A Legacy of Innovation Since 1870

Since 1870, Oppenheimer has evolved through innovation, strong partnerships and a commitment to delivering exceptional solutions to its customers. From its beginnings as an international family-owned business, Oppenheimer became a 100% Australian-owned and managed private company in 1979 and today operates across Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, China, India, North America and the GCC region.

Today, Oppenheimer is a modern, innovative and diversified organisation, with expertise spanning food ingredients, food technology, manufacturing, foodservice, gelato, nutrition and nutraceuticals, consumer products and strategic investments.

A History of Innovation

In 1914, Oppenheimer Casing Co. combined old-world tradition with emerging technology, becoming an early pioneer in using regenerated cellulose for sausage and smoked meat casings, helping establish Oppenheimer as a leader in the global meat-processing industry.

In the early 1985s, Oppenheimer entered the commercial gelato ingredients market, establishing another key growth area across Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia and China. This spirit of innovation and adaptability continues to define Oppenheimer today.

Positioned for Growth

Under Jignesh's leadership, Oppenheimer has entered a new era of strategic growth, investment and international expansion, leading the acquisition and integration of more than 10 companies, and establishing joint ventures in Southeast Asia, China and India collectively valued at over $500 million.

Since 2015, Oppenheimer has accelerated its growth through new alliances, joint ventures, acquisitions, brands and international expansion. The Group established its own manufacturing facility in China in 2015, expanded the manufacturing and sale of its products and technologies throughout Southeast Asia from 2017, and established a further manufacturing facility in Malaysia in 2020 to support the growing Southeast Asian market. Oppenheimer has also become a leading force in the Australian gelato industry.

Investing in Innovation and Opportunity

Oppenheimer actively seeks opportunities to acquire, invest in and partner with businesses that demonstrate strong market potential, innovative products and services, and opportunities for sustainable long-term growth.Our approach goes beyond investment. We work closely with management teams and business partners, combining strategic direction, operational expertise, technology, industry knowledge and global networks to strengthen performance, develop new products, enter new markets and create lasting value.

Health, nutrition, nutraceuticals and food innovation remain important areas of focus. Oppenheimer has played a significant role in expanding applications for soy protein within the food industry and continues to invest in emerging opportunities across nutrition, functional ingredients, plant-based foods, beverages and next-generation food solutions.

Global Expertise. Strong Partnerships.

Our long-standing relationships with our employees, customers, suppliers and global partners remain fundamental to our success.

We combine a heritage dating back to 1870 with modern technology, international capabilities and an entrepreneurial approach to business. This allows us to respond quickly to changing markets and provide innovative, adaptive solutions backed by an unwavering commitment to quality, service and our customers’ success.

Alongside commercial growth, we recognise our responsibility to build businesses that can succeed for generations. Environmental, social and governance considerations form part of our long-term approach to evaluating opportunities, developing partnerships and creating sustainable value.

Since 1870, Oppenheimer has continued to evolve—building on a proud heritage while investing in innovation, people, partnerships and opportunities that will shape the future.