Who Owns Evian?
Evian is owned by Danone (EPA: BN), the French multinational food company. Danone acquired majority control of the Evian brand and its parent company Société Générale des Grandes Sources d'Eaux Minérales Françaises in 1970. Evian natural mineral water is sourced from a protected Alpine watershed above Évian-les-Bains, France, and is sold in more than 140 countries.
Parent Company
Danone
Acquired
1970
Status
Private
Headquarters
Évian-les-Bains, France
Who Owns Evian?
- Parent Company: Danone
- Ownership Type: Wholly owned
- Acquisition Year: 1970
- Company Type: Publicly Traded
- Stock Ticker: Euronext Paris: BN
| Brand | Parent Company | Ownership Type |
|---|---|---|
| Evian | Danone | Wholly owned |
History of Evian
- Founded: 1826
- Founders: Marquis de Lessert
- Acquired by Danone: 1970
The Evian spring was discovered in 1789 when the Marquis de Lessert drank water from the Cachat spring above the village of Évian-les-Bains on the southern shore of Lake Geneva in Haute-Savoie. He reportedly noticed health benefits and the spring became known for its therapeutic water.
The town of Évian-les-Bains developed as a spa resort in the nineteenth century, and the commercial bottling of Evian mineral water began in 1826 when the Count of Laizer obtained authorization to distribute the water in bottles. The water became fashionable among European royalty and the wealthy, establishing the premium positioning that defines the brand today.
Evian mineral water undergoes a natural filtration process that takes approximately 15 years as rainwater and snowmelt percolate through glacial layers and mineral sands in the Alps above the town. This slow filtration gives Evian its characteristic low mineral content and neutral taste.
About Danone
Danone delivered strong performance in FY2024, marking significant progress in its strategic transformation under the "Renew Danone" plan. The company achieved positive volume-mix for the first time since launching the strategic plan in 2022, demonstrating successful execution of its health-focused strategy.
Financial Performance: Danone reported 2024 sales of €27.4 billion, with net income more than doubling to €2.02 billion from €881 million in 2023. Operating income rose to €3.4 billion from €2.04 billion in 2023, while earnings per share more than doubled to €3.14 from €1.36 in 2023. Recurring operating margin improved to 13% from 12.6% in 2023.
Volume-Mix Improvement: CEO Antoine de Saint-Affrique noted that Q4 2024 marked the sixth quarter in a row of volume-mix improvement, with high-protein, coffee, and medical nutrition posting double-digit growth. The company's Essential Dairy & Plant-Based (EDP) category achieved positive volume-mix in Europe for five consecutive quarters after 10 years of decline.
Health-Focused Strategy: Danone's increased focus on health and nutrition research and strategic shift to formulations perceived as healthier is paying dividends. The company successfully petitioned the US FDA in 2024 to secure a science-backed claim linking yogurt consumption with reduced risk of developing type-2 diabetes.
- Founded: 1919
- Headquarters: Paris, Ile-de-France, France
- Company Type: Publicly Traded
- Stock: Euronext Paris: BN
- Revenue: €27.4 billion (FY2024)
- Employees: Over 90,000
Where Is Evian Made / Based?
- Headquarters: Évian-les-Bains, France
Evian Sustainability & Ethics
Evian has committed to an ambitious circular packaging goal: all Evian plastic bottles to be made from 100% recycled plastic (rPET) by 2025. The brand's "evian Revive" program also supports watershed protection around the Alpine source area.
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These competing brands operate in the same categories and provide similar products or services. Compare key attributes to understand market positioning and competitive landscape.
| Brand | Parent Company | Country | Founded | Market Position | Primary Market | Gender Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pepsico | USA (PepsiCo headquarters) | 1994 | Mass market | Global | All-ages | |
| Keurig Dr Pepper | USA | 2013 | Premium | United states | All-ages | |
| Danone | France | 1826 | Global premium-still-water-leader | Global | All-consumers | |
| Wonderful Company | USA | 1996 | Premium | Global | All-ages | |
| Bluetriton Brands | USA (BlueTriton) | 1845 | Northeast us-spring-water-leader | United states | All-consumers | |
| Coca Cola Company | Mexico | 1895 | Mass market | Global | All-ages |
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Aquafina
Owned by PepsiCo
American brand of purified bottled water produced by PepsiCo, featuring both unflavored and flavored water products distributed globally.
Core Hydration
Owned by Unknown Company
Premium purified water brand owned by Keurig Dr Pepper, known for mineral-enhanced hydration.
Evian
Owned by Danone
French premium still mineral water brand owned by Danone, sourced from the French Alps in Évian-les-Bains. One of the world's most recognized premium water brands, sold globally.
Fiji Water
Owned by Unknown Company
American bottled water brand sourcing artesian water from an underground aquifer in Viti Levu, Fiji, known for its distinctive square bottle and premium positioning.
Poland Spring
Owned by Unknown Company
American natural spring water brand sourced from springs in Maine, owned by BlueTriton Brands after Nestlé sold its North American water brands in 2021. One of the best-selling spring water brands in the northeastern United States.
Topo Chico
Owned by The Coca-Cola Company
Mexican mineral water brand owned by The Coca-Cola Company, known for its naturally carbonated mineral water sourced from Cerro del Topo Chico in Monterrey, Mexico.
Competitive Analysis
Market Positioning: Evian competes with 6 brands in the same categories, ranging from mass market to luxury positioning.
Geographic Distribution: Competitors are headquartered across multiple regions, indicating global competition in this market segment.
Brand Heritage: Competitor brands range from established heritage brands to newer market entrants, with founding years spanning several decades.
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