Is Galbani an Italian brand?

Yes. Galbani originated in Ballabio, Italy, in 1882 and is associated with Italian cheeses and food products. The brand is now owned through Groupe Lactalis, which is headquartered in France.

Is Galbani owned by Lactalis?

Yes. Galbani joined Groupe Lactalis in 2006. Made O'Meter's ownership data identifies B.S.A. S.A. as the ultimate owner above Groupe Lactalis.

What is Galbani best known for?

Galbani is best known for Italian cheeses, especially mozzarella, mascarpone, ricotta, Parmesan and Gorgonzola. The brand also produces cured meats.

When was Galbani founded?

Galbani was founded in 1882 by Egidio Galbani in Ballabio, in Italy's Lombardy region. The first Galbani product was robiola.

Where are Galbani products sold?

Lactalis says Galbani products are sold in more than 140 countries. A Galbani country website states that the range includes more than 300 products sold in 50 countries.

Who owns Galbani?

Galbani

Ultimate ownerFranceB.S.A. S.A.

Made O'Meter is free and ad-free, built to keep ownership like this transparent.

Brand origin: Italy
Main production: Italy

Share 𝕏

Ownership chain

BrandGalbaniItaly
Egidio Galbani S.r.l.
Groupe Lactalis S.A.
Ultimate ownerB.S.A. S.A.France

About Galbani

What is Galbani?

Galbani is an Italian food brand specialising in cheeses and cured meats. Lactalis describes Galbani as a leading brand for Italian products and says its products are sold in more than 140 countries. Galbani's product range includes mozzarella, mascarpone, ricotta, Parmesan and Gorgonzola.

Who owns Galbani?

Galbani is ultimately owned by B.S.A. S.A., according to Made O'Meter's ownership data verified on 13 September 2026. The ownership chain is Galbani, Egidio Galbani S.r.l., Groupe Lactalis S.A., and B.S.A. S.A. Groupe Lactalis is a French family-owned dairy company, and B.S.A. S.A. is its ultimate family-owned holding company.

Where does Galbani come from?

Galbani originated in Italy in 1882, when Egidio Galbani founded the Caseificio Davide Galbani in Ballabio, in the Valsassina valley of Lombardy. The first product was robiola. Galbani launched Bel Paese in 1906 and industrially produced Santa Lucia mozzarella in 1956. Galbani joined Groupe Lactalis in 2006.

What products does Galbani make?

Galbani makes Italian cheeses including mozzarella, mascarpone, ricotta, Parmesan, Gorgonzola, Bel Paese and Santa Lucia mozzarella. Galbani also sells cured meats. In the United Kingdom, Galbani says its range includes more than 300 products sold in 50 countries.

Subsidiaries: Galbani S.p.A. is a subsidiary of Lactalis Group and operates mainly in Italy.

Frequently asked questions about Galbani

Is Galbani an Italian brand?: Yes. Galbani originated in Ballabio, Italy, in 1882 and is associated with Italian cheeses and food products. The brand is now owned through Groupe Lactalis, which is headquartered in France.
Is Galbani owned by Lactalis?: Yes. Galbani joined Groupe Lactalis in 2006. Made O'Meter's ownership data identifies B.S.A. S.A. as the ultimate owner above Groupe Lactalis.
What is Galbani best known for?: Galbani is best known for Italian cheeses, especially mozzarella, mascarpone, ricotta, Parmesan and Gorgonzola. The brand also produces cured meats.
When was Galbani founded?: Galbani was founded in 1882 by Egidio Galbani in Ballabio, in Italy's Lombardy region. The first Galbani product was robiola.
Where are Galbani products sold?: Lactalis says Galbani products are sold in more than 140 countries. A Galbani country website states that the range includes more than 300 products sold in 50 countries.

Sources: lactalis-international.com: galbani, lactalis.com: en, lactalis-international.com: brands, brandtree.org, galbani.com, en.wikipedia.org, lactalis.com: about us, lactalisculinary.com

Get news about brands and owners

We only write when there is something worth telling about who owns what, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Sources: en.wikipedia.org, galbani.co.uk

Ownership data is compiled from public sources and verified where possible. Spotted an error? Suggest a correction below.

Is this your brand? Claim it

Scan a product yourself

Products from Galbani

and 5 more products