Valsa, a Pastorano-based producer of ambient baked goods including saltimbocca, pucce, panuozzi and pizza bases, completed its sixth acquisition under Aksìa's buy-and-build strategy, acquiring I Maestri del Forno. The target, founded in 2018 in Italy's Caserta province, specializes in high-quality artisanal baked specialties with clean-label positioning. Combined revenues are projected to reach €180 million, with plans to double production capacity and expand internationally through Valsa's commercial network while preserving I Maestri del Forno's premium positioning.

Selling shareholders and I Maestri del Forno's management retained a minority stake in the business. The acquisition strengthens Valsa's portfolio in savory baked specialties and supports Aksìa's strategy to build an international center of excellence. Editor's note: This news brief was produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence.