MLZ Holding

MLZ Holding is a holding company, founded in 2014, active in the inspection, analysis, and quality assurance of the entire dairy chain. As the parent organization of, among others, Qlip B.V., MLZ Holding focuses on ensuring food safety and quality within the broader agrifood sector.

The due diligence

In recent years, MLZ Holding has pursued an active buy-and-build strategy within the agrifood industry. In 2019, the company acquired Ansynth Service, specialized in amino acid analysis, followed by the 2022 acquisition of Bactoforce International, a company active in inspections within the liquid food industry. With the acquisition of Biosisto, specialized in microbiological Reference materials for the dairy, food, and water sectors, MLZ Holding further strengthens its position and expands its service portfolio across the food testing and inspection value chain.

Role of Baker Tilly

MLZ Holding was supported throughout the due diligence process by Baker Tilly’s Corporate Finance and Tax Advisory teams. Jan Kreijkes (Partner Corporate Finance) led the team of experts during the project, which included Bob Harmsen, Mathijs ter Haar, Rowie Simons, and Jan Hein Wagemans.