Sparkfood welcomes Cobiosa to its portfolio, reinforcing its ambition to become a global leader in natural active ingredients.

Sparkfood, the ingredient innovation business of the Sonae Group, announced a long-term strategic partnership with Cobiosa in May 2026. This partnership marks a new chapter of growth for our company and another step towards Sparkfood’s ambition to become a global leader in natural active ingredients.

How will Cobiosa experience this change?

Founded by the Thiebaut family, Cobiosa has built a strong reputation based on product quality, scientific rigor, and trusted relationships across more than 60 markets.

The Thiebaut family will remain involved in the company, with Alberto and Cristina Thiebaut taking on non-executive roles, while Baldomero Falcones will continue as Managing Director, ensuring full operational continuity.

Why has Cobiosa chosen Sparkfood?

“Cobiosa has been built on care, science, and long-term relationships,” said Alberto Thiebaut. “Choosing Sparkfood as our partner is a decision made from a position of strength. It provides Cobiosa with the platform, scale, and complementary expertise needed to accelerate what we have started, while preserving the identity and culture that define us.”

Why has Sparkfood chosen Cobiosa?

“Cobiosa is exactly the kind of company that defines Sparkfood: deep technical expertise, proven products, strong teams, and a clear commitment to innovation and sustainability,” said Jean-Baptiste Bachelerie, CEO of Sparkfood.

“Welcoming Cobiosa into our portfolio reinforces our ambition to deliver better natural extracts and active ingredients for people, pets, plants, and the planet, alongside BCF Life Sciences, Evra, Nutraceutica, and our broader ecosystem of pioneering companies and start-ups.”

Benefits of the Partnership

• Long-term industrial and financial backing from the Sonae Group, one of Portugal’s largest privately owned business groups.

  
  

• Cross-business synergies in R&D, operations, and business development with companies across Sparkfood’s portfolio.

  
  

• Accelerated access to international markets and new opportunities in personal care and adjacent segments.