All Mergers and acquisitions articles
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NewsDawn Meats buys German lamb distributor Alexander Eyckeler
Dawn Meats has acquired German meat importer and distributor Alexander Eyckeler for an undisclosed sum
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NewsCo-op sets sights on 100 franchise sites as expansion accelerates
The convenience retailer said franchise stores enabled it to ‘bring the benefits of membership to new and diverse communities’
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NewsBoparan Private Office completes turkey processor takeover
The Ahlhorn-based turkey processor is now part of Storteboom Food Group, which is owned by BPO – the private investment vehicle of 2 Sisters Food Group owner Ranjit Singh Boparan
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NewsSouthern Co-op expands partnership with Snappy Shopper
The society has now rolled out the home delivery service to 140 stores, which represents around 80% of its food estate
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Comment & OpinionEditor’s picks: big votes, Gold shortlists and the own-label surge
This week’s issue includes the latest on Southern Co-op’s merger, insight into the government’s support (or lack of) for the food industry and analysis of the growth of own label
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Analysis & FeaturesCan John Vincent strike the right balance in Leon’s ‘new era’?
The founder is taking Leon back to its roots, but trends move quickly
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NewsKraft Heinz wins share in Q1 under Cahillane but tough year awaits
Kraft Heinz has increased its market share as new CEO Steve Cahillane’s spending plan boosted sales
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NewsLow & no alcohol beer brand Days Brewing acquired by Sunrise Beverages
Days, which describes itself as ‘the UK’s leading independent 0.0% beer brand’ will join a portfolio of brands that includes Curious Brewery, Gipsy Hill Brewing, Wild Beer Co and St Peter’s Brewery
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NewsSouthern Co-op members overwhelmingly back merger plans
A vote at a Special General Meeting held today saw 97.07% of Southern Co-op members backing the plans
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Comment & OpinionSouthern Co-op’s merger must go ahead if it is to adapt and survive
Without intervention, Southern Co-op would likely not be able to continue trading in its current form, say CEO Ben Stimson and chair Janet Paraskeva
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NewsAltura takes controlling stake in Squirrel Sisters snack brand
The acquisition will make Altura the third equal partner in a triad with founder Gracie Tyrrell and existing investor GFT Retail
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NewsAround Noon sells minority stake to support growth plan
The backing from fund manager Whiterock, in return for a minority stake, would help Around Noon build on its existing footprint, the Northern Irish-headquartered company said
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Comment & OpinionSouthern Co-op’s dismissal of OurCoop raises big questions
I first noticed there was a problem with Southern Co-op in early March, when staff told me they no longer supplied the 20p bags. If you are cutting costs at the sharp end, there is a problem, says Tom Blair, a former director of Southern Co-op
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NewsThe Real Greek secures future for 19 restaurants in rescue deal
Karali Group, the owner of the Côte restaurant brand, reached an agreement to rescue the chain on 1 May
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NewsFinsbury Food Group acquires meringue bar maker Flower & White
Finsbury Food Group has acquired Telford-based snacking brand Flower & White
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NewsSouthern Co-op dismisses partnership approach from OurCoop
OurCoop made an initial approach to Southern on 20 April in a letter to Southern Co-op chair Janet Paraskeva from OurCoop president Elaine Dean and CEO Debbie Robinson
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NewsEG On The Move acquires MPK petrol forecourt network to extend national presence
The transaction includes MPK’s portfolio of 27 petrol forecourt sites
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Analysis & FeaturesWill ABF FoodCo’s split from Primark unlock its potential?
ABF FoodCo will be the UK’s largest listed food manufacturer
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NewsSazerac invests in Kendall Jenner’s 818 Tequila brand
Tequila is one of few bright spots in spirits globally
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NewsVandemoortele’s frozen pastry merger back under CMA scrutiny
The CMA has launched a detailed investigation of the merger between European frozen pastry giants Vandemoortele and Délifrance, after it failed to meet the watchdog’s conditions