Aboitiz Foods acquires Singaporean animal nutrition firm

SINGAPORE – Aboitiz Foods, the integrated food and agribusiness arm of Aboitiz Equity Ventures Inc., has acquired Singapore-based Diasham Resources Pte. Ltd. in a move that significantly strengthens its specialty animal nutrition and health portfolio and deepens its manufacturing and technical capabilities across Asia.

The acquisition brings nearly five decades of Diasham’s expertise in animal nutrition and health under the Aboitiz Foods platform. 

Diasham is widely recognised in the region for its high-quality feed additives, water-soluble products, injectables and liquid solutions, supported by advanced technologies and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. 

While financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed, the deal underscores Aboitiz Foods’ strategic push to scale higher-value nutrition solutions as demand for efficient and sustainable animal production continues to grow.

“This acquisition strengthens our specialty nutrition portfolio and positions us to deliver broader, high-quality animal nutrition and additive solutions to our customers,” said Eric Nojac, business CEO at Aboitiz Foods. 

“Building on Diasham’s strong foundation in animal nutrition, we will leverage our combined expertise to drive innovation, accelerate growth and expand our presence in this space.”

Expanding reach across Asia Pacific

Diasham’s established distribution network spans key Asia Pacific markets, including Thailand, Indonesia, China, Hong Kong, Korea, Taiwan, the Philippines, Vietnam and Malaysia. 

Its long-standing partnerships with major industry players add further depth to Aboitiz Foods’ regional footprint, enabling the group to better serve customers across diverse production systems and market conditions.

For Diasham, the acquisition marks a transition aimed at scaling its legacy beyond its traditional markets. 

“Finding the right partner to take this legacy forward was extremely important to us,” said Tuck Onn Chow, outgoing owner, chairman and CEO of Diasham. 

“Aboitiz Foods not only shares our values but also brings the vision and scale needed to bring Diasham’s expertise to more customers across Asia. I am confident this next chapter will deliver even greater opportunities for growth and innovation.”

The integration of Diasham enhances Aboitiz Foods’ ability to serve customers across the food value chain, from feed to food, by offering a more comprehensive catalogue of animal nutrition and health solutions tailored to regional needs.

Building on a decade of regional growth

The deal builds on Aboitiz Foods’ established expansion strategy in Asia, which began with its first international investment in Vietnam more than a decade ago. 

That regional presence was further strengthened in 2018 with the acquisition of Gold Coin Management Holdings Pte. Ltd., now Aboitiz Foods’ largest operation outside the Philippines.

“This acquisition gives us a more complete range of products and solutions to offer our customers across the region,” said Tristan Aboitiz, president and CEO of Aboitiz Foods. 

“Diasham has built a strong legacy and developed deep customer relationships over many decades; factors that mattered very much in our decision to engage in this transaction.”

Beyond products and geography, Aboitiz Foods also views the acquisition as a way to strengthen its talent pool and technical expertise. 

“By combining our strengths with Diasham’s expertise, we are better equipped to deliver more targeted solutions backed by skilled teams,” said Louis Marie Gallois, vice president for specialty nutrition at Aboitiz Foods.

The acquisition represents another step in Aboitiz Foods’ broader vision to sustainably feed Asia’s growth from mill to meal, as the company continues to invest in innovation, scale and long-term partnerships across the region.

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