All Mergers and acquisitions articles – Page 136
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NewsPoultry packager looks to future strong growth after rescue deal
A fresh poultry supplier to the likes of Asda has been sold out of administration saving the jobs of the 22-strong workforce.
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Analysis & FeaturesIntense competition in UK grocery market driving food and beverage M&A
Fierce competition in UK grocery will be the main driving force behind an uptick in food and beverage M&A this year, according to new analysis by Grant Thornton.
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NewsMolson Coors sells its UK maltings business to Soufflet Group
Brewer Molson Coors UK has agreed to sell its maltings business to French agriculture group Soufflet.
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NewsACS rejects merger with National Federation of SubPostmasters
The ACS has rejected the possibility of merging with former trade union the National Federation of SubPostmasters…
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NewsWhitworths owner Real Good Food snaps up Rainbow Dust for £7.5m
Real Good Food has completed the acquisition of Rainbow Dust Colours in a deal worth up to £7.5m.
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NewsPork Farms accounts reveal Kerry Foods deal terms
Pork Farms’ acquisition of the chilled savoury and pastry business of Kerry Foods has given the Irish food giant…
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NewsOrganisations representing newsagents and subpostmasters discuss merger
Move would streamline businesses, provide more efficient distribution
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NewsLakeland Dairies looks to move into frozen yoghurt with acquisition of Taste Trends
Management team will remain in place, say deal allows company to grow
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Analysis & FeaturesThe election effect: uncertainty could spark dealmaking rush
May’s General Election could lead to a feast or a famine for food and drink M&A volumes in the UK.
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NewsGlass manufacturer Encirc acquired by Spanish company for £316m
Company will retain managing director, improve position in European market
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NewsFood cans supplier merger under competition investigation
Sonoco’s €286m acquisition of Weidenhammer Packaging Group is to face scrutiny from the CMA amid competition worries.
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NewsBakkavor expands US convenience footprint with B. Robert’s Foods acquisition
International food group Bakkavor has built its US ready meals capababilities with the acquisition of North Carolina-based fresh prepared foods manufacturer B. Robert’s Foods.
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Analysis & Features3G lines up latest mega-deal
3G Capital is eyeing up its latest F&B targets but which is the best fit?
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NewsEnglish Garden Tea saved from administration by Blue Cap
Speciality drinks supplier English Garden Tea has been given a new lease of life after being rescued from administration…
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NewsNestlé sells off La Cocinera ready meal brand to Findus
Deal includes transfer of factory in Valladolid, doubles size of Findus’ presence in Spain
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NewsLiberation Group acquires Butcombe Brewery
Jersey-based brewer and pubco Liberation Group is to expand its on-trade and retail footprint in Britain after acquiring Bristol’s Butcombe Brewery.
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NewsCompetition watchdog confirms Pork Farms merger probe
CMA to probe Pork Farms’ Kerry Foods deal An in-depth investigation into Pork Farms’ acquisition of the chilled savoury and pastry business of Kerry Foods is now underway after the food producer failed to ease the concerns of the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), the watchdog has ...
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NewsHT & Co Drinks acquires Gift Creation & Design
Wholesaler HT & Co Drinks has acquired a 50% stake in Gift Creation & Design (GC&D)…
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NewsCompetition watchdog to probe Pork Farms/Kerry Foods deal
Pork Farms Bakery’s planned takeover of the Kerry Foods chilled savoury pastry business is set to be investigated further by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).