized that this acquisition enhances their commitment to providing a comprehensive range of liquid flavour solutions.
The acquisition marks Solina’s fourth in the United States, following the purchases of Asenzya, Saratoga Food Specialties, and Advanced Food Systems. With this latest addition, Solina now operates five facilities across the U.S., located in California, Illinois, Nevada, and New Jersey.
Mark Duffy, Regional CEO of Solina North America, along with Michael Marks, will oversee the integration process, while Sokol’s management will continue to lead their team on a day-to-day basis. Shawn Sullivan, CEO of Sokol, expressed optimism about the partnership, highlighting the potential for growth and collaboration under Solina’s leadership. Tim Novak, a partner at Burlington Capital Partners, remarked on the significance of this acquisition as Sokol approaches its 130th anniversary, indicating a promising future for the company within Solina’s framework.