Malteurop acquires Chunlei Malting facility in China
Malteurop has finalized the purchase of the Chunlei Malting plant in Yancheng, marking a strategic expansion of its malting capacity in the Chinese market.
Malteurop, a subsidiary of the Vivescia cooperative group, has acquired the Chunlei Malting facility located in Yancheng, China. The acquisition is intended to strengthen the company’s production footprint and support its export operations in the region.
The deal allows Malteurop to integrate an established facility into its existing supply chain. This move reflects a broader trend among global agricultural processors seeking to localize production near key growth markets to reduce logistical costs and improve service to local brewers.
Financial details regarding the transaction were not disclosed. Malteurop continues to expand its international presence as part of a long-term strategy to manage volatility in global barley and malt markets. The company plans to integrate the Yancheng site into its operational network immediately.