Canada: Lactalis Canada to acquire Agropur’s fine cheese business
Lactalis Canada, the Canadian dairy leader, has reached a definitive agreement with Agropur to acquire the assets of its fine cheese division. Under the terms of the agreement, Lactalis Canada will acquire Agropur’s fine cheese import activities, two production facilities in Oka and Saint-Hyacinthe, Quebec, and renowned brands including OKA, Monsieur Gustav and L’Extra. The […]
India: Atelier Expressions to acquire majority stake in Khoya
Atelier Expressions, the Singapore-based premium lifestyle platform of Indian conglomerate TVS VENU, has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Lonestar Hospitality Private Limited (Khoya), a luxury handcrafted mithai brand based in New Delhi, India. The transaction, which is subject to customary closing conditions, is expected to complete at the end of […]
UK: Nestle unveils Aero and Milkybar chocolate collaboration
Nestle, the global food a manufacturer, has launched a new chocolate range in the UK and Ireland that features a collaboration between its Aero and Milkybar brands. The new range combines the “bubble” experience of Aero confectionery with Milkybar white chocolate and is produced at the company’s factory in York. The products are available in […]
Austria: Berglandmilch invests in new mozzarella line
Berglandmilch, Austria’s largest dairy, is investing €17.5 million ($19 million) to establish a new mozzarella production line at its Aschbach facility in Mostviertel. The expansion project, which is supported by a €1.75 million ($1.9 million) contribution from the government, state and EU, will involve upgrading the site’s existing milk acceptance zone with an additional storage […]
USA: Poulter Family Wines completes acquisition of Constellation Brands assets
Poulter Family Wines, the family-owned New Zealand wine and beverage business, has completed its acquisition of a selection of wine brands and assets from Constellation Brands. According to the company, the transaction returns the Selaks brand alongside seven other brands to local ownership. The deal also incorporates a 10,000-tonne winery and vineyards in Hawke’s Bay. […]
USA: Horse Soldier Bourbon opens Kentucky distillery
Horse Soldier Bourbon, the US spirits brand backed by Californian wine and spirits company Gallo, has opened its new $200 million American Freedom Distillery in Somerset (KY). Named Horse Soldier Farms, the 240-acre site near Lake Cumberland officially opened on the 4th July. The development includes the 50,000 sq ft American Freedom Distillery, The Outpost retail store, […]
USA: Trek One Capital acquires No Cow and Good Karma Foods
Trek One Capital, the US investment firm, has completed the acquisition of No Cow, a US manufacturer of plant-based protein bars, and Good Karma Foods, a US producer of flax-based non-dairy milk. According to Trek One Capital, No Cow offers low-sugar, dairy-free protein bars, whilst Good Karma Foods produces nutrient-rich flaxmilk. Both brands distribute their […]
Poland: Capri Sun expands production network
Capri Sun, the Switzerland-based beverage manufacturer, has commenced construction on a new production facility in Stargard, Poland. The investment aims to expand the company’s production capabilities in Europe and lay the groundwork for future growth. The first phase of construction is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027 and represents an investment of more […]
USA: Mars to close Nature’s Bakery plant in Missouri
Mars, the snacks and confectionery company, has announced plans to permanently close its Nature’s Bakery manufacturing plant in Hazelwood (MO). According to a local government Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) filing, the shutdown will take place by September 2027 and will result in the elimination of 345 jobs. The layoffs will be executed in two […]
Thailand: Nestle to build coffee facility for Nescafe brand
Nestle, the Swiss food and beverage giant, has announced an investment of 23 billion THB ($688 million) to construct a new Nescafe manufacturing facility in Thailand’s Samut Prakan province. The high-tech factory, which is scheduled to begin operations in the latter part of 2028, will produce a broad range of Nescafe products, including soluble coffee, coffee mixes, […]