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Spain: Carrefour to acquire 47 stores from El Corte Ingles

September 22, 2023

Carrefour, the leading French supermarket chain, has announced it has entered into an agreement with Spanish peer El Corte Ingles to acquire …

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Europe, Mergers & Acquisitions, Retail
1 MIN READ

Netherlands: Albert Heijn launches plant-based brand

September 20, 2023

Albert Heijn, the leading Dutch supermarket chain, has announced the launch of a new plant-based line comprising 200 products under the brand …

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Europe, Food, Non-Alcoholic Drinks, Products, Retail
1 MIN READ

Ireland: Britvic announces £6 million factory investment

September 19, 2023

Britvic, the UK-based non-alcoholic drinks firm, has announced plans to invest £6 million ($6.84 million) to expand production capacity at its Ballygowan …

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Europe, Manufacture & Distribution, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

India: PepsiCo to set up crisp manufacturing plant in Assam

September 18, 2023

PepsiCo, the global snacks and drinks giant, has announced plans to invest 778 crore INR ($105 million) to set up a manufacturing …

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Asia Pacific, Food, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

USA: Kroger and Albertsons to divest over 400 stores following merger

September 15, 2023

Kroger and Albertsons have announced plans to divest 413 stores to retail supply firm C&S Wholesale Grocers in connection with the proposed …

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North America, Retail
1 MIN READ

Brazil: Nestle to acquire majority stake in Grupo CRM

September 14, 2023

Swiss FMCG giant Nestle has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Brazilian chocolate manufacturer Grupo CRM from investment fund Advent …

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Food, Latin America, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

USA: JM Smucker to buy Hostess Brands for $5.6 billion

September 13, 2023

JM Smucker, a US-based food and beverage company has announced the acquisition of Hostess Brands, a long-established US bakery firm, “to accelerate …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

USA: Kellogg separation gains board approval

September 12, 2023

Kellogg, the leading cereal and snack maker, has moved a step closer to separating into two distinct business after the proposal was …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

Germany: Fuchs expands in Romania

September 11, 2023

Fuchs, the German spices and seasoning specialist, has announced plans to invest in Romania to expand and upgrade its existing manufacturing assets. …

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Europe, Food, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

USA: 7-Eleven expands to Laos

September 8, 2023

7-Eleven, the US convenience store chain, has announced a further expansion of its geographic footprint with the opening of its first store …

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Manufacture & Distribution, Retail
1 MIN READ

India: ITC to set up food manufacturing, packaging plants

September 5, 2023

ITC, the Indian consumer goods giant, has announced plans to invest 1,500 crore INR ($181 million) to set up an integrated food …

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Asia Pacific, Food, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

Look Ahead: Nicola Woods, Speciality & Fine Food Fair 2023

September 5, 2023

Gama spoke to Nicola Woods, Event Manager, ahead of the latest edition of Speciality & Fine Food Fair.   What are your …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Europe, Food, Non-Alcoholic Drinks, Tradeshows
3 MIN READ

India: Amul plans to establish 15 new milk processing plants

September 4, 2023

Indian dairy giant Amul is planning to add 15 new milk processing plants in the 2024 financial year as it seeks to …

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Asia Pacific, Food, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

USA: E.l.f. Beauty to acquire Naturium

September 1, 2023

E.l.f. Beauty, the US cosmetics maker, has announced it has signed an agreement to acquire drugstore skincare brand Naturium for $355 million …

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Health & Beauty, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

Indonesia: PepsiCo breaks ground on new snack plant

August 31, 2023

PepsiCo, the global snacks firm, has broken ground on a new snacks plant in Cikarang, Indonesia, according to Reuters and Just Food …

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Asia Pacific, Food, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

UK: Iceland embarks on major NPD push with launch of 500 items

August 30, 2023

Iceland, the UK frozen food retailer, has announced the launch of 500 new exclusive products in its Iceland and The Food Warehouse …

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Europe, Food, Products, Retail
1 MIN READ

Germany: Lieken scales back manufacturing operations

August 29, 2023

Lieken, the German manufacturer of bread and other baked goods, is scaling back its manufacturing operations with the closure of a production …

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Europe, Food, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

USA: Wells Enterprises announces expansion plans

August 25, 2023

Wells Enterprises, the US ice cream maker, has announced plans to expand its Dunkirk, New York manufacturing plant, generating more than 200 …

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Food, Manufacture & Distribution, North America
1 MIN READ

USA: Aldi to acquire Winn-Dixie and Harveys stores

August 24, 2023

Aldi, the Germany-based retail chain, has announced an expansion of its footprint in the US with the acquisition of the Winn-Dixie and …

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Mergers & Acquisitions, North America, Retail
1 MIN READ

UK: Britvic adds bottling line to Beckton factory

August 23, 2023

Britvic, the UK soft drinks maker, has announced it is adding a sixth bottling line to its Beckton facility in East London via …

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Europe, Manufacture & Distribution, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

UK: Asda launches cooking ingredients range

August 22, 2023

Asda, the UK grocery retailer, has announced the launch of a new line of cooking ingredients under the banner Cook By Asda. …

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Europe, Food, Products, Retail
1 MIN READ

Ireland: Diageo cleared to proceed with Baileys plant expansion

August 21, 2023

Diageo, the leading alcoholic drinks firm, has been given the green light to proceed with the expansion of a facility in Northern …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Europe, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

Brazil: Heineken invests in alcohol-free beer production

August 17, 2023

Multinational Dutch brewer Heineken has announced plans to invest R$80 million ($15.75 million) to expand production of Heineken 0.0 at the Araraquara …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Latin America, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

USA: AB InBev sells beer, energy drink brands to Tilray Brands

August 16, 2023

Tilray Brands, a US pharmaceutical and FMCG firm, has announced it has acquired eight beer and energy drink brands from multinational brewer …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Mergers & Acquisitions, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

USA: Molson Coors expands non-beer portfolio with Blue Run Spirits buy

August 15, 2023

US-based multinational brewer Molson Coors is continuing to diversify beyond the beer space with the acquisition of Blue Run Spirits, a bourbon …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

USA: Campbell Soup acquires Sovos Brands

August 14, 2023

Campbell Soup, the US foods manufacturer, has announced the acquisition of Sovos Brands, a fellow packaged food company, in a deal worth …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

Look Ahead: Sabine Loos, InterTabac 2023

August 11, 2023

Gama spoke to Sabine Loos, Managing Director of Westfalenhallen Unternehmensgruppe, ahead of the latest edition of InterTabac.   What are your expectations …

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Europe, Tobacco, Tradeshows
2 MIN READ

Australia: Beam Suntory and Frucor Suntory launch Suntory Oceania

August 11, 2023

Beam Suntory and Frucor Suntory have announced the launch of Suntory Oceania, a A$3 billion ($2 billion) partnership to manufacture and distribute …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Asia Pacific, Manufacture & Distribution, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

Philippines: Coca-Cola Europacific Partners acquires Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines

August 9, 2023

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc has announced that, together with Aboitiz Equity Ventures Inc., the companies have entered into a letter of intent …

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Asia Pacific, Mergers & Acquisitions, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

Australia: Kommunity Brew acquires Cool Cool Beverage Company

August 8, 2023

Kommunity Brew, a Western Australian functional beverage company, has acquired Melbourne’s Cool Cool Beverage Company (CCBC). The acquisition will add the Sips …

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Asia Pacific, Mergers & Acquisitions, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

Canada: Lactalis Canada to acquire dessert manufacturer Marie Morin

August 7, 2023

Lactalis Canada, a subsidiary of French dairy giant Lactalis, has announced the acquisition of dessert manufacturer Marie Morin Canada for an undisclosed …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

Portugal: Auchan acquires business from Grupo Dia in the country

August 4, 2023

French multinational retail group Auchan has announced the acquisition of Grupo Dia’s operation in Portugal, where the company currently operates 489 stores. …

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Europe, Mergers & Acquisitions, Retail
1 MIN READ

USA: LiveKindly Collective to acquire plant-based company Alpha Foods

August 3, 2023

Plant-based company Livekindly Collective (LKC) has announced the acquisition of Alpha Foods a company specialized in frozen plant-based meals. The acquisition will …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

USA: Seviroli Foods acquires pastamaker Mama Rosie’s

August 1, 2023

Seviroli Foods, a US food processor owned by Mill Point Capital, has announced the acquisition of Mama Rosie’s, a family-owned manufacturer of …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

USA: Keurig Dr Pepper takes minority stake in La Colombe

July 31, 2023

Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP),  the leading North American drinks company, has announced a strategic partnership with La Colombe which will see it …

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Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

Brazil: Ferrara to acquire Dori Alimentos

July 28, 2023

Ferrara, the leading US sugar confectionery manufacturer and Ferrero subsidiary, has announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Dori Alimentos, a …

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Food, Latin America, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

USA: Brynwood Partners acquires Marie’s and Dean’s Dip brands

July 27, 2023

Private equity firm Brynwood Partners has announced the acquisition of the Marie’s and Dean’s Dip brands from Ventura Foods via its newly-formed …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

USA: Bobbie acquires Nature’s One

July 26, 2023

US infant formula firm Bobbie has announced the acquisition of Nature’s One, a paediatric nutrition company from the state of Ohio,. “The …

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Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

Australia: Wide Open Agriculture to open dairy alternative plant

July 25, 2023

Wide Open Agriculture (WOA), a regenerative food and agriculture company, has announced plans to open a production facility to manufacture oat milk …

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Asia Pacific, Food, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

UK: Iceland to axe Swift convenience store chain

July 24, 2023

Iceland, the UK frozen food retailer, has announced plans to close its five-strong Swift convenience store chain, according to an article in …

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Europe, Retail
1 MIN READ

Brazil: Vida Veg invests $2 million in plant expansion

July 21, 2023

Vida Veg, a Brazilian producer of plant-based foods, has announced that the company is investing R$10 million ($2 million) to expand an …

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Food, Latin America, Manufacture & Distribution, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

USA: Theo Chocolate to merge with American Licorice Co

July 20, 2023

Theo Chocolate, a US chocolate maker, has announced it is planning to merge with confectionery firm American Licorice Co in order to …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

Ireland: Diageo invests in alcohol-free Guinness production

July 19, 2023

Alcoholic drinks firm Diageo has announced a €25 million ($28 million) investment in a new facility at its St James’s Gate site …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Europe, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

USA: Kraft Heinz to build $400 million distribution centre

July 18, 2023

US food giant Kraft Heinz has announced plans to invest $400 million to build one of the largest automated consumer goods distribution …

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Food, Manufacture & Distribution, North America
1 MIN READ

Colombia: Unilever adds facility for sauce manufacture

July 17, 2023

FMCG major Unilever is expanding its manufacturing capabilities in Colombia with the launch of a new facility for its Fruco and Del Huerto …

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Food, Latin America, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

