January 30, 2026 - Beaulieu International Group (B.I.G.) today announces it has signed a share purchase agreement to acquire all shares of IFG Asota GMBH, an Austria-based fibre company and a key player in the global synthetic staple fibres market. This strategic acquisition strengthens Beaulieu’s Fibres Division (BFI) and marks an important step in its ambition to lead the market of sustainable nonwoven solutions.
IFG Asota GMBH brings deep expertise in polypropylene (PP), polyamide (PA), polyethylene (PE) and biopolymer fibres such as PLA, serving a wide range of high-value markets including flooring, automotive, filtration, and technical applications. The company is particularly known for its innovation capabilities, supported by a research center featuring a pilot line that accelerates development project timelines by offering the opportunity to prototype new fibres. In addition to that, the company brings expertise in technical applications, biobased & recycled polymers to Beaulieu capabilities.
A strategic fit for innovation and sustainability
For Beaulieu, the acquisition of IFG Asota GMBH represents a natural and strategic fit within Beaulieu Fibres International (BFI). across both disposable and durable nonwoven technical textiles markets.
“Our ambition is clear,” says Jean-Baptiste De Ruyck, CEO “We are building a flexible and agile global platform that reinforces our leadership, strengthens our presence in existing markets, and opens the door to new, untapped territories. The acquisition of Asota accelerates this journey.”
Strengthening leadership in Europe and beyond
The Group continues to actively explore opportunities to strengthen its market position, while expanding its global reach. By combining Beaulieu’s industrial footprint and operational skills with Asota’s materials expertise and R&D capabilities, the Group aims to reinforce its role as a partner for customers around the world.
In parallel with the acquisition process, IFG Exelto will enter into a toll manufacturing agreement with Beaulieu Fibres International (BFI) upon closing. Under this agreement, Exelto will manufacture fibres on behalf of BFI, ensuring operational flexibility. This collaboration is designed to secure manufacturing capacity and safeguards customer service.
Subject to completion of the transaction, Beaulieu and IFG Asota GMBH will together continue to invest in innovation, sustainability, and customer-focused solutions, supporting the evolving needs of the nonwoven and technical textile markets. This acquisition marks an important milestone in Beaulieu’s long-term growth strategy.
The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to be completed mid February 2026. No financial details will be disclosed.
Beaulieu Fibres is a leading European supplier of innovative polyolefin and bicomponent fibres for disposable and durable nonwoven technical textile applications. Serving industries such as geotextiles, hygiene, wipes, floor coverings, automotive, filtration, upholstery, composites, and construction, Beaulieu Fibres aims to be “the most complete staple fibre expert”.
Headquartered in Belgium, B.I.G. employs over 4.100 people worldwide in 18 countries throughout Eurasia, America and Oceania and serves customers in 120 countries. In 2024, B.I.G. reported sales of €2 billion. A global family business, Beaulieu International Group (B.I.G.) developd and co-created flooring and material solutions.
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