The company reached a turnover of 1.705 billion euros and has approved an investment plan of 200 million until 2030 to strengthen its industrial capacity, accelerate innovation, and advance the energy transition.
The workforce increased by 2.3% in 2025, reaching 2,679 people, with more than 90% permanent contracts and one in every two vacancies filled through internal promotion, and 87% of employees want to continue developing their professional careers within the company.
Lactalis Spain consolidated its economic and industrial weight in the country in 2025 by generating a direct socioeconomic impact exceeding 1.209 billion euros and reaching a business figure of 1.705 billion. The company attributes this growth to its industrial activity, milk and raw material purchases, direct employment, service contracting, innovation, and its fiscal contribution.
With more than four decades of presence in Spain, the group maintains a strategy based on investment, innovation, and territorial roots. In a context marked by economic and geopolitical uncertainty, the company argues that its commitment to the development of the territories where it operates helps strengthen the competitiveness of the Spanish dairy sector.
Industrial investment drives the development of rural Spain
Industrial activity remains one of the main drivers of Lactalis’ business in Spain. During 2025, the company allocated 28.1 million euros to industrial investments, of which 71.9% was executed in municipalities with fewer than 25,000 inhabitants.
The company has also approved a new investment plan of 200 million euros for the period 2026-2030, aiming to strengthen its industrial competitiveness, accelerate digital transformation, boost innovation, and advance the energy transition.
Lactalis’ presence in eight industrial centers across the national territory maintains a significant tractor effect on employment and economic activity in numerous rural areas.
More than 1,400 farms are part of an increasingly sustainable dairy chain
The relationship with the primary sector continues to be one of the company’s pillars. In 2025, Lactalis collected 963 million liters of milk from 1,405 farms in 13 autonomous communities, consolidating itself as the main dairy operator in Spain.
Additionally, 98.9% of the cow’s milk collected had Animal Welfare certification, an indicator that reflects the work developed together with farmers to move towards more sustainable and efficient farms.
The company also maintains collaboration with the CSIC to promote the decarbonization of the livestock sector. After auditing more than 1,000 farms and developing a pilot project in 16 farms, both parties have identified 27 measures aimed at reducing emissions and optimizing resources.
A stable employment model that drives talent and commitment
Lactalis closed 2025 with a workforce of 2,679 employees and a labor model based on stability, with more than 90% permanent contracts. Internal promotion allowed filling one in every two vacancies with internal talent.
Employee commitment is also reflected in that 87% of the workforce states they want to continue developing their professional careers within the company.
During the last fiscal year, initiatives such as Women in Lactalis were consolidated, an internal network aimed at promoting female leadership and fostering a more diverse and inclusive culture. In the last three years, the presence of women in positions of responsibility has increased by 35%.
More households, more innovation, and increasingly relevant brands for consumers
More than 12 million Spanish households consume Lactalis products. During 2025, the company strengthened its market presence and consolidated itself among the ten food companies with the highest penetration in Spain.
Innovation again played a key role in its growth. The company launched 38 new references and exceeded 1,000 active references in its catalog, adapting to new consumption trends and consumers’ nutritional needs.
Among the year’s milestones are the launch of Puleva Vita Calcium Collagen, the growth of Puleva Extra Protein Pro, Chufi’s record year, the relaunch of Flor de Esgueva Gran Reserva, and the progress of Nestlé I Love Kéfir.
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Decarbonization advances alongside circularity and resource optimization
Sustainability continues to be one of the company’s strategic priorities. In 2025, Lactalis reduced its direct CO emissions by 71.4% compared to 2019 and advanced the energy transition of its industrial centers with projects such as the new biomass plants in Granada and Villarrobledo.
The company has also continued to promote a circular economy strategy based on ecodesign and improving the recyclability of its packaging. Currently, 80% of packaging is recyclable by design, and the percentage of recycled material incorporated reaches 32%.
Nutrition, research, and sports to generate impact beyond business activity
Lactalis’ contribution goes beyond economic activity. During 2025, the company donated more than one million kilos of food to 78 food banks and social entities and maintained various initiatives linked to nutrition, education, and well-being.
The work of the Puleva Nutrition Institute also stood out, recognized at the NAOS Strategy Awards for its trajectory in research, training, and scientific dissemination.
In the sports field, more than 40,000 children participated in educational and sports activities promoted or sponsored by the company, including the Puleva Tido Cup, which celebrated its fifth edition.
“Consult the corporate social responsibility report at www.lactalis.es (https://www.lactalis.es/compromiso/informe-rsc/)“
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