Cotecna Acquires Neotron, a Leading Provider of Analytical Solutions to Food Sector

Cotecna announces it has completed the acquisition of Neotron, a global provider of testing services for food products, supplements, cosmetics and pharmaceutical products, based in Italy.

Founded in 1975 by Gian Carlo Gatti, Neotron is one of the largest analytical safety laboratories in Europe with over 550 employees, performing 2,000 accredited tests and processing close to 300,000 samples per year. The company provides chemical, biochemical, microbiological, physical and sensory analysis. Neotron operates from a single site which boasts a state-of-the-art laboratory spanning over 10,000 m2 in Modena, and serves clients from 50 different countries.

Sbastien Dannaud, CEO, Cotecna Inspection S.A,

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