The 1990s

The 1990s

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Strategic Expansion in Sulfur Solutions

1996 marked a significant milestone with the acquisition of Agrindustria (San Cipriano Po, PV), subsequently rebranded as Zolfindustria. This strategic move strengthened Esseco’s position as a global leader in sulfur solutions, driving:

  • Increased production volumes across our sulfur product lines
  • Expanded global distribution for both:
    • Rubber industry-grade sulfur
    • Agricultural sulfur applications

Leadership Transition

1997 saw Eng. Francesco Nulli join the company, initially overseeing industrial operations at the San Martino di Trecate facility before becoming Chief Executive Officer of Esseco Srl in 2008.

International Growth Through Strategic Acquisitions

This decade marked Esseco’s transformation into a global specialty chemicals provider through key acquisitions:

1990
Acquisition of Martin Vialatte Oenologie (Champigny, France) – establishing our oenological chemicals presence in France

1993
Purchase of Station Oenotechnique de Champagne (SOEC) (Epernay) – enhancing our winemaking technologies portfolio

1999
Strategic acquisitions that expanded our international footprint:

  • Sepsa S.A. (now Enartis Sepsa) – Vilafranca del Penedès, Spain
  • Oenofrance – Bordeaux, France