South Africa: Varun Beverages to acquire Twizza in $54 million deal
Varun Beverages, the India-based bottling partner for PepsiCo, has entered into a binding agreement to acquire a 100% stake in Twizza, a South African carbonated soft drinks manufacturer, for an enterprise value of 1.47 billion ZAR ($54.1 million). Twizza Beverages, a prominent player in the South African market, operates manufacturing facilities in Queenstown, Middelburg and […]
USA: V&V Supremo Foods secures land for Wisconsin expansion
V&V Supremo Foods, a Chicago-based producer of Mexican dairy and meat products, has announced plans to establish a new state-of-the-art production facility in Jefferson (WI). The company has acquired a 39-acre site for the development, which is intended to increase manufacturing capacity to meet rising national demand for its portfolio. While specific investment figures were […]
South Africa: McCain streamlines operations with sale of vegetable business
McCain South Africa, the local arm of the Canadian frozen food giant, has agreed to sell its vegetable manufacturing operations to Enduring Ventures, a US-based entrepreneurial holding company. The transaction, for which financial details were not disclosed, includes the acquisition of the well-known Harvestime brand. The deal encompasses a vegetable processing facility in Springs, Gauteng, […]
USA: Trinchero Family Estates acquires Mumm Napa from Pernod Ricard
Trinchero Family Estates, the US-based wine and spirits producer, has agreed to acquire Mumm Napa, a leading premium sparkling wine brand, from the French beverage giant Pernod Ricard. Based in the Napa Valley, Mumm Napa is known for its portfolio of Methode Traditionnelle sparkling wines. The acquisition includes the brand itself, its inventory, and its […]
USA: Coty completes divestment of Wella
Coty, the American beauty multinational, has finalised the sