India: ITC acquires health-forward snack brand Yoga Bar
ITC, the leading Indian conglomerate, has announced the acquisition of Sproutlife Foods, the company behind the Yoga Bar brand of cereal and snack foods, over the next three to four years. In a press release, ITC said the deal would enable it to further diversify its portfolio and enhance its presence in the ‘good for […]
Philippines: Diageo to acquire Don Papa Rum
Diageo, the leading alcoholic drinks company, has reached an agreement to acquire Don Papa Rum, a super-premium, dark rum from the Philippines. In a press release, Diageo said the acquisition involved an upfront consideration of €260 million ($282 million) with a further potential consideration of up to €177.5 million ($192.5 million) through to 2028 subject […]
Australia: Endeavour Group to acquire Cape Mentelle Winery
Endeavour Group, which claims to be Australia’s leading retail drinks and hospitality business, has announced it has reached an agreement with global alcoholic drinks firm Moet Hennessy to acquire winemaker Cape Mentelle Winery. Located in Western Australia’s Margaret River, Cape Mentelle Winery was established in 1970 as one of the founding five wineries of The […]
China: Geek Bar to build a new production facility in China
E-cigarette brand, known for its disposable vape devices, Geek Bar has made an investment of $146 million in a new production facility as part of its plans of growth in the UK. The facility will be built in the Zhuhai National Hi-Tech Industrial Development District in China’s Guangdong province, and according to sources, the assembly […]
India: Reliance Consumer Products to create joint venture with Sosyo
Reliance Consumer Products has announced the acquisition of 50% equity stake in carbonated soft drink company Sosyo Hajoori Beverages Private. Founded in 1923, Sosyo is a leading company in the soft drink market in India with brands such as Sosyo, Opener, Kashmira, Lemee, Hajoori Soda, Ginlim, Runner and S’eau with over 100 flavours launched in […]
India: Hindustan Unilever to invest in health & wellbeing category
Hindustan Unilever (HUL), a subsidiary of the multinational consumer goods giant Unilever, has entered the health & wellbeing category through strategic investments in Zywie Ventures Private Limited (OZiva) and Nutritionalab Private Limited (Wellbeing Nutrition). OZina is a plant-based and clean label consumer wellness brand focused on lifestyle protein, hair & beauty supplements and women’s health. […]
India: Barry Callebaut to build a new facility
Belgian-Swiss cocoa processor and chocolate manufacturer, Barry Callebaut, has announced the construction of its third chocolate and compound facility in India. The company opened its first facility in India in 2007 and since them Barry Callebaut has continuously invested in the Indian chocolate and cocoa market. Upon completion of the new chocolate factory, India will […]
India: Bel Group to enter joint venture with Britannia Industries
French dairy producer Bel Group has entered into a joint venture with Britannia Industries to develop, manufacture and sell cheese products in India and some other markets. Bel Group will acquire 49% stake of Britannia’s wholly-owned subsidiary Britannia Dairy Private Limited for INR 2.62bn (US$32.1m). “This strategic partnership with Britannia in India is a new […]
Australia: Minerva Foods acquires Australian Lamb Company
Minerva Foods Australia has announced the acquisition of Australian Lamb Company, an Australian meat firm. Minerva Foods Australia, a joint venture of Minerva and Saudi Agricultural and Livestock Investment Company (35%), will own 100% of the issued shares in Australian Lamb Company, in a deal worth A$400 million ($253 million). Australian Lamb Company is one […]
Australia: Carman’s acquires Fruit Wise
Australian cereal and snacks producer Carman’s has announced the acquisition of family-owned snacks and breakfast foods producer Fruit Wise. According to a statement released by Carman’s, the companies share their outlook on healthy snacks and the purchase comes after one year of discussions. Commenting on the acquisition, Bridget Beal, managing director of Fruit Wise said: […]