South Africa: Melitta acquires majority stake in Caturra roastery

Melitta, the German coffee and coffee accessories has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Caturra, a roastery located in the South African city of Cape Town.

According to Melitta, Caturra has around 25 employees and has been operating for 30 years, roasting and distributing coffee and serving the South African market in both the retail and out-of-home channels.

Matthias Rensch, managing director Melitta Europe – Coffee Division, commented: “Growing in new markets and internationalising our business are important for Melitta Coffee in Bremen if we are to achieve the growth and earnings targets we have set ourselves. We are convinced that we can make excellent use of the Melitta Group’s extensive expertise for the growth and expansion of Caturra – and that we can also open up numerous new sales opportunities on the African continent for the Melitta Group’s business units”.

Described as small but well-connected in the South African coffee scene, Caturra will be managed by Melitta Europe’s Coffee division.

Source: Melitta