Alapala expands strategic partnership with Marata Group
With the addition of the new 1,600 TPD capacity to the existing 600 TPD facility, Marata Group’s total installed flour milling capacity will reach 2.200 TPD.
BRAZIL – Alapala International Inc., a global leader in milling technology, has expanded its strategic partnership with Brazil’s Marata Group through a US$12.8 million contract for new flour milling facilities totaling 1,600 tons per day (TPD).
This investment builds on the success of a previously commissioned 600 TPD turnkey mill operational since 2022, elevating Marata’s total capacity to 2,200 TPD and strengthening its position in Latin America’s competitive grain processing market.
The new facilities incorporate Alapala’s advanced engineering, emphasizing energy efficiency, product quality, and operational stability, as proven in the initial plant.
Initial equipment shipments have commenced, with full delivery slated for 2026, ensuring on-schedule project execution.
Developed in partnership with local integrator Ampla, the mills target wheat flour for baking, industrial use, and export, aligning with Brazil’s surging domestic demand amid population growth and urbanization.
The sustained success of this facility played a key role in Marata Group’s decision to further expand its production capacity in partnership with Alapala.
Gorkem Alapala, CEO of Alapala Holding, hailed the deal as validation of their client-centric approach, fostering long-term trust through superior performance metrics.
“The successful operation of the 600 TPD plant over the past three years built a solid foundation of trust, performance, and transparency. Expanding this partnership with an additional 1.600 TPD capacity, bringing the total installed capacity to 2.200 TPD, is not only a commercial milestone but also a clear endorsement of Alapala’s engineering quality, project execution capabilities, and long-term commitment to our clients,” said Gorkem.
“As Alapala Holding Inc., we are proud to see Alapala International Inc. continue to strengthen our global footprint through such strategic projects, supporting food producers worldwide with reliable, high-performance, and future-ready solutions.”
For Marata Group, the expansion addresses rising flour needs in a market where Brazil processes over 10 million tons annually, enhancing supply chain resilience against volatile grain prices.
The collaboration leverages Alapala’s roller mill, purifier, and automation technologies to deliver high-yield, customizable flours for artisanal breads, pastries, and functional foods.
Brazil’s milling sector faces pressures from climate variability and import competition, but investments like this signal optimism, with capacity expansions projected to support 5-7% annual growth.
Marata’s upgraded infrastructure positions it to capture market share in premium segments, including gluten-free and high-protein flours, which are trending in 2026.
Globally, such turnkey projects underscore Turkish engineering firms’ dominance in emerging markets, rivaling European suppliers.
This investment highlights how technology-driven collaborations are reshaping traditional food sectors, ensuring efficiency, sustainability, and competitiveness in a rapidly evolving global market.
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