OC&C advises SK Capital on the acquisition of Brothers International

We are pleased to have supported SK Capital on its acquisition of Brothers International Food Holdings, a leading global provider of natural fruit ingredients and products for the food and beverage industry. OC&C provided commercial due diligence to SK Capital in support of the transaction.

Headquartered in Rochester, New York, Brothers International is a scaled, full-service supplier of tropical and exotic fruit ingredients, sourcing from more than 30 countries and serving a global customer base across food and beverage channels. The business plays a critical role in the global fruit ingredients supply chain, offering integrated sourcing, distribution and value-added product development capabilities.

SK Capital, a private investment firm with deep expertise in specialty ingredients and materials, has acquired a controlling stake in the business from Benford Capital Partners, partnering with founder Travis Betters and the existing management team to support the next phase of growth. The investment reflects strong underlying demand for natural and clean-label ingredients, as well as the increasing importance of resilient, global sourcing platforms in the food and beverage sector.

OC&C’s work focused on supporting SK Capital in developing a clear view on future growth opportunities, including organic expansion and strategic M&A.

This transaction highlights OC&C’s deep expertise in food ingredients and broader consumer sectors, as well as our continued support to private equity investors on high-impact transactions globally.

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