France: Carrefour to acquire Cora and Match banners from Louis Delhaize

July 14, 2023

Global retail giant Carrefour has entered into an agreement to acquire the Cora and Match banners in France from Louis Delhaize. Cora …

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Europe, Mergers & Acquisitions, Retail
1 MIN READ

UK: Ineos forays into retail household care

July 13, 2023

Chemicals giant Ineos is foraying into the UK retail household care industry with a range of cleaning detergents and other products launching …

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Europe, Household Care, Products
1 MIN READ

USA: Mars acquires Kevin’s Natural Foods

July 12, 2023

Mars, the leading food multinational, has signed an agreement to acquire Kevin’s Natural Foods, a manufacturer of sous-vide meals, sides and sauces, …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

France: Lactalis expands production in Bosnia and Herzegovina

July 11, 2023

Lactalis, the French dairy giant, is investing $2.6 million to expand production in Bosnia and Herzegovina, according to a Food Business Africa …

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Europe, Food, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

Germany: Emmi to sell Glaserne Molkerei

July 10, 2023

Emmi, the leading multinational dairy firm, has announced it is selling Glaserne Molkerei, a producer of organic dairy products from north-eastern Germany, …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

USA: Monster to acquire Bang Energy

July 7, 2023

Monster, the leading US energy drinks company, has announced it has reached an agreement to acquire Vital Pharmaceuticals, owner of the Bang …

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Mergers & Acquisitions, Non-Alcoholic Drinks, North America
1 MIN READ

Italy: Gourmet Italian Food acquires Firma Italia

July 6, 2023

Gourmet Italian Food, a diversified food manufacturer, has announced the acquisition of Firma Italia, an Italian producer of dried ready meals. Firma …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Netherlands: Royal Unibrew acquires soft drinks firm Vrumona from Heineken

July 5, 2023

Royal Unibrew, the Danish brewing and beverage company, has signed an agreement to acquire non-alcoholic drinks firm Vrumona from Heineken in a …

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Europe, Mergers & Acquisitions, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

Singapore: Comvita acquires manuka honey peer HoneyWorld

July 4, 2023

Comvita, a New Zealand based manufacturer of honey has announced the acquisition of HoneyWorld, Singapore’s largest manuka honey retailer for 8.5 million …

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Asia Pacific, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

India: Procter & Gamble to set up export manufacturing hub in Gujarat

July 3, 2023

Procter & Gamble, the US multinational, has announced a 2,000 crore INR ($163.99 million) investment to set up an export hub in …

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Asia Pacific, Health & Beauty, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

India: CCL Products to invest $300 million in instant coffee plant

June 30, 2023

Indian instant coffee maker CCL Products has announced plans to build a new 400 crore INR ($304 million) manufacturing plant in Kuvvakolli, …

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Asia Pacific, Manufacture & Distribution, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

USA: Walgreens Boots Alliance to close 450 branches across UK and US

June 29, 2023

Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA), a global leader in retail pharmacy, has announced the closure of 300 Boots stores in the UK and …

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Health & Beauty, Manufacture & Distribution, North America, Retail
1 MIN READ

Canada: Nature’s Path announces acquisition of Love Child Organics

June 28, 2023

Nature’s Path, an organic breakfast and snack food company, has announced the acquisition of Love Child Organics, a Canadian organic baby food …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

Finland: Coca-Cola HBC to acquire Finlandia vodka from Brown-Forman

June 27, 2023

Coca-Cola HBC, the Swiss-based soft drinks bottler, has announced it has reached an agreement to acquire to acquire Brown-Forman Finland, owner of …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Europe, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

USA: ITG Brands acquires nicotine pouch range from TJP Labs

June 27, 2023

ITG Brands, a subsidiary of global tobacco and nicotine business Imperial Brands, has announced the acquisition of a nicotine pouch range from …

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Mergers & Acquisitions, North America, Tobacco
1 MIN READ

Spain: Grupo Apex acquires Patatas Fritas Santo Reino

June 26, 2023

Grupo Apex, a leader in the Spanish snacks market, has announced the acquisition of Patatas Fritas Santo Reino, a manufacturer and distributor …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Italy: BAT opens innovation hub for “new category” products

June 26, 2023

Multinational tobacco firm British American Tobacco has announced the opening of a new innovation hub in the Italian city of Trieste focusing …

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Europe, Manufacture & Distribution, Tobacco
1 MIN READ

USA: Unilever to acquire Yasso greek yoghurt brand

June 23, 2023

Unilever, the multinational consumer goods giant, has announced that the company has reached an agreement to acquire Yasso, a US frozen greek …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

Entries open and judges announced for the Gama Innovation Awards 2023

June 22, 2023

MANCHESTER – 22nd June 2023: Gama, a global provider of business information and services specializing in FMCG product innovation and international trade, has …

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Denmark: Carlsberg invests $44 million in Ukraine operations

June 22, 2023

Leading Danish brewer Carlsberg has announced that the company is investing 1.5 billion UAH ($44 million) in its Ukraine operations in 2023. …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Europe, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

UK: Sofina Foods to close Young’s factory

June 21, 2023

Sofina Foods, a Canada-based supplier of pork and seafood products, has announced plans to close its Young’s plant on Marsden Road in …

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Europe, Food, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

USA: Monogram Foods invests $8 million in plant expansion

June 20, 2023

Monogram Foods, a manufacturer and marketer of packaged value-added foods, has announced it is investing $8 million to expand an existing plant …

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Food, Manufacture & Distribution, North America
1 MIN READ

USA: Sunderstorm acquires e-cigarette firm Abide Brands

June 19, 2023

Sunderstorm, the US consumer cannabis company, has announced the acquisition of Abide Brands, a Nevada-based e-cigarette specialist, for an undisclosed sum. Abide …

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Mergers & Acquisitions, North America, Tobacco
1 MIN READ

Brazil: Kellogg to invest $40 million in Pringles production

June 16, 2023

Food giant Kellogg has announced plans to invest R$250 million ($40.9 million) to increase production capacity for potato snacks in Brazil. According …

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Food, Latin America, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

Italy: Barilla to invest €1 billion in expansion bid

June 15, 2023

Italian food producer Barilla has announced that the company is investing €1 billion ($1.09 billion) in a bid to expand both domestically …

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Europe, Food, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

Canada: Pernod Ricard to acquire majority stake in Ace Beverage Group

June 14, 2023

Corby, the Canadian affiliate of wine and spirits multinational Pernod Ricard, has announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire 90% …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

Australia: Mars to expand pet food factory

June 13, 2023

Mars, the leading food multinational, has announced an investment of $112.6 million ($76.3 million) in its pet food facility in Wodonga, in Australia’s …

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Asia Pacific, Manufacture & Distribution, Pet Care
1 MIN READ

India: CCL Products acquires coffee brands from Lofbergs

June 12, 2023

Indian instant coffee maker CCL Products has acquired the Percol, Rocket Fuel, Plantation Wharf, The London Blend, Perk Up and Percol Fusion brands …

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Asia Pacific, Mergers & Acquisitions, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

UK: PepsiCo to invest £58 million in Walkers factory

June 9, 2023

PepsiCo, the global snacks and drinks giant, has announced an investment of £58 million ($67.3 million) to scale its long-standing facility in …

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Europe, Food, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

India: DS Group announces acquisition of confectionery firm The Good Stuff

June 8, 2023

Dharampal Satyapal Group (DS Group), an Indian conglomerate, has announced the acquisition of The Good Stuff, owner of confectionery brand LuvIt, for …

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Asia Pacific, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

UK: Chocolate brand Montezuma’s sold to Paramount Retail Group

June 7, 2023

Paramount Retail Group (PRG), a UK owner of pet care and food brands, is acquiring all the assets of upscale chocolate maker …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

USA: Canned wine brand Bev acquired by E & J Gallo Winery

June 6, 2023

E & J Gallo Winery, a US producer of wine, spirits and flavoured alcoholic beverages, has announced the acquisition of Bev, a …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

USA: Heartland launches Splenda zero-calorie drink mix

June 5, 2023

Heartland, a specialist in low-calorie sweeteners, coffee creamers and water enhancers, has announced the launch of a  new zero-calorie drink mix under …

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Non-Alcoholic Drinks, North America, Products
1 MIN READ

USA: Flagstone Foods acquires Emerald Nuts from Campbell Soup

June 2, 2023

Flagstone Foods, one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of private label snacks and trail mixes in the US, has announced the …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

India: Reliance Consumer Products announces partnership with General Mills for western snacks

June 1, 2023

Reliance Consumer Products, the FMCG arm of Indian retail major Reliance Retail Ventures, has announced a partnership with General Mills, the US …

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Asia Pacific, Food, Products
1 MIN READ

Germany: Muller announces Cologne dairy closure plans

May 31, 2023

German dairy firm Muller has announced plans to close its dairy plant in Cologne, Germany with the reported loss of up to …

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Europe, Food, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

India: Reliance acquires chocolate maker Lotus

May 30, 2023

Reliance Consumer Products, the FMCG arm of Indian retail major Reliance Retail Ventures, has announced the acquisition of a 51% stake in …

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Asia Pacific, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Netherlands: Greenyard acquires dairy-free ice cream startup Gigi Gelato

May 26, 2023

Greenyard, the leading Belgian fruit and vegetable processor, has announced it has acquired Gigi Gelato, a start-up firm based in the Netherlands …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Canada: Nestle launches oat-based Haagen-Dazs dessert

May 25, 2023

Global FMCG giant Nestle has announced an expansion to its plant-based range with the launch of new frozen dessert under the Haagen-Dazs brand …

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Food, North America, Products
1 MIN READ

Germany: Warsteiner to invest in Herford brewery

May 24, 2023

Warsteiner, the leading German brewing company, has announced a €20 million ($21.6 million) investment in its factory in Herford, Rhineland-Palatinate, according to …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Europe, Manufacture & Distribution, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

USA: Kellogg and Six Star collaborate on whey protein powder

May 23, 2023

Food giant Kellogg and sports nutrition firm Iovate Health Sciences have collaborated on the launch of new whey protein powders whose flavours …

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Health & Beauty, North America, Products
1 MIN READ

USA: MGP Ingredients to acquire Penelope Bourbon

May 22, 2023

MGP Ingredients, a leading provider of distilled spirits, branded spirits, and food ingredient solutions, has announced that its subsidiary Luxco  has reached …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

Look Ahead: Peggy Davies, PLMA – World of Private Label 2023

May 19, 2023

Gama spoke to Peggy Davies, PLMA President, ahead of the latest edition of PLMA – World of Private Label.   What are …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Europe, Food, Health & Beauty, Household Care, Non-Alcoholic Drinks, Tradeshows
1 MIN READ

France: Auchan expands retail footprint to Algeria

May 19, 2023

French retailer Auchan has announced the opening of it first store in Algeria, with doors expected to open in Q4 of this …

