In 2003, Denmark's L.Dæhnfeldt A/S flower division (varieties and production facilities), was bought out and Sakata Ornamentals Europe (SOE) was established. The European flower production base was transferred from Holland to Odense in Denmark and the vegetable production base was moved to Usho in the South France, with the establishment of Sakata Vegetables Europe (SVE).

A structural overhaul was implemented, including initiatives such as organizational restructuring, strengthening international competitiveness, inventory streamlining, and the re-evaluation of unprofitable business.