UK: Pricecheck acquires personal care brands Harmony, Amplex and Rapport
Pricecheck, the Sheffield-based international wholesaler and distributor, has completed the acquisition of three heritage personal care brands to strengthen its position as a brand owner. The deal sees Pricecheck take full ownership of hair styling brand Harmony, deodorant and antiperspirant line Amplex, and the men’s fragrance Rapport. Having served as the exclusive distributor for these […]
USA: Refresco to acquire SunOpta in $1.1 billion deal
Refresco, the Netherlands-based beverage solutions giant, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SunOpta, the North American plant-based food and drink specialist, in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $1.1 billion. Under the terms of the agreement, Refresco will pay $6.50 per share for the Eden Prairie (MN) headquartered firm, which represents a significant premium […]
Tradeshow Look Ahead: Angelika Bauer, EVO NXT 2026
Gama spoke to Angelika Bauer, Deputy Managing Director of Messe Dortmund, ahead of the latest edition of EVO NXT. What are your expectations for EVO NXT 2026? The concept of EVO NXT is driven by providing space for intensive exchange – for exhibiting companies and trade visitors alike. It is also built on the transfer […]
Tradeshow Look Ahead: Federico Bricolo, Vinitaly 2026
Gama spoke to Federico Bricolo, President of Veronafiere, ahead of the latest edition of Vinitaly. What are your main goals for the 58th Vinitaly, especially as regards international attendance and B2B involvement? Vinitaly is the only international event dedicated entirely to the Italian wine sector – a key strength of the Show in Verona, yet […]
USA: Agrolimen acquires fresh dog food brand Ollie
Agrolimen, the Spanish food and pet care group, has announced the acquisition of Ollie, a New York-based fresh, human-grade dog food brand. Although financial terms were not officially disclosed, sources familiar with the transaction suggested the deal values the brand at over $600 million. Founded in 2016, Ollie operates a direct-to-consumer subscription model, utilizing national […]
USA: Smithfield Foods to shutter Massachusetts plant
Smithfield Foods, the US-based pork and packaged meats giant, has confirmed it will close its dry sausage production facility in Springfield (MA) in August. The move is expected to impact approximately 190 employees, with layoffs scheduled to take place between April and September. According to the company, production from the Springfield site will be transferred to […]
Brazil: JBS to invest $150 million in Oman multi-protein hub
JBS, the Brazilian meat processing giant, has announced a $150 million investment to establish a major multi-protein production platform in Oman. Through a joint venture with Oman Food Capital (OFC), the agri-food investment arm of the Oman Investment Authority, JBS has acquired an 80% stake in a new holding company that consolidates two significant production […]
Germany: Fini acquires Tri d’Aix
Fini, the Spanish confectionery giant, has acquired Tri d’Aix, a German firm specialising in the sales and distribution of sweets, for an undisclosed sum. The transaction involves the acquisition of all business and assets of the Alsdorf-based company and follows more than 30 years of close collaboration between the two businesses. Founded in 1991, Tri […]
Search for the world’s best FMCG innovations returns to Manchester: Entries now open for Gama Innovation Awards 2026
MANCHESTER – 12th February 2026: Gama, a global provider of business information and services specializing in FMCG product innovation and international trade, has today officially opened entries for the 11th edition of the Gama Innovation Awards. The Gama Innovation Awards recognise outstanding innovation in the consumer goods space, with winners to be announced at a prestigious awards ceremony that will take place […]
India: Marico acquires majority stake in Cosmix
Marico, the Indian consumer goods giant, has announced it is to acquire a 60% stake in Cosmix Wellness, a digital-first functional wellness brand. The deal, valued at 226 crore INR ($25 million), implies an equity valuation of approximately 375 crore INR ($41.5 million) for the Bengaluru-based firm. Founded in 2019 by Vibha Harish and Soorya […]