SK Capital Partners Acquires Brothers International Food Holdings

SK Capital Partners, a New York-based private investment firm specializing in specialty ingredients, material sciences, and life sciences, has finalized the acquisition of Brothers International Food Holdings. The deal, announced on April 22, 2026, grants SK Capital a controlling stake in Brothers, a global provider of natural fruit ingredients and products for the food and beverage industry. Founder Travis Betters remains President and CEO and retains significant ownership in the company.

Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Rochester, New York, Brothers International has developed into a full-service supplier of tropical and exotic fruit concentrates and purees sourced from over thirty countries. The company plays a vital role in the global fruit ingredient supply chain by offering integrated sourcing, distribution, and value-added product development solutions. Brothers also operates Brothers All Natural, a subsidiary focused on better-for-you freeze-dried snacks with a growing portfolio of private label and branded products distributed through leading retailers.

Jack Norris, Managing Director at SK Capital, expressed confidence in the acquisition, stating, “We are highly impressed with the platform Travis and his team have built and are excited to support the Company’s next phase of growth. Brothers plays a critical role in the fruit ingredient supply chain, delivering integrated, end-to-end solutions spanning global sourcing, logistics, quality assurance, distribution, and value-added product development expertise.” He highlighted the strong, long-term demand for natural and clean label ingredients as a key growth driver.

Travis Betters emphasized the strategic fit with SK Capital, saying, “SK Capital’s deep experience in food ingredients and strong track record of partnering with management teams make them an ideal partner for Brothers. We look forward to building on our established foundation and executing on our shared vision for growth.” He reaffirmed the company’s mission to be the fruit ingredient partner of choice by delivering reliable, high-quality ingredients that simplify complex global supply chains.

Rob Abrams, Principal at SK Capital, noted Brothers’ growth trajectory, including three acquisitions over the past four years, and expressed enthusiasm for supporting further expansion both organically and through strategic add-ons.

The transaction was supported by committed debt financing from Bain Capital. Alantra and King & Spalding served as financial advisor and legal counsel to SK Capital, respectively, while Harris Williams and DLA Piper advised Brothers International.

This acquisition strengthens Brothers’ position as a leading global provider of natural fruit ingredients by enabling scale and expanded market reach. SK Capital plans to leverage its operational expertise to streamline supply chain and procurement processes, optimize logistics, and enhance regulatory compliance and quality control. The partnership aims to accelerate growth through expanded distribution channels, product innovation, and increased penetration of private label and branded freeze-dried snacks.

Industry observers note that this deal may accelerate consolidation in the natural fruit ingredients sector, prompting competitors to pursue strategic partnerships or acquisitions to maintain market share. Challenges ahead include managing product quality across diverse sourcing regions, navigating complex regulatory environments, and mitigating risks related to perishability and seasonality inherent in fruit ingredient supply.

Looking forward, SK Capital and Brothers International intend to integrate their capabilities to drive operational efficiencies and capitalize on growing consumer demand for natural, clean-label food ingredients. The partnership underscores SK Capital’s commitment to building resilient, sustainable businesses within the specialty ingredients sector.