Lactalis Iberia
The Spanish subsidiary of the Lactalis Group, active in Spain since 1983. It collects milk in more than 400 municipalities, manufactures products at eight plants, and sells brands such as Puleva, Président, and Galbani.
About Lactalis Iberia
Dairy Operations in Spain
Lactalis Iberia is the Spanish subsidiary of the Lactalis Group, a family-owned company founded in 1933 and focused on dairy products. It began operating in Spain in 1983 in Vilalba, Lugo, and describes itself as one of the country’s largest dairy groups, with 43 years in the Spanish market.
Operations and Capabilities
The business covers the dairy supply chain: collecting cow, sheep, and goat milk in more than 400 municipalities across 13 autonomous communities; processing it at eight industrial plants in five regions; and marketing products across several major categories.
- Milk and dairy drinks
- Cheese, including protected-designation cheeses and international specialties
- Yogurt and desserts
- Butter and cream for home use, baking, and food-service professionals
- Specialized nutrition, including infant, clinical, and sports products
- Product lines and formats for food service and hospitality
Brands
The portfolio includes 42 brands and more than 1,000 products. Major brands include Puleva, Président, Galbani, El Ventero, Flor de Esgueva, Gran Capitán, RAM, Lauki, and Chufi. Through the Lactalis Nestlé joint venture, it also manages brands such as La Lechera, Yogures Nestlé, and Nestlé Kéfir.
Key Figures
- €1.209 billion in direct economic impact
- 2,679 employees
- 963 million liters of milk collected
- Eight industrial plants across five regions
- 12 million households consume its products every day
- More than €265 million invested in plants since 2015
- A €200 million investment plan in Spain for 2026–2030
Innovation
The company combines local teams, brands, and plants with the group’s international experience. In 2025, it launched 38 new products in Spain within a portfolio of more than 1,000. The Puleva Institute of Nutrition connects science, food, and society to guide innovation.
Regional Footprint
The company’s activity is concentrated in rural areas and near production regions. In 2025, 57.5% of its workforce was based in municipalities with fewer than 25,000 residents, and 71.9% of industrial investment went to plants in those communities.
Contact
Address: 17B Calle Juan de Mariana, 28045 Madrid. Phone: 915 07 96 97.
Dairy production and marketing