FERRERE advised Barentz on the acquisition of Paraguayan company Insuquim, a well-known supplier of specialty chemicals and ingredients.
Barentz is a global leader in the supply of specialty ingredients and solutions. The company supplies specialty ingredients from leading manufacturers around the world from its cutting-edge custom formulation centers and application laboratories in EMEA, the Americas and Asia-Pacific.
Insuquim is known as one of the leading distributors of specialty ingredients in Paraguay, supplying the industrial, pharmaceutical, human nutrition and personal care markets. This acquisition expands Barentz's presence in Paraguay, complements Barentz's strong network throughout South America and is expected to accelerate growth in local markets with a complementary and expanded portfolio of specialty ingredients.
FERRERE was in charge of structuring and negotiating the transaction, taking special care of the complexities of a highly regulated market at the local level. FERRERE's team advising Barentz was led by partner Verónica Franco, and included professionals specialized in various areas: Fernanda Benítez, Estefanía Baranski, Luana Fretes, Alejandro López, Sofía Rattazzi, Matías Chaves, Ana Echauri and Tiago Marín.
This acquisition represents a new milestone in Barentz's diversification and expansion strategy in South America, which seeks to maintain the high quality of its solutions to regional clients and global partners.