Lallemand acquires enzyme specialist Solyve

Lallemand Acquires Enzyme Specialist Solyve

Expanding Microbial Solutions and Enzyme Innovation for the Food and Beverage Industry

On July 3, 2025, in Zug, Switzerland, Lallemand announced through its Lallemand Bio-Ingredients business unit the acquisition of Solyve, a subsidiary of the InVivo group. This strategic move reinforces Lallemand Bio-Ingredients’ commitment to advancing microbial solutions for the food and beverage industry.

About Solyve

Solyve is a leading producer of classical enzymes using solid-state fermentation at its modern facility located in Normandy, France. Originally founded in 1989 as Lyven S.A., the company has built a robust portfolio of high-performance enzymes primarily targeted toward winemaking, juice and vegetable processing, and plant-based foods.

Strategic Expansion and Capabilities

Commenting on the acquisition, Lars Asferg, President & General Manager of Lallemand Bio-Ingredients, noted:

“Solyve brings a complementary set of capabilities and products to Lallemand Bio-Ingredients’ rapidly expanding enzyme business… Solyve’s expertise in enzyme solutions will enhance our ability to support customers seeking high-performance enzymes across a wide range of food and beverage applications, and will strengthen our drive to bring enzyme innovation to market based on Lallemand’s unique technology platform.”

— Lars Asferg, President & General Manager of Lallemand Bio-Ingredients

“Strengthening our drive to bring enzyme innovation to market based on Lallemand’s unique technology platform.”