We have advised Galvanina S.p.A. (Galvanina), a long-standing Italian company specialising in the production of mineral water and premium beverages with a strong export focus, in securing over €61m in financing to support a new phase of growth.
The financing, partially guaranteed by SACE through the ‘Growth Guarantee’, was provided by a pool of leading credit institutions, including UniCredit, Banco BPM, BPER, Solution Bank, and the Azimut Group.
Galvanina is a historic Italian company with over seventy years of heritage in producing natural mineral waters and premium beverages, including soft drinks, iced teas, and flavoured waters, available in both organic and conventional versions. It operates three production facilities in Italy and distributes its products in over 35 countries, with key markets in Europe and North America. Its significant growth in recent years has been driven by a continued commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability, factors that have established Galvanina as a benchmark of Italian excellence. Since 2019, the company has been owned by The Riverside Company, a global private equity firm headquartered in New York, with offices across Europe and Asia, specialising in the growth of mid-sized companies with strong international potential.
This transaction marks a key milestone in Galvanina’s development, providing the financial flexibility needed to support the group’s 2025–2029 business plan. The company intends to accelerate its international expansion, particularly in North America and Europe, while continuing to invest in sustainability, product innovation, and industrial initiatives aimed at improving efficiency and reducing environmental and social impact.