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Europe, Manufacture & Distribution, Retail
1 MIN READ

USA: Coca-Cola to build Fairlife facility in New York state

May 18, 2023

Multinational beverage firm Coca-Cola has announced plans to build a new facility in upstate New York to produce Fairlife branded products. In …

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Food, Non-Alcoholic Drinks, North America
1 MIN READ

India: ITC launches Fruits ‘N Bits fruit beverage line

May 17, 2023

ITC, the leading Indian conglomerate, has announced the debut of Fruits ‘N Bits, a line of fruit beverages that are claimed to …

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Asia Pacific, Non-Alcoholic Drinks, Products
1 MIN READ

Brazil: Heineken to invest R$1.5 billion to expand premium beer lines

May 15, 2023

Multinational Dutch brewer Heineken has announced that the company is to invest R$1.5 billion ($243 million) to expand its premium beer operations …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Latin America, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

Germany: Sofidel acquires household paper firm Hakle

May 12, 2023

Italian firm Sofidel, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of household paper products, has announced the acquisition of German peer Hakle for …

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Europe, Household Care, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Netherlands: Spar enters Latin America

May 11, 2023

Dutch convenience retailer Spar has announced its first foray into the Latin American market with the opening of an outlet located in …

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Europe, Manufacture & Distribution, Retail
1 MIN READ

Australia: Kirin acquires supplement firm Blackmores

May 10, 2023

Japanese brewer Kirin has announced the acquisition of Blackmores, an Australian vitamin and supplement producer, in a deal worth $1.2 billion. According …

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Asia Pacific, Health & Beauty, Mergers & Acquisitions, Non-Alcoholic Drinks, Pet Care
1 MIN READ

Brazil: Mondelez invests R$1 billion

May 9, 2023

FMCG giant Mondelez has announced that the company is planning to invest R$1 billion ($200 million) in Brazil, a 70% increase on …

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Food, Latin America, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

Brazil: Ype opens new manufacturing and distribution centre

May 5, 2023

Brazilian household care firm Ype has announced the opening of a new manufacturing plant and distribution centre located in Itapissuma, Pernambuco state, …

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Household Care, Latin America, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

USA: Mondelez opens global snack, confectionery R&D innovation centre

May 2, 2023

FMCG giant Mondelez has announced the opening of its new global research & development (R&D) innovation centre in the US state of …

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Food, Manufacture & Distribution, North America
1 MIN READ

Tradeshow Insight: Food & Drink Expo 2023

May 1, 2023

This April, thousands of delegates descended on the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham, as stakeholders from across the hospitality, manufacturing, grocery …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Europe, Food, Non-Alcoholic Drinks, Tradeshows
2 MIN READ

USA: JM Smucker to complete sale of pet food brands to Post Holdings

April 28, 2023

US-based food and beverage company JM Smucker has announced the closing of a transaction to sell several pet food brands to Post …

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Mergers & Acquisitions, North America, Pet Care
1 MIN READ

USA: Coborn’s to acquire Sullivan’s Foods stores

April 25, 2023

US retailer Coborn’s has announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Sullivan’s Foods grocery stores and other retail units in Illinois, …

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Mergers & Acquisitions, North America, Retail
1 MIN READ

Denmark: Scandinavian Tobacco Group acquires XQS

April 24, 2023

Scandinavian Tobacco Group, the leading tobacco firm, has announced the acquisition of XQS International, a maker of tobacco alternative products. The transaction …

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Europe, Mergers & Acquisitions, Tobacco
1 MIN READ

Tradeshow Insight: Natural & Organic Products Europe 2023

April 23, 2023

London’s ExCel exhibition centre played host to yet another showcase of global innovation in mid April, as Natural & Organic Products Europe …

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Europe, Food, Non-Alcoholic Drinks, Tradeshows
1 MIN READ

USA: Hershey to acquire two facilities from Weaver Popcorn

April 21, 2023

US confectionery firm Hershey has announced the acquisition of two manufacturing facilities from Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing, a leader in popcorn production. In …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

Germany: Tegut to take over organic supermarket chain Basic

April 19, 2023

German retailer Tegut has announced the acquisition of organic supermarket chain Basic after the latter reportedly ran into financial difficulties. Headquarted in …

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Europe, Mergers & Acquisitions, Retail
1 MIN READ

Australia: Uber Eats expands grocery delivery footprint with Coles tie-up

April 17, 2023

Uber Eats, the food courier company, is partnering with retailer Coles to establish a grocery delivery service across Australia, according to a report …

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Asia Pacific, Manufacture & Distribution, Retail
1 MIN READ

Brazil: McCain to acquire remaining stake in Forno de Minas

April 14, 2023

Potato and frozen food producer McCain has announced the acquisition of a further 51% stake in Brazilian pao de queijo (‘cheese bread’) …

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Food, Latin America, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Argentina: Savencia Fromage & Dairy acquires Sucesores de Alfredo Williner

April 13, 2023

French dairy firm Savencia Fromage & Dairy has announced the acquisition of Sucesores de Alfredo Williner, one of the major players in …

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Food, Latin America, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

USA: Edrington becomes major shareholder of Wyoming Whiskey

April 12, 2023

Edrington, a UK-based spirit producer has announced the acquisition of an additional stake in US firm Wyoming Whiskey, increasing its shareholding from …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

Look Ahead: Giorgio Rigali, Food & Drink Expo 2023

April 11, 2023

Gama spoke to Giorgio Rigali, Head of Communications, ahead of the latest edition of Food & Drink Expo.     What are your …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Europe, Food, Non-Alcoholic Drinks, Tradeshows
3 MIN READ

Germany: Zur Muhlen Gruppe to acquire Eberswalder

April 11, 2023

Zur Muhlen Gruppe, a leading European business in the meat industry, is set to acquire Eberswalder, a manufacturer of sausage products based in …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Russia: Kraft Heinz to sell baby food business

April 6, 2023

FMCG giant Kraft Heinz has reached an agreement to sell its baby food business in Russia to Chernogolovka, a domestic food and …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Spain: Blady Gros acquires canned fish firm Grupo Cerdeimar

April 5, 2023

Blady Gros, the holding company behind fish processor Blady Tuna Market, has reached a deal to acquire a majority stake in Grupo Cerdeimar, a …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Germany: Dr. Oetker agrees deal for pizza snack maker Galileo

April 3, 2023

Dr. Oetker, the leading food manufacturer, has announced its intention to acquire Galileo, a maker of frozen pizza snacks based in the …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Spain: Kerry opens innovation centre in Barcelona

March 31, 2023

Global food manufacturer Kerry Group has announced the opening of its Southern Europe Innovation Centre in Barcelona, Spain to create new food …

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Food, Manufacture & Distribution, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

USA: New Belgium Brewing to acquire brewery from Constellation Brands

March 30, 2023

US craft brewer New Belgium Brewing has announced that the company has reached an agreement to purchase a manufacturing brewery in Daleville …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Manufacture & Distribution, North America
1 MIN READ

Brazil: Mars to discontinue rice brands

March 29, 2023

FMCG giant Mars has announced plans to discontinue its rice brands Uncle Ben’s and Raris in Brazil, with products being gradually withdrawn …

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Food, Latin America, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

France: Carrefour planning up to 18 stores under Potager City banner

March 28, 2023

Carrefour, the leading French supermarket chain, is planning to open up to 18 local stores under the Potager City banner by the …

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Europe, Manufacture & Distribution, Retail
1 MIN READ

Tradeshow Insight: IFE, International Food & Drink Event 2023

March 27, 2023

Staged alongside IFE Manufacturing and Hotel, Restaurant & Catering (HRC), the 2023 edition of IFE, International Food & Drink Event welcomed more …

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Europe, Food, Non-Alcoholic Drinks, Tradeshows
2 MIN READ

USA: Dole unveils dried fruit snack range

March 24, 2023

Dole, the leading fruit processor, has announced the launch of Good Crunch, a dried fruit snack that promises “an ultra-craveable crunch”. Available as …

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Food, North America, Products
1 MIN READ

UK: Sainsbury’s launches laundry detergent in cartons

March 23, 2023

Sainsbury’s, the UK grocery retailer, has announced what it claims is a UK first, with the launch of a new line of …

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Europe, Household Care, Packaging, Products, Retail
1 MIN READ

Look Ahead: Sabine Schommer, ISM 2023

March 23, 2023

Gama spoke to Sabine Schommer, Director of ISM, ahead of the latest edition of the confectionery and snacks tradeshow.   What are your expectations …

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Europe, Food, Tradeshows
4 MIN READ

USA: Pernod Ricard to acquire majority stake in Skrewball whiskey

March 22, 2023

Wine and spirits multinational Pernod Ricard has announced that the company has signed an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Skrewball, …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

USA: Tillamook to open new ice cream facility in Illinois

March 21, 2023

Farmer-owned dairy co-operative Tillamook has announced plans to open a new ice cream manufacturing facility in Decatur (IL), in 2024. Tillamook currently …

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Food, Manufacture & Distribution, North America
1 MIN READ

France: Picard to open 20 ‘new concept’ stores in 2023

March 20, 2023

French frozen food retailer Picard has announced plans to open 20 new franchise stores in 2023, incorporating the “Bienvenue en cuisine” (“Welcome …

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Europe, Food, Manufacture & Distribution, Retail
1 MIN READ

Canada: McCain to invest C$600 million in Alberta facility

March 17, 2023

Canada-based potato processor McCain has announced an investment of C$600 million (approx. $436.73 million) to double the size and workforce of its processing …

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Food, Manufacture & Distribution, North America
1 MIN READ

Ireland: BWG Foods to expand Spar, Eurospar chains

March 16, 2023

BWG Foods, the Irish retail and consumer goods congolmerate, has announced plans to open 60 new Spar and Eurospar stores in Ireland …

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Retail
1 MIN READ

USA: Nestle to launch dairy alternative made from broad beans

March 15, 2023

FMCG giant Nestle has announced plans to launch a new plant-based milk alternative in the US made from a blend of oat …

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Food, North America, Products
1 MIN READ

USA: Amazon to reportedly shutter eight Amazon Go stores

March 10, 2023

US-based retailer Amazon has announced that the company is closing eight of its Amazon Go physical convenience stores, according to a report …

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Manufacture & Distribution, North America, Retail
1 MIN READ

Spain: Pascual starts dairy production in Africa

March 9, 2023

Spanish dairy firm Pascual has set up its first manufacturing unit in Africa, producing and marketing milk for the Angolan market. According …

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Europe, Food, Manufacture & Distribution, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

Look Ahead: Philippa Christer, IFE 2023

March 8, 2023

Gama spoke to Philippa Christer, event director, ahead of the latest edition of IFE, International Food & Drink Event.   What are your expectations …

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Europe, Food, Non-Alcoholic Drinks, Tradeshows
2 MIN READ

