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Costcutter seeking acquisitions in wake of Bibby Line takeover Subscription

19 Nov 2011 | Updated: 15 Feb 2012

Costcutter has admitted it is on the prowl for acquisitions after transport and logistics giant Bibby Line Group took full control of the c-store chain this week.

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Bibby seizes full control of Costcutter Subscription

15 Nov 2011 | By Beth Phillips

Transport and logistics giant Bibby Line Group has taken full control of Costcutter. Bibby bought a 51% stake in the c-store chain in 2007 and revealed in September that is was close to finalising a deal for the remaining stake.

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Bibby in line to become sole Costcutter owner Subscription

16 Sep 2011 | By Simon Creasey

Bibby Line Group is close to finalising a deal that would see it become the sole owner of Costcutter. The transport and logistics giant, which bought a 51% stake in the symbol group in 2007, is expected to seal the deal within six months for an undisclosed sum.

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