The acquisition consolidates Nexira’s position in the global market for natural hydrocolloids and carob Nexira, an independent family-owned group and global leader in natural ingredients and botanical extracts for the…

The acquisition consolidates Nexira’s position in the global market for natural hydrocolloids and carob

Nexira, an independent family-owned group and global leader in natural ingredients and botanical extracts for the food, nutrition and dietary supplements industries, announces the acquisition of Keragum, a Moroccan company specialising in carob-based ingredients. The acquisition represents a significant milestone in Nexira’s Ambitions 2030 growth strategy and strengthens the Group’s position across the natural ingredients value chain, particularly in the carob sector.

“With Keragum, Nexira takes a new step forward. As with acacia, our ambition is to invest as close as possible to production, securing high-quality raw materials while generating tangible local value. Together, Keragum and Nexira will drive the stability, sustainability and long-term growth of a market we deeply believe in.”, says Mathieu Dondain, Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of Nexira.

The acquisition consolidates Nexira’s position in the global market for natural hydrocolloids and carob. Since 2021, Nexira has established itself as a leading player in locust bean gum, an ingredient prized for its nutritional, thickening and stabilising properties across food and nutraceutical applications, from plant-based textures and ice cream stabilisation to appetite management in dietary supplements. With Keragum, Nexira now anchors its supply chain directly at origin, securing quality, traceability and long-term reliability.

Based in the Casablanca region of Morocco, Keragum is a specialist in carob-based ingredients. The company recently commissioned a state-of-the-art production facility that combines industrial efficiency with the highest quality standards, backed by FSSC 22000, halal, kosher and organic certifications. Its strong partnerships with local cooperatives ensure a reliable, traceable supply of premium carob seeds and raw materials.