USA: Altria Group to buy e-cigarette firm NJOY

March 7, 2023

Altria, the multinational tobacco firm, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire e-cigarette company NJOY Holding for about $2.75 billion in cash. …

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Mergers & Acquisitions, North America, Tobacco
1 MIN READ

USA: Sweet Harvest Foods acquires Sweet River Honey

March 6, 2023

Sweet Harvest Foods, the self-proclaimed leader in the US natural sweetener industry, has announced the acquisition of Sweet River Honey, a honey …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

UK: Pembrokeshire Creamery invests in new plant

March 3, 2023

UK-based dairy firm Pembrokeshire Creamery has announced that the company is investing in its first manufacturing facility, a milk processing site in …

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Europe, Food, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

USA: Danone to expand Jacksonville facility to meet RTD coffee, creamer demand

March 2, 2023

FMCG giant Danone has announced plans to invest up to $65 million over the next two years to create a new bottle …

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Manufacture & Distribution, Non-Alcoholic Drinks, North America
1 MIN READ

Germany: Muller to sell Tuffi brand, license Landliebe to allay anti-trust concerns

March 1, 2023

Muller, the leading Germany dairy firm, is to divest the Tuffi brand of milk and cheese products to a third party dairy company. The sale …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Finland: Fazer to discontinue dairy business at Koria factory

February 28, 2023

Fazer, the leading Finnish food group, has announced it will be ceasing dairy production at the Koria factory in southern Finland by …

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Europe, Food, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

Saudi Arabia: Almarai acquires International Dairy and Juice stake from PepsiCo

February 27, 2023

Saudi Arabia based dairy firm Almarai has recently announced the purchase of a 48% stake in International Dairy and Juice from FMCG …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, Middle East & Africa, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

Lentils muscle into breakfast foods

February 27, 2023

The latest innovation insight from Gama Compass MANCHESTER – 27th February 2023: This month, Gama turns its gaze towards continued advances in on-the-go …

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Food, Innovations, North America
2 MIN READ

USA: Tyson Foods to acquire Williams Sausage Company

February 24, 2023

US multinational food firm Tyson Foods has announced that the company has signed an agreement to purchase Williams Sausage Company,  a producer …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

India: Hindustan Unilever to sell Annapurna and Capitan Cook brands

February 23, 2023

Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL), Unilever’s Indian subsidiary, has announced it has sold its atta and salt business under the Annapurna and Capital …

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Asia Pacific, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Portugal: Dia studying exit with Minipreco sale – reports

February 22, 2023

Spanish retailer Dia is exploring the possibility of selling its business in Portugal, where it operates under the Minipreco banner, according to …

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Europe, Mergers & Acquisitions, Retail
1 MIN READ

Mexico: Casa Maestri to acquire Bellagave Infused Tequila

February 21, 2023

Mexican tequila distillery Casa Maestri is to acquire Bellagave Infused Tequila, a 100% blue agave tequila brand, for an undisclosed sum, according …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Latin America, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Germany: CCEP to invest in production line for reusable bottles

February 20, 2023

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has announced an investment of over €40 million ($43 million) in a new production line at its factory …

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Europe, Manufacture & Distribution, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

Australia: V2food to close Wodonga plant

February 17, 2023

Plant-based firm V2food has announced that it plans to close its manufacturing facility in Wodonga Australia, with production transitioning to other facilities …

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Asia Pacific, Food, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

USA: Morinaga Nutritional Foods to buy Tofurky and Moocho

February 15, 2023

Morinaga Nutritional Foods, a US-based manufacturer of soya and dairy products, has announced the acquisition of the Tofurky and Moocho plant-based brands …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

Brazil: Diageo opens new distribution centre

February 14, 2023

Alcoholic drinks firm Diageo has announced the opening of a new distribution centre in the city of Extrema in Brazil’s Minais Gerais …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Latin America, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

UK: Serious Sweets Company acquires Mallow & Marsh

February 13, 2023

UK confectionery firm Serious Sweets Company has announced the acquisition of Mallow & Marsh, a producer of handmade marshmallow products. Serious Sweets …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Look Ahead: Danila Brunner, Biofach 2023

February 13, 2023

Gama spoke to Danila Brunner, Director of Biofach / Vivaness, ahead of the latest edition of the organic consumer goods tradeshow.   What …

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Europe, Food, Health & Beauty, Non-Alcoholic Drinks, Tradeshows
3 MIN READ

‘Plant-based’ the new ‘vegetarian’ as meat-free claims evolve

February 13, 2023

Insight by Gama Compass  MANCHESTER – 13th February 2023: Plant-based claims have overtaken vegetarian claims in new food and drink launches for the …

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Food, Insight by Gama Compass, Press
2 MIN READ

Look Ahead: Marina Calheiros, Lisbon Food Affair 2023

February 10, 2023

Gama spoke to Marina Calheiros, Coordinating Manager, ahead of the inaugural edition of Lisbon Food Affair.     What is the rationale and the …

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Europe, Food, Tradeshows
5 MIN READ

Mexico: Unilever to build personal care manufacturing plant

February 10, 2023

FMCG multinational Unilever has announced plans to build a new manufacturing facility in the state of Nuevo Leon, in North Mexico. According …

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Health & Beauty, Latin America, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

UK: Europe Snacks acquires Burts Snacks

February 9, 2023

Burts Snacks, the firm behind the Burts brand of upscale crisps, has been acquired by Europe Snacks, the self-proclaimed leading pan-European private-label …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

France: Danone inaugurates R&D centre for “products of the future”

February 8, 2023

Danone, the French consumer goods giant, has inaugurated its new Daniel Carasso Research & Innovation Center in Paris with the aim of creating …

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Europe, Food, Manufacture & Distribution, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

USA: CVS Pharmacy launches own brand line of “self-care staples”

February 7, 2023

CVS Pharmacy, the US personal care and drugstore chain, has announced the launch of over 200 own brand “self care staples” under …

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Health & Beauty, North America, Products, Retail
1 MIN READ

South Korea: Philip Morris International to extend collaboration with KT&G

February 6, 2023

Philip Morris International (PMI), the leading tobacco firm, has announced it will be continuing its partnership with South Korean tobacco and nicotine …

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Asia Pacific, Mergers & Acquisitions, Tobacco
1 MIN READ

Ireland: Dole to sell fresh vegetables division to Chiquita

February 3, 2023

Dole, a global leader in fresh produce, has announced it has entered into an agreement to sell its fresh vegetables division to …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

USA: Milo’s expands production to South Carolina

February 2, 2023

Milo’s, an Alabama-based firm that manufactures, distributes, markets and sells ice teas and lemonades throughout the USA, has announced plans to build …

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Manufacture & Distribution, Non-Alcoholic Drinks, North America
1 MIN READ

USA: Danone exploring potential sale of organic dairy brands

February 1, 2023

Danone, the French consumer goods giant, has announced it is exploring strategic options, including a potential sale, for its organic dairy activity in …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

Mexico: Grupo Bimbo acquires Romanian bakery firm Vel Pitar

January 31, 2023

Grupo Bimbo has reached an agreement to acquire Romania’s largest bakery firm Vel Pitar, thus adding a new market to its portfolio, …

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Food, Latin America, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

‘Ice cube’ soup hones in on convenience, waste-free benefits

January 31, 2023

The latest innovation insight from Gama Compass MANCHESTER – 31st January 2023: This month’s Innovation Insight spotlights a new launch aiming to ally the …

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Europe, Food, Innovations
2 MIN READ

Germany: Korch and Hermann Wein announce merger

January 30, 2023

German meat producers Radeberger Fleisch- und Wurstwaren Korch (Korch) and Hermann Wein have announced the two businesses are to combine, according to a …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

France: Discount retailer Toujust to make debut

January 27, 2023

Toujust, a new French grocery retailer, is planning to make its debut in the first quarter of this year, promising prices that …

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Europe, Retail
1 MIN READ

UK: Sainsbury’s partners with Just Eat for deliveries

January 26, 2023

UK based supermarket retailer Sainsbury’s has signed a partnership agreement with takeaway food app Just Eat for rapid grocery deliveries. According to …

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Europe, Manufacture & Distribution, Retail
1 MIN READ

Germany: AsCom Confection acquires Bodeta

January 25, 2023

German chewing gum manufacturer AsCom Confection has taken over confectionery producer Bodeta after the latter had filed for insolvency, according to a …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Italy: Latteria Soresina to acquire Fratelli Oioli

January 24, 2023

Latteria Soresina, the leading Italian dairy cooperative, has announced the acquisition of Fratelli Oioli, a dairy company specialising in the production of …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Manchester to host global gathering of food & drink innovators

January 23, 2023

MANCHESTER – 23rd January 2023: Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) suppliers, retailers, and other industry stakeholders are today being invited to connect with like-minded …

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Press
2 MIN READ

Canada: Bimbo to invest in tortilla production line

January 23, 2023

Bakery firm Bimbo has announced it plans to invest C$15 million ($11.2 million) in a new tortilla production line in Hamilton, in …

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Food, Manufacture & Distribution, North America
1 MIN READ

Brazil: General Mills to shutter Parana plant

January 20, 2023

US food giant General Mills has announced that the company will close its manufacturing facility in Cambara, in Brazil’s Parana state. According …

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Food, Latin America, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

USA: P&G acquires haircare brand Mielle Organics

January 19, 2023

Procter & Gamble (P&G), the global personal and homecare firm, has announced the acquisition of Mielle Organics, a US haircare brand that …

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Health & Beauty, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

India: ITC acquires health-forward snack brand Yoga Bar

January 18, 2023

ITC, the leading Indian conglomerate, has announced the acquisition of Sproutlife Foods, the company behind the Yoga Bar brand of cereal and …

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Asia Pacific, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Philippines: Diageo to acquire Don Papa Rum

January 18, 2023

Diageo, the leading alcoholic drinks company, has reached an agreement to acquire Don Papa Rum, a super-premium, dark rum from the Philippines. …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Asia Pacific, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Australia: Endeavour Group to acquire Cape Mentelle Winery

January 17, 2023

Endeavour Group, which claims to be Australia’s leading retail drinks and hospitality business, has announced it has reached an agreement with global …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Asia Pacific, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Ireland: Kerry to sell Sweet Ingredients Portfolio to IRCA for €500 million

January 16, 2023

Global food manufacturer Kerry Group has entered into exclusive negotiations to sell its Sweet Ingredients Portfolio to INCA, an international leader in …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Russia: Magnit to create new discount supermarket – reports

January 13, 2023

Russian retailer Magnit is reportedly planning to open a new discount supermarket chain, according to an article on the Kommersant newspaper. Sources …

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Europe, Food, Manufacture & Distribution, Retail
1 MIN READ

China: Geek Bar to build a new production facility in China

January 12, 2023

E-cigarette brand, known for its disposable vape devices, Geek Bar has made an investment of $146 million in a new production facility …

