US fish oil producer Omega Protein has said it has received an unsolicited US$230m cash takeover offer from an Argentine firm.

Go deeper with GlobalData

Data Insights

The gold standard of business intelligence.

Find out more


Houston-based Omega, which is owned by Zapata Corp, said it received the $9.50 per share offer in a letter from Ferrari Investments, an Argentina-based company, and unidentified US partners. Ferrari Investments said it recently acquired 4% of Omega’s shares.


Omega said it “has no substantive information regarding the credibility of the information in this letter, any steps Ferrari Investments has taken or may take in furtherance of any bid or proposal, the means by which a bid would be made or the ability of Ferrari Investments to consummate any transaction.”


Back in March, Zapata rejected an unsolicited $45 per share takeover offer from merger and acquisition partnership Hollingsworth, Rothwell & Roxford.

GlobalData Strategic Intelligence

US Tariffs are shifting - will you react or anticipate?

Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis.

By GlobalData

Just Food Excellence Awards - Have you nominated?

Nominations are now open for the prestigious Just Food Excellence Awards - one of the industry's most recognised programmes celebrating innovation, leadership, and impact. This is your chance to showcase your achievements, highlight industry advancements, and gain global recognition. Don't miss the opportunity to be honoured among the best - submit your nomination today!

Nominate Now