{"id":20102,"date":"2026-08-20T10:07:43","date_gmt":"2026-08-20T02:07:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.merieuxnutrisciences.com.cn\/?p=20102"},"modified":"2026-08-20T10:07:48","modified_gmt":"2026-08-20T02:07:48","slug":"merieux-nutrisciences-enters-agreement-to-acquire-certified-group","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.merieuxnutrisciences.com.cn\/?p=20102&lang=en","title":{"rendered":"M\u00e9rieux NutriSciences Enters Agreement to Acquire Certified Group"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.merieuxnutrisciences.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/MerieuxNutriSciences_CertifiedGroup.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>The acquisition expands M\u00e9rieux NutriSciences\u2019 testing, inspection and certification (TIC) capabilities across North America and brings its expertise closer to customers.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chicago, IL, August 18th 2026<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 M\u00e9rieux NutriSciences, a leading provider of solutions for food safety, quality, and sustainability, announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Certified Group. This strategic acquisition reinforces the company\u2019s commitment to delivering highly practical, innovative solutions to the everyday challenges faced by the food and beverage, cosmetics, over-the-counter drugs, reduced-harm nicotine product and supplements industries in North America and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Certified Group, backed by Warburg Pincus, generates approximately $300 million in revenue through a network of 31 laboratories across North America. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services including core microbiology and chemistry testing services, contract research, certification and audit services, and regulatory consulting. The Certified Group is comprised of three verticals; Food &amp; Beverage, through its Food Safety Net Services and Certified Labs businesses, has leading positions in protein, dairy, packaged foods and FDA Import Services; COS, a recognized expert in cosmetics, OTC products and Supplements testing; and Labstat International, a prominent reduced-harm nicotine product testing lab. These verticals are supported by specialized expert services including Lab Plus (contract research), EAS (regulatory consulting) and FSNS Certification and Audit (certifying body for GFSI and animal welfare audits).<br>Within the food sector, Certified Group has built a strong reputation as a bellwether for safety and quality in the animal proteins industry, and with extensive expertise in processed food, dairy, nuts, and spices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By bringing together complementary strengths, M\u00e9rieux NutriSciences will provide customers with broader service offerings and enhanced regulatory support. With the North American Food TIC sector estimated at over $2.5 billion*, building a comprehensive, responsive network allows the organization to provide enhanced service delivery and continually invest in advanced lab technology to benefit our customers. Ultimately, this expanded coast-to-coast laboratory footprint will ensure that the company is even closer to its customers, meeting localized, time-sensitive needs with unmatched speed and reliability right where production happens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As part of its long-term strategy, M\u00e9rieux NutriSciences is committed to preserving and growing the Food Safety Net Services (FSNS) business, continuing to invest in the unique specialized testing, special projects, certification and audit requirements of North American beef, pork, and poultry producers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThis acquisition marks an important step in our growth strategy and strengthens our ability to support customers across North America,\u201d<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>said&nbsp;<strong>Nicolas Cartier, CEO of M\u00e9rieux NutriSciences.<\/strong>&nbsp;\u201cA more diversified, multi-regional network creates new opportunities for knowledge-sharing and technical leadership across a wider range of disciplines, empowering our teams to meet our customers\u2019 evolving needs and fulfill our purpose: Better Food. Better Health. Better World.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cBecoming part of the M\u00e9rieux NutriSciences family, one of the most respected food testing companies \u2014 rooted in the Pasteur tradition established by Marcel M\u00e9rieux nearly 130 years ago \u2014 is the perfect next chapter for our company. Together with our COS testing business and Labstat, this merger enhances Certified Group\u2019s testing capabilities and strengthens our ability to better serve our customers. We\u2019re incredibly grateful for the backing of Warburg Pincus and Tillia Partners, and for a Board of Directors that includes the founders of Food Safety Net Services and Certified Laboratories.\u201d said&nbsp;<strong>David Morgan, CEO of Certified Group.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cCertified Group has built a differentiated platform with a strong reputation for quality, scientific excellence and exceptional customer service. M\u00e9rieux NutriSciences and Certified Group bring complementary capabilities, global scale and a shared commitment to serving customers at the highest standards. We are proud to have supported Certified Group\u2019s evolution and look forward to seeing the company continue to thrive as part of M\u00e9rieux NutriSciences\u201d added&nbsp;<strong>Deborah Kerr, Managing Director, Warburg Pincus &amp; Executive Chair, Certified Group.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThrough this deal, we are bringing more solutions closer to customers for faster turnaround times, continued commitment to quality and built-in network backup\u201d said&nbsp;<strong>S\u00e9bastien Moulard, President North America at M\u00e9rieux NutriSciences.<\/strong>&nbsp;\u201cThis integration significantly expands our capabilities and ability to deliver best-in-class TIC solutions through dedicated 24\/7 operations, while strengthening high-value expertise across Food &amp; Beverage, supplements, cosmetics, Labstat, and creating new opportunities for all of our teams.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The transaction is expected to close by the last quarter of 2026, once customary closing conditions have been met.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About M\u00e9rieux NutriSciences:<\/strong><br>At M\u00e9rieux NutriSciences, we leverage 60 years of scientific and entrepreneurial expertise to answer food industry needs. Today\u2019s global challenges transform the way food is produced, marketed and consumed, which is why we know our clients need more than reliable analytical results; they need practical and innovative solutions that will contribute to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Present worldwide, we are more than 140 accredited laboratories and a team of over 10,000 committed employees. We strongly believe that together, we can create solutions to offer our planet: BETTER FOOD. BETTER HEALTH. BETTER WORLD.&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.merieuxnutrisciences.com\/\">www.merieuxnutrisciences.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Certified Group:<\/strong><br>Certified Group partners with customers to deliver innovative scientific solutions and expertise \u2013 So The World Can Trust In What It Consumes\u00ae. As a leading North American provider of laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, certification, and audit services, Certified Group encompasses Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), FSNS Certification &amp; Audit, Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, and Labstat International Inc. The company serves a wide range of industries, including food &amp; beverage, dietary supplements &amp; NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, and more.<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.certifiedgroup.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.certifiedgroup.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*Source: M\u00e9rieux NutriSciences\u2019 estimates based on market studies. Reflects outsourced food TIC sector only.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chicago, IL, August 18th 2026\u00a0\u2013 M\u00e9rieux NutriSciences, a leading provider of solutions for food safety, quality, and sustainability, announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Certified Group. 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