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Asia Pacific, Manufacture & Distribution, Tobacco
1 MIN READ

Colombia: AB InBev to invest $413million in new Colombia brewery

January 11, 2023

Bavaria, local AB InBev brewer, has announced the investment of $413 million in the construction of a new brewery in the municipality …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Latin America, Manufacture & Distribution
1 MIN READ

USA: Sovos Brands to complete the sale of Birch Benders

January 10, 2023

US-based consumer-packaged food company Sovos Brands has announced that it has completed the divestiture of the pancake & waffle mix brand Birch …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

USA: Silver Bay Seafoods to acquire Orca Bay Foods

January 9, 2023

Fishermen owned company Silver Bay Seafoods has announced the acquisition of food processing company Orca Bay Foods. Both companies formed a joint …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

India: Reliance Consumer Products to create joint venture with Sosyo

January 6, 2023

Reliance Consumer Products has announced the acquisition of 50% equity stake in carbonated soft drink company Sosyo Hajoori Beverages Private. Founded in …

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Asia Pacific, Mergers & Acquisitions, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
1 MIN READ

Denmark: Royal Unibrew to acquire Norrebro Bryghus microbrewery

January 5, 2023

Brewing and beverage company Royal Unibrew has expand its portfolio with the acquisition of the Danish microbrewery Norrebro Bryghus. “We have found …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Europe, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

USA: Benson Hill to sell Fresh business to IMG Enterprises

January 4, 2023

Food tech company Benson Hill has announced the sales of the assets related to its Fresh business in a two-part transaction to …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

Netherlands: Refresco to complete acquisition of alcoholic beverage Avandis

January 3, 2023

Global independent beverage solutions provider Refresco has acquired Avandis, a manufacturer of alcoholic beverages, from cocktails spirits companies Lucas Bols N.V. and …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Europe, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Gama News – October – December 2022

December 30, 2022

The October – December 2022 edition of Gama News is now available. In this edition: o  Innovation Insight: Soupologie Souper Cubes o  Gama Innovation Conference & …

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Magazine
1 MIN READ

Russia: Kellogg to divest Russian operations to snacks maker Chernogolovka

December 30, 2022

Kellogg Co has announced the divestment of its Russian operation to local snacks and drink maker Chernogolovka, joining the list of Western …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

Sweden: Orkla to acquire Swedish confectionery company Bubs Godis

December 29, 2022

Orkla Confectionery & Snacks has acquired confectionery company Bubs Godis. Founded in 1992, Bubs Godis is a manufacturer of vegan sugar confectionery …

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Europe, Food, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

France: Pernod Ricard to acquire majority stake in Cockorico brand

December 28, 2022

Wine and spirits multinational Pernod Ricard has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in start-up Cockorico, a French brand specialising in …

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Alcoholic Drinks, Europe, Mergers & Acquisitions
1 MIN READ

USA: Mars to acquire fruit snack brand Tru Fru

December 23, 2022

Global leader in confectionery, snacking, food, and pet care products and services Mars, Incorporated, has acquired whole-fruit snack brand Tru Fru. Founded …

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Food, Mergers & Acquisitions, North America
1 MIN READ

USA: Mondelez International to sell gum business to Perfetti Van Melle

December 22, 2022

Snack and confectionery multinational Mondelez International has announced that has agreed to sell its gum business in the USA, Canada and Europe …

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USA: Barilla Group to acquire bakery brand Back To Nature

December 21, 2022

Leading Italian food company Barilla Group has announced the acquisition of the bakery brand Back To Nature from B&G Foods. The acquisition …

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Netherlands: Dawn Foods to complete sale of frozen manufacturing business to Europastrys

December 20, 2022

Global bakery manufacturer and distributor Dawn Foods has announced the sale of its frozen bakery manufacturing business Africa, the Middle East, Europe, …

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Brazil: Fonterra and Nestle to sell DPA Brazil joint venture

December 19, 2022

Dairy firm Fonterra and FMCG multinational Nestle have agreed to sell Dairy Partners Americas (DPA) Brazil joint venture to French dairy company …

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Denmark: Rema 1000 to acquire majority of Aldi’s Danish store network

December 16, 2022

Rema 100 Denmark, part of Reitan Retail, has agreed to acquire the majority of German discount grocer Aldi’s grocery store network in …

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India: Hindustan Unilever to invest in health & wellbeing category

December 15, 2022

Hindustan Unilever (HUL), a subsidiary of the multinational consumer goods giant Unilever, has entered the health & wellbeing category through strategic investments …

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USA: Ferrero to acquire ice cream maker Wells

December 14, 2022

Confectionery firm Ferrero Group has announced the acquisition of US ice maker Wells Enterprises as part as Ferrero’s strategy to growth in …

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USA: J.M. Smucker to build new R&D facility

December 13, 2022

US-based food and beverage company The J.M. Smucker Co has announced plans to build a new R&D facility in its Orrville campus …

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Italy: Auricchio acquires 3B Latte

December 12, 2022

Italian cheese producer Auricchio Group has announced the acquisition of 3B Latte, a manufacturer of goat, buffalo and cow’s milk cheese. According …

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UK: Asda to open 300 new convenience stores and create 10,000 new jobs

December 9, 2022

British supermarket chain Asda has announced plans to open 300 Asda Express convenience store and create 10,000 new jobs by the end …

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USA: California Dairies to acquire DairyAmerica

December 8, 2022

Dairy family-owner cooperative in California, California Dairies Inc. (CDI) has acquired DairyAmerica a globally recognised supplier of quality and sustainable dairy ingredients. …

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France: Campari and Moët Hennessy to acquire 100% of Tannico

December 7, 2022

Campari Group and Moët Hennessy has acquired, through their 50-50 joint venture, full ownership of online wine and spirits company Tannico. Founded …

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UK: A.G. Barr to acquire Boost Drinks

December 6, 2022

Soft drink manufacturer A.G. Barr has announced the acquisition of the functional energy drink brand Boost for an initial consideration of £20 …

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USA: Philip Morris International to become majority shareholder of Swedish Match

December 6, 2022

Philip Morris International (PMI) has become the majority shareholder of the leading oral nicotine company Swedish Match. PMI has acquired 93 percent …

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USA: Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits to enter joint venture for Cantera Negra Tequila

December 5, 2022

Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits has entered into a joint venture with Two Sons Imports, owners of Cantera Negra Tequila to acquire …

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India: Barry Callebaut to build a new facility

December 2, 2022

Belgian-Swiss cocoa processor and chocolate manufacturer, Barry Callebaut, has announced the construction of its third chocolate and compound facility in India. The …

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India: Bel Group to enter joint venture with Britannia Industries

December 1, 2022

French dairy producer Bel Group has entered into a joint venture with Britannia Industries to develop, manufacture and sell cheese products in …

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Spain: Magellan & Cheers acquires Perucchi

November 30, 2022

New spirits group Magellan & Cheers has announced the acquisition of Spanish vermouth brand Perucchi. The new group is founded and led …

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France: Lavazza to acquire MaxiCoffee

November 29, 2022

Italian coffee producer Lavazza has reportedly made a binding offer to acquire the French firm MaxiCoffee, owned by the company founder Christophe …

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Saudi Arabia: Nestle to Invest $1.86bn in food industry over 10 years

November 28, 2022

FMCG multinational Nestle has announce the investment of SAR 7 billion (1.86 billion) over the next decade to support business growth. The …

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UK: Danish Crown invests in new factory

November 25, 2022

Denmark-based meat processor Danish Crown has announced the investment in a new bacon factory in Rochdale, Greater Manchester, UK. According to the …

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Chile: Fonterra divests Chile operations

November 24, 2022

Dairy firm Fonterra has announced the divestment of its Chilean Soprole business. According to the company’s press release, the business was sold …

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UK: Asahi to close Dark Star Bewery

November 23, 2022

Japanese drinks giant Asahi Beverages has announced that the company is going to cease operations in its Dark Star brewery in Partridge …

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Switzerland: Philip Morris International to launch Bonds by Iqos

November 22, 2022

Multination tobacco manufacturer Philip Morris International (PMI) has announced the launch of Bonds by Iqos, its latest heat-not-burn tobacco system to be …

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1 MIN READ

USA: Keurig Dr Pepper invests in Athletic Brewing Company

November 21, 2022

Leading beverage company in North America, Keurig Dr Pepper, has announced an investment in Athletic Brewing Company, America’s leading non-alcoholic craft beer …

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Germany: Aldi acquires companies from Altmuehltaler Mineralbrunnen

November 18, 2022

German retailer Aldi Nord has announced the acquisition of some companies from the beverage firm Altmuehltaler Mineralbrunnen Group. According to Aldi’s press …

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USA: American Beverage Corporation acquires Poppilu

November 17, 2022

US-based firm American Beverage Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Harvest Hill Beverage Company, has announced the acquisition of Poppilu, a lemonade brand …

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UK: BAT to invest in Charlotte’s Web

November 16, 2022

Multinational tobacco manufacturer British American Tobacco (BAT) has announced a c.£48.2 million investment in Charlotte’s Web Holdings, a producer of hemp extract …

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USA: Grupo Bimbo to invest $630 million to build two new facilities

November 15, 2022

Multinational Mexican bakery Grupo Bimbo has announced an investment of $630 million to build two new facilities in Georgia and Ohio in …

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USA: Juul to secure funds to avoid bankruptcy

November 14, 2022

Juul Labs has secured an investment from some of its early investors to keep the e-cigarette business operations avoiding the bankruptcy. Juul …

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1 MIN READ

UK: Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company to sell Eagle Brewery

November 11, 2022

Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company (CMBC) has announced plans to sell the Eagle Brewery to its long-term partner, S.A. Damm. Damm is a …

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UK: Butlers Farmhouse Cheeses acquires Parlick

November 10, 2022

Lancashire based cheesemaker Butlers Farmhouse Cheeses has announced the purchase of Parlick, a brand from dairy firm Singletons & Co. According to …

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USA: Ferrero breaks ground on Kinder Bueno facility

November 9, 2022

Global sweet-packaged foods firm Ferrero Group has announced that the company broke ground on its new facility in Bloomington, Illinois. The new …

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USA: Diageo acquires Balcones Distilling

November 8, 2022

Alcoholic drinks firm Diageo has announced the acquisition of leading Texas premium whisky distiller, Balcones Distilling. Balcones Distilling is a craft distiller …

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Mexico: Herdez del Fuerte acquires Inderdeli and Deli, Dips & Snacks

November 7, 2022

Herdes del Fuerte, a joint venture between Grupo Herdez and Mexican conglomerate Grupo Ku, has announced the acquisition of Interdeli and Deli, …

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Japan: JT Group and Altria announce joint venture

November 4, 2022

Leading international tobacco company Japan Tobacco has announced a joint venture between the JT Group, through its subsidiary JTI, and the leading …

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UK: Morrisons to close unprofitable McColl’s stores

November 3, 2022

British supermarket chain Morrisons has announced the closure of 132 McColl’s convenience stores so that the retailer can make a profit in …

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Mexico: Grupo Bimbo to acquire St Pierre Group bakery

November 2, 2022

Mexican bakery giant Grupo Bimbo has announced the acquisition of the UK based bakery St. Pierre Groupe. The deal is expected to …

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Italy: Campari to acquire initial 70% stake in Wilderness Trail Distillery

November 1, 2022

Italian spirit group Campari has reached an agreement to acquire an initial 70% stake in Wilderness Trail Distillery for $420 million, strengthening …

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Spain: Grupo Apex to acquire Pop Up brand

October 31, 2022

Spanish snacking firm Grupo Apex has announced the acquisition of popcorn brand Pop Up from Grupo Bimbo for an undisclosed sum. Grupo …

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UK: Asda to open Asda Express convenience stores

October 26, 2022

Asda, one of Britain’s leading retailers, has announced the launch of convenience stores under the banner Asda Express. According to the company’s …

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France: Remy Cointreau enters perfume market

October 25, 2022

Remy Cointreau, the leading French spirits firm, has announced the launch of a ‘luxurious’ perfume house called Maison Psyche. According to a company …

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USA: Philip Morris International to reach agreement with Altria Group

October 24, 2022

Philip Morris International (PMI) has reached an agreement with Altria Group (Altria) to end the companies’ commercial covering IQOS in the USA. …

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Australia: Minerva Foods acquires Australian Lamb Company

October 24, 2022

Minerva Foods Australia has announced the acquisition of Australian Lamb Company, an Australian meat firm. Minerva Foods Australia, a joint venture of …

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USA: JBS discontinues Planterra Foods

October 20, 2022

Global meat firm JBS has decided to discontinue its US plant-based foods unit Planterra Foods, according to a FoodBev report. The firm …

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Australia: Carman’s acquires Fruit Wise

October 19, 2022

Australian cereal and snacks producer Carman’s has announced the acquisition of family-owned snacks and breakfast foods producer Fruit Wise. According to a …

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USA: Kroger and Albertsons announce merger

October 18, 2022

US retail chains Kroger and Albertsons, currently ranked No. 1 and No. 2 largest supermarket retailers in the country, have announced that …

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USA: Primo Water acquires Crystal Spring Water Company

October 17, 2022

Florida-based Primo Water Corporation has announced the acquisition of all the assets of fellow bottled water producer Crystal Spring Water Company, which …

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USA: Constellation Brands divests a portion of its wine brands

October 13, 2022

Constellation Brands, the leading international beer, wine and spirits firm, has announced that it is divesting part of its mainstream premium wine …

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China: Bubs enters production and distribution agreement for goat milk infant formula

October 12, 2022

Goat milk manufacturer Bubs Australia has announced that it has made an agreement with Heilongjiang Ubeite Dairy Group (HUG) to produce and …

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Australia: Asahi acquires soft drinks firm StrangeLove

October 11, 2022

Japanese drinks giant Asahi has announced the acquisition of Australian soft drinks firm StrangeLove. According to sources, StrangeLove offers a range of …

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Australia: Diageo acquires Mr Black liqueur

October 7, 2022

Alcoholic drinks firm Diageo has announced the acquisition of Mr Black, a premium cold brew coffee liqueur from Australia. In a statement, …

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USA: Hilmar Cheese breaks ground on new facility

October 6, 2022

US based Hilmar Cheese has recently announced that it has broken ground on its new cheese and whey production facility in Dodge …

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Mexico: Cazcabel to open new distillery

October 5, 2022

Tequila producer Cazcabel Tequila has announced plans to open a new $37 million distillery in Mexico in 2023. Located in the Jalisco …

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Spain: Nestle to invest in Girona coffee facility

October 4, 2022

FMCG giant Nestle has announced that it is investing €100 million ($98 million) in a coffee plant in Girona, Spain. According to …

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USA: PepsiCo introduces Pepsi S’mores Collection

October 3, 2022

FMCG giant PepsiCo has launched a limited-edition range of S’mores inspired flavours for its Pepsi cola line in the US. Released on …

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USA: Diageo opens new distillery for Aviation American Gin

September 30, 2022

Diageo’s Aviation American Gin subsidiary has announced the opening of a new Aviation American Gin Distillery and Visitor Center in Portland, USA. According …

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Germany: BAT to acquire minority stake in Sanity Group

September 28, 2022

Multinational tobacco company British American Tobacco (BAT) has announced the acquisition of a non-controlling minority stake in Sanity Group. Founded in 2018, …

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Australia: Coles sells convenience store business

September 28, 2022

Australian retailer Coles Group has announced the sale of its fuel and convenience store business to fuel firm Viva Energy. According to …

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Spain: Mercadona invests in €60 million in logistics platform

September 26, 2022

Spanish retailer Mercadona has made an investment of €60 million ($58.5 million) in its logistics platform in Riba-Roja del Turia, Valencia. According …

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USA: House Foods Holding to acquire Keystone Natural Holdings

September 23, 2022

House Foods Holding USA, a subsidiary of Japan-based House Foods Group, has announced the acquisition of US based Keystone Natural Holdings, described …

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1 MIN READ

USA: AG Olives acquires Bell-Carter Foods

September 22, 2022

AG Olives (Aceitunas Guadalquivir), described as one of the world’s premier olive companies, has announced the purchase of US peer Bell-Carter Foods …

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1 MIN READ

Japan: Coca-Cola to partner with Kirin on immunity drinks

September 20, 2022

Soft drinks giant Coca-Cola is partnering with Japanese beverage firm Kirin to develop functional drinks, according to a Nikkei Asia report. The …

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USA: Kellogg’s introduces Insta-bowls Cereal

September 16, 2022

Food giant Kellogg has announced the launch of Kellogg’s Insta-bowls, a cereal presented in bowls that can be prepared simply by adding …

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1 MIN READ

Portugal: Baker & Baker acquires Peipen

September 14, 2022

Baker & Baker, one of Europe’s leading suppliers of bakery products, has announced the acquisition of Peipen, a pastel de nata (Portuguese …

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USA: Misfits Market to acquire Imperfect Foods

September 12, 2022

US online grocer Misfits Market has announced the purchase of fellow e-commerce firm Imperfect Foods. According to sources, the companies are intended to …

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1 MIN READ

Ireland: Irish Distillers to build new whiskey distillery

September 7, 2022

Irish Distillers, a subsidiary of the French drinks conglomerate Pernod Ricard, has announced plans to build a €250 million ($247.7 million) whiskey …

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1 MIN READ

Brazil: Danone stops producing Bonafont bottled water in Brazil

September 5, 2022

FMCG giant Danone has announced it is ceasing production of Bonafont bottled waters in Brazil, including all of its activities in the Jacutinga …

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Austria: Billa introduces plant-based store concept

September 1, 2022

Austrian retailer Billa, a subsidiary of the Rewe Group, has announced the opening of a store with a plant-based concept called Billa …

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Poland: Netto Poland moves headquarters to Warsaw

August 30, 2022

Polish branch of supermarket chain Netto has announced this week that it is moving its headquarters to Harmony Office Center II in …

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Brazil: PepsiCo sells biscuit assets to Camil Alimentos

August 25, 2022

FMCG giant PepsiCo has agreed to sell a set of biscuit assets to the Brazilian manufacturer Camil Alimentos, according to a Just …

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Australia: Endeavour Group acquires Shingleback Wine

August 24, 2022

Australian alcoholic drinks retailer and hospitality business Endeavour Group has announced the acquisition of Shingleback Wine from McLaren Vale, South Australia. According …

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Australia: Good Drinks Australia acquires Stomping Ground

August 23, 2022

Good Drinks Australia, an independent Australian brewer, has announced the acquisition of Victorian-based brewery Stomping Ground for A$11.5 million ($7.7 million). According …

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Spain: Grupo Apex acquires Viube Foods

August 22, 2022

Spanish-based snacks company Grupo Apex has acquired Spanish Viube Foods, a manufacturer of vegetable crisps. Viube Foods is based in Girona and …

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USA: Eli’s Cheesecake announces expansion

August 19, 2022

Eli’s Cheesecake, a Chicago-based cheesecake and dessert maker, has announced that it is expanding its facility in northwest Chicago by 42,000 sq …

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USA: Treehouse Foods to sell significant part of meal prep business

August 18, 2022

Treehouse Foods, a leading manufacturer and distributor of private label foods and beverages, has announced that it has come to an agreement …

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USA: Coca-Cola launches Dreamworld variety

August 17, 2022

Coca-Cola has announced Dreamworld, the latest offering within its Coca-Cola Creations concept. According to a company press release, Coca-Cola Dreamworld, which also comes …

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USA: V&V Supremo Foods acquires Mill Creek Cheese

August 16, 2022

Hispanic food business V&V Supremo Foods has announced the acquisition of family-owned cheese producer Mill Creek Cheese. V&V Supremo Foods was founded in …

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USA: Del Monte Foods acquires Kitchen Basics

August 11, 2022

Del Monte Foods, the US food company, has announced the acquisition of cooking aids firm Kitchen Basics from McCormick. Kitchen Basics was …

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Thailand: Lotus Bakeries to open new Biscoff plant

August 10, 2022

Belgian biscuit and cake manufacturer Lotus Bakeries has announced an expansion in Thailand, with a new manufacturing plant for the Biscoff brand. …

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1 MIN READ

USA: Colgate-Palmolive to acquire three plants from Red Collar Pet Foods

August 9, 2022

FMCG giant Colgate-Palmolive has announced plans to acquire three dry pet food manufacturing plants in the US from Red Collar Pet Foods …

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1 MIN READ

USA: Kroger announces opening of new fulfilment centre

August 8, 2022

Kroger, one of US’s largest grocery retailers, has announced that they are opening a new Customer Fulfilment Centre in Dallas, Texas, powered …

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France: Bel Group acquires majority stake in Shandong Junjun Cheese

August 5, 2022

French dairy producer Bel Group has announced the acquisition of 70% shares of the Chinese cheesemaker Shandong Junjun Cheese. As well as …

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USA: PepsiCo invests $550 million in Celsius Holdings

August 4, 2022

PepsiCo, the leading US consumer goods firm, has announced a distribution agreement and the acquisition of $550 million stake in energy drink …

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USA: Carolina Foods to open new facility in Pineville

August 3, 2022

Carolina Foods, a bakery and pastry manufacturer, has announced it is building a new manufacturing facility in Pineville, NC. According to sources, the new …

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Italy: Emmi sells 25% stake in Italian cheese firm Ambrosi

August 2, 2022

Swiss dairy firm Emmi has announced the sale of its 25% stake in cheese business Ambrosi in order to focus on “profitable …

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France: Agrial acquires Rochebillard et Blein

August 1, 2022

Agrial, a French agricultural and agrifood co-operative, has announced the acquisition of dry charcuterie producer Rochebillard et Blein. Rochebillard et Blein has …

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Chile: Empresas Carozzi to acquire Lecherias Loncomilla

July 29, 2022

Chilean FMCG manufacturer Empresas Carozzi has entered an agreement to acquire ice cream firm Lecherias Loncomilla. Lecherias Loncomilla, owner of the San …

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UK: Premier Foods to acquire The Spice Tailor

July 28, 2022

UK food manufacturer Premier Foods Plc has announced the acquisition of 100% of The Spice Tailor, a maker of Indian and South East …

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UK: Rollagranola acquires Primrose’s Kitchen’s assets

July 27, 2022

Granola company Rollagranola has bought Primrose’s Kitchen, the UK-based breakfast cereal business that went into liquidation in December 2021. Founded in 2014, …

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USA: PepsiCo announces plant expansion

July 26, 2022

FMCG giant PepsiCo has announced the acquisition of 152 acres of land in the Denver Development Area that will be used for …

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USA: J.M. Smucker sells Red River Cereal to Arva Flour Mills

July 25, 2022

US-based food and beverage company JM Smucker has announced it has sold its breakfast cereal line Red River Cereal to Ontario-based firm …

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China: Yili to open world’s largest dairy industrial park

July 22, 2022

Yili Group has opened the Global Smart Manufacturing Industrial Park and Health Valley in the world in Hohhot, China, including the Chilechuan …

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Japan: BAT to launch Glo Hyper X2 heated tobacco device

July 22, 2022

Multinational tobacco manufacturer British American Tobacco (BAT) has announced the launch of its latest innovation, a state-of-the-art heated tobacco product in Japan. …

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Canada: Royal Unibrew to acquire Amsterdam Brewery

July 21, 2022

Denmark-based brewing and beverage firm Royal Unibrew has announced that it came into an agreement to acquire the entirety of the Toronto-based …

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1 MIN READ

USA: Tyson Foods invests in Mississippi plant

July 20, 2022

US multinational food firm Tyson Foods has announced that the expansion of its Forest, Mississippi plant is now complete. According to sources, …

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USA: Ferrero to build new innovation centre in Chicago

July 19, 2022

Confectionery firm Ferrero North America has announced plans to open a 45,000 sq ft Innovation Centre with Strategic R&D Lab in Chicago’s …

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1 MIN READ

Ireland: Diageo plans to invest in carbon-neutral brewery

July 18, 2022

Alcoholic drinks firm Diageo has announced plans to invest €200 million ($202 million) in Ireland’s first purpose-built carbon neutral brewery in Kildare. …

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USA: Flower Foods invests in Base Culture

July 15, 2022

Flower Foods, one of the main producers of packaged bakery foods in the US, has announced an investment in Base Culture, a …

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Italy: Sperlari Group to acquire Paluani

July 14, 2022

Sperlari Group, the Italian leader in the candy and nougat industry that belongs to the German group Katjes International, has announced the …

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Germany: Kaufland invests in new modern greenhouse

July 13, 2022

German supermarket chain Kaufland has announced that they’re investing on sourcing produce from Germany all year round and thus the firm is …

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Spain: Laumont to build a new production facility

July 12, 2022

Laumont, a company that produced truffles and mushrooms, has announced the construction of a new 4,000 sq. mt facility centre in Tarrega, …

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USA: Splash Beverage Group to acquire 80% stake in Pulpoloco Sangria

July 11, 2022

Splash Beverage Group, owner of leading beverage brands, announced the acquisition of 80% of Pulpoloco Sangria, giving the group control over the …

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Saudi Arabia: Tyson Foods buys stake in Tanmiah Food Company

July 8, 2022

Tyson Foods and Tanmiah Food have signed a strategic partnership in which Tyson Foods will acquire 15% of stakes in Tanmiah subsidiary …

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Egypt: Offer submitted for 90% stake in Domty

July 7, 2022

Arabian Food Industries (Domty) has announced that an offer has been submitted for 90% of the Egypt-based food business by Expedition Investments …

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Thailand: Calbee buys Thailand snacks peer Greenday

July 6, 2022

Japanese snacks business Calbee has acquired a 75% stake in Greenday, a Thailand Based snack maker, for an undisclosed sum. According to …

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Australia: Cooke Seafood increases purchase proposal for Tassal

July 5, 2022

Privately-owned Cooke Inc. (‘Cooke’), parent company of Cooke Aquaculture Inc. has upped its stake proposal to purchase the Tasmanian salmon farmer Tassal …

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Spain: Danone plans to sell factory

July 4, 2022

FMCG giant Danone has announced that they are looking for a buyer for its factory in the north west of Spain, since …

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UK: Lotus Bakeries acquires Peter’s Yard

July 1, 2022

Lotus Bakeries announced the complete acquisition of UK based Peter’s Yard artisanal sourdough business. Peter’s Yard produces a wide range of healthy …

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USA: Maytag Dairy sold to AgCertain Industries

June 30, 2022

Cheese producer Maytag Dairy Farms has been sold to AgCertain Industries, which is owned by private equity firm Midwest Growth Partners since …

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USA: Keurig Dr Pepper acquires non-alcoholic cocktail brand

June 29, 2022

Keurig Dr Pepper have recently announced the acquisition of the non-alcoholic cocktail brand Atypique from Station Agro-Biotech. The agreement made for the …

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Portugal: Jeronimo Martins Group invests in Andfjord Salmon

June 28, 2022

Jeronimo Martins Group has acquired 10.1% (16.8 million euros) of the Norwegian company Andfjord Salmon for sustainable salmon production. “Just a few …

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Canada: Coca Cola to invest in Lower Mainland region

June 27, 2022

Coca Cola Canada Bottling has announced its plans to invest nearly CAD$42 million ($32 million) into the Lower Mainland region’s operations due …

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USA: Kellogg announces plans to split into three companies

June 24, 2022

Food giant The Kellogg Company has recently announced plans to restructure the company by splitting it into three companies in the US. …

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USA: Mondelez International to buy Clif Bar

June 23, 2022

FMCG giant Mondelez has announced plans to buy Clif Bar & Company for $2.9 billion (€2.75 billion), paying additional amounts to the …

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USA: Athletic Brewing opens non-alcoholic brewery

June 22, 2022

US firm Athletic Brewing Company has officially started production at its 50,000 square foot new facility in Milford, Connecticut. Athletic Brewing is …

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Germany: FrieslandCampina sells some of its German portfolio to Muller

June 21, 2022

Dutch dairy multinational FrieslandCampina has announced that they will sell some of their brands and factories in Germany to their local peer …

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Spain: Grupo Vall Companys to buy control of Sada

June 20, 2022

Spain-based meat processor Grupo Vall Companys has closed a deal to buy 75% of local poultry firm Grupo Sada from Netherlands agri-food …

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UK: Minor Figures attracts investment from Danone and Green Monday

June 17, 2022

Uk based Oat-milk business Minor Figures has received a minority investment from Danone Manifesto Ventures (DMV) and Green Monday Group, a plant-based …

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Brazil: M. Dias Branco acquires Jasmine Alimentos

June 16, 2022

Brazilian food manufacturer M. Dias Branco has agreed to acquire the Brazilian division Jasmine Alimentos of French dietary food specialist Nutrition & …

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USA: New Berlin Beverage acquires iced tea maker Minna

June 15, 2022

New Berlin Beverage, a recently founded holding company with a focus on emerging and innovative beverages, has announced the acquisition of Minna, …

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Malaysia: Fraser and Neave plans to acquire Cocoaland

June 14, 2022

Malaysian food and beverage manufacturer Fraser and Neave Holdings is prepared to make moves towards obtaining full ownership of a local peer …

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USA: Atlas Holdings to acquire Foster Farms

June 13, 2022

US based company Atlas Holdings, owner of manufacturing and distribution businesses operating in various sectors, has announced the completion of the acquisition of Foster …

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Chile: Grands Chais de France announces two acquisitions

June 10, 2022

Les Grands Chais de France (GFC) has closed two deals in Chile, marking the French wine group’s entry into South America. According …

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Germany: Katjes Group acquires UK gluten-free firm Genius Foods

June 9, 2022

Germany confectionery company Katjes Group has acquired the UK gluten-free bakery Genius Foods through its venture-capital arm Katjes Greenfood. Founded in 2009, …

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USA: Borgman Capital acquires Dairyfood USA

June 8, 2022

Specialty cheesemaker Dairyfood USA has been acquired by Borgman Capital, a private-equity company, that will merge the business with Gilman Cheese, an …

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India: PepsiCo to invest INR 186 crore to expand operations

June 7, 2022

Food and beverage business, PepsiCo India, has announced plans to invest INR 186 crore ($24 million) to expand its manufacturing facility in …

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UK: Northcoast Seafoods sold to Seafood Connection

June 6, 2022

UK seafood provider Northcoast Seafoods has been sold to a Dutch company Seafood Connection, a subsidiary of Japan’s Maruha Nichiro, for an …

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Poland: Grupa Sokolow builds a new meat processing plant

June 1, 2022

Grupa Sokolow, one of the largest meat producers in Central and Eastern Europe, has opened a new meat processing plant in Sokolow …

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China: Iceland agrees to sell frozen food in JD.com

May 31, 2022

Iceland Foods has signed an agreement to supply its range of frozen food products through the Chinese retailer JD.com. JD.com is one …

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USA: Starbucks sells Evolution Fresh to Bolthouse Farms

May 30, 2022

Starbucks and Bolthouse Farms have entered into a definitive agreement for Bolthouse Farms to acquire brand and business of Evolution Fresh. Evolution …

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USA: General Mills to sell Helper and Suddenly Salad brands to Eagle Foods

May 27, 2022

US giant food General Mills has entered into an agreement with Eagle Foods to sell Helper and Suddenly Salad businesses for a …

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1 MIN READ

Brazil: Nestle Health Science acquires Brazilian plant-based firm Puravida

May 26, 2022

Nestle Health Science agreed to acquire the Brazilian organic, natural, plant-based nutrition and health lifestyle food maker Puravida. The fast-growing brand Puravida …

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Canada: Above Food acquires quinoa producer NorQuin

May 25, 2022

Canadian plant-based food supplier, Above Food, has acquired a local quinoa products supplier Northern Quinoa Production Corp. (NorQuin). NorQuin, is the leading …

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Australia: Lactalis to acquire yogurt firm Jalna

May 24, 2022

Lactalis, the French dairy giant, has confirmed the acquisition of Australia-based yogurt maker Jalna Dairy Foods together with a yogurt production facility …

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Italy: Spar regional operator Aspiag opens logistics hub

May 23, 2022

Aspiag Service, Spar’s regional operator for three Northeastern regions in Italy, has opened a new 18,000 square-metre distribution centre in Emilia-Romagna, Italy. …

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Australia: Hairydog Group buys wholesaler S&P Liquor

May 20, 2022

E-commerce platform Hairydog Group has purchased the wholesaler S&P Liquor Group, which includes the retailer Liquor Emporium, for an undisclosed sum. According …

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USA: Vital Farms to expand Egg Central Station facility

May 19, 2022

Vital Farms, a Certificated B Corporation with an offering of ethically produced food, has announced the expansion of Egg Central Station, its …

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USA: General Mills acquires TNT Crust from Peak Rock Capital

May 18, 2022

US food giant General Mills has announced the acquisition of TNT Crust, a manufacturer of high-quality frozen pizza crusts for pizza chains, …

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Italy: Campari acquires Picon aperitif

May 17, 2022

Italian company Campari Group, owner of Aperol, has acquired the French aperitif Picon from Diageo for €119 million ($125.5 million). Created in …

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USA: Mondelez sell Halls and gum business

May 16, 2022

Mondelez International, snack and confectionery multinational, announced the divestment of its market gum, and global Halls business. According to sources, included in …

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USA: Sargento Foods acquires Baker Cheese Factory

May 13, 2022

Cheese maker Sargento Foods has acquired the Wisconsin-based Baker Cheese Factory, due to the increasing demand for more convenient on-the-go dairy products. …

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South Africa: Kerry Group to open taste manufacturing facility

May 12, 2022

Irish nutrition company Kerry Group, has recently announced the opening of the largest and most advanced taste manufacturing plant the group has …

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UK: Morrisons buys McColl’s convenience stores

May 11, 2022

British supermarket chain Morrisons, owned by the US private equity group Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, was selected ahead of Asda owners’ in …

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China: Danone sells investments in Mengniu Partnership and acquires Dumex

May 10, 2022

FMCG giant Danone has announced the sale of its 25% remaining stakes in Yashili to Mengniu and the 20% of its holds …

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Portugal: Aldi opens its largest distribution centre

May 9, 2022

German discounter Aldi invested €60 million ($63.2 million) in the opening of a 57,000-square-metre distribution centre located in Moita, Portugal. According to …

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India: Adani Wilmar acquires rice brand Kohinoor

May 5, 2022

India based food firm, Adani Wilmar, has announced the acquisition of the rice brand Kohinoor from McCormick Switzerland GMBH. According to sources, …

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Canada: Barry Callebaut to open new factory

May 4, 2022

Belgian-Swiss cocoa processor and chocolate manufacturer, Barry Callebaut, announced plans to build a new specialty factory in Ontario, Canada. According to the …

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USA: Utz Brands buys plant from Benestar Brands

May 3, 2022

US based salted snack manufacturer Utz Brands has announced that they have purchased a brand-new manufacturing facility in North Carolina from Benestar …

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USA: Jack Link’s to invest $450 million in Georgia expansion

May 2, 2022

US based meat snack company Jack Link’s has announced plans to expand with a new manufacturing plant in Perry, Georgia. According to …

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USA: Mondelez to buy Ricolino from Grupo Bimbo

April 29, 2022

Mondelez International, snack and confectionery multinational, has agreed to pay US$1.3bn for the Mexican confectionery business Ricolino from bakery firm Grupo Bimbo. …

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USA: Mars to open new R&D hub in Chicago

April 28, 2022

Global confectionery giant Mars Wrigley has announced new investment for an approximately $40 million research and development hub that will be adjacent …

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Canada: Simply Better Brands and Jones Soda to merge

April 27, 2022

Plant Based and holistic wellness firm Simply Better Brands Corp. and Jones Soda Co, manufacturer and distributor of premium craft beverages, have …

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USA: Patriot Pickle acquires Farm Ridge Foods

April 26, 2022

US firm Patriot Pickle, a company by private equity firm Swander Pace Capital, has announced the acquisition of the pickle business from …

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USA: Tyson Foods to invest $208m in rendering facility in Alabama

April 25, 2022

US multinational food firm Tyson Foods is investing $208 million in a new facility in Hanceville, Alabama, closed to the company’s last …

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UK: Windmill Organics assumes control of Machandel

April 22, 2022

Netherlands based firm Machandel has sold its 40% share in the business to UK based food firm Windmill Organics, which has owned …

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Germany: Nestle to acquire majority stake in Ankerkraut

April 21, 2022

Nestle has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in the German innovative spice mixes maker Ankerkraut, as the European private-equity firm …

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UK: Kestrel Foods acquires Just Live a Little Granola

April 20, 2022

Northern Irish food manufacturer Kestrel Foods has announced the acquisition of non-HFSS granola brand, Just Live a Little Granola. Just Live a …

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USA: Constellation Brands buys remaining stake in Austin Cocktails

April 19, 2022

Constellation Brands, a leading beverage alcohol company has acquired the remaining interest in ready-to-drink cocktail company, Austin Cocktails, from Austin, Texas. The …

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Canada: Taylor Farms opens new facility

April 18, 2022

Leading North American producer of salads and healthy fresh foods, Taylor Farms, has announced the opening of a new facility in Toronto, …

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USA: Mars Wrigley invests $175 million in manufacturing facility

April 14, 2022

Global confectionery giant Mars Wrigley has announced the investment of $175 million in the expansion of its chocolate manufacturing facility in Kansas. …

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UK: Post-Holdings acquires Lacka Foods

April 13, 2022

UK-based Post Holdings, Weetabix breakfast cereal maker, has acquired UFit protein shakes brand owner Lacka Foods. Founded in 2012, Lacka Foods manufactures …

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UK: Diageo acquires 21Seeds

April 12, 2022

Alcoholic drinks firm Diageo has announced the acquisition of 21Seeds, a rapidly growing flavoured tequila infused with real fruit juice brand. According …

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Germany: Lactalis to acquire BMI dairy assets

April 11, 2022

French dairy company Lactalis has entered into an agreement to acquire dairy businesses and brands of German company Bayerische Milchindustrie eG (BMI). …

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Australia: Proper Crisps opens new manufacturing plant

April 8, 2022

Proper Crisps, a New Zealand crisps brand, has announced the opening of a new manufacturing plant in Yarra Valley, near Melbourne, to …

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Japan: Maruha Nichiro invests in Happi Foodi

April 7, 2022

Maruha Nichiro, a seafood processor, has announced that it has invested in US based frozen-food business Happi Foodi. Happi Foodi, which was …

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USA: Coca-Cola launches pixel flavoured drink

April 6, 2022

Soft drinks giant Coca-Cola has announced the launch of Coca-Cola Zero Sugar Bite, the second drink from Coca-Cola Creations and the first …

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UK: Fox’s Biscuits and Burton’s Biscuits to merge

April 5, 2022

UK based biscuit companies Fox’s Biscuits and Burton’s Biscuits, owned by Ferrero, are merging into a single business called Fox’s Burton’s Companies …

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UK: Lidl to open the largest Distribution Centre in Luton

April 4, 2022

German discount retailer Lidl has announced that it is opening a distribution centre in Luton, UK. The construction of the new 1.2million …

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South Korea: Diageo to sell Windsor business to Bayside/Metis

April 1, 2022

UK based multinational firm Diageo, producer of alcoholic beverages, has announced the agreement to sell its premium Scotch whisky brand, Windsor, to …

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South Africa: Tiger Brands to invest in Herbivore Earthfoods

March 31, 2022

South African consumer goods firm Tiger Brands has announced the investment in Herbivore Earthfoods, a producer of plant-based and vegan products. According …

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USA: Local Bounti acquires Hollandia Produce Group

March 30, 2022

US based Indoor farming company Local Bounti has announced that it is acquiring the rival indoor farming company Hollandia Produce Group for …

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UK: 2 Sisters Food Group acquires Banham Poultry

March 29, 2022

UK chicken giant 2 Sisters Food Group has recently acquired British poultry producer Banham Poultry. According to sources, the Competition and Markets …

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UK: PZ Cussons acquires Childs Farm

March 28, 2022

Consumer goods firm PZ Cussons has announced the acquisition of Childs Farm, the UK’s leading baby and children’s personal care brand. According …

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Canada: Walmart to build high-tech fulfillment centre

March 25, 2022

US-based retailer Walmart Canada is investing over $118 million to build a high-tech fulfillment centre in Alberta, Canada. According to sources, the …

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France: Coca-Cola invests in manufacturing site

March 24, 2022

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners has announced an investment of €30 million ($32 million) to create a new production line in its manufacturing facility …

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USA: Goode Partners to invest $30 million in Jocko Fuel

March 23, 2022

Private equity firm Goode Partners has announced a minority investment of $30 million in Jocko Fuel a provider of premium sport and …

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Canada: Diageo to build carbon-neutral Crown Royal distillery in Ontario

March 22, 2022

Diageo, the leading alcoholic drinks company, has announced the opening of a CAD$245 million ($194million) carbon neutral distillery in Ontario to support the …

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Poland: Ocado to partner with Auchan Poland to develop online business

March 22, 2022

Digital grocery specialist Ocado has announced its partnership with Auchan Poland to help the retailer develop the online business using the Ocado …

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USA: Nestle to invests $675 million to build a factory in Arizona

March 21, 2022

Nestle USA has announced an investment of $675 million to build a new factory in Glendale Arizona to meet the growing demand …

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USA: LT Foods to acquire Golden Star Trading

March 21, 2022

Global food company LT Foods through its subsidiary LT Foods Americas has acquired a 51% controlling stake in Golden Star Trading Inc. …

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India: Fonterra and Future Consumer end partnership

March 18, 2022

New Zealand dairy firm Fonterra and Indian food-led FMCG company Future Consumer have agreed to end their dairy joint venture in India. …

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USA: PepsiCo to invest $260 million to expand facility in Georgia

March 17, 2022

PepsiCo, the global snacks and drinks giant, has announced the investment of $260 million in its manufacturing facility in the city of …

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Netherlands: Group of Butchers to acquire Menken Keuken

March 16, 2022

The market-leading provider of premium artisanal meat products, Group of Butchers, has announced the acquisition of Menken Keuken. The acquisition will allow …

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UK: Real Drinks Group to acquire Beer Britannia

March 15, 2022

Real Drinks Group, known for bringing its innovative drinks to the market, has acquired the UK beer specialist distributor Beer Britannia for …

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UK: Little Moons sells minority stake to L Catterton European fund

March 14, 2022

Little Moons company, a family-run ice cream premium company, has sold a significant minority shareholding to private-equity firm L Catterton, for an …

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Israel: Carrefour to enter Israel in partnership with Electra Consumer Product

March 11, 2022

Global retail giant Carrefour has announced a partnership with Electra Consumer Products and its subsidiary Yenot Bitan as part of its expansion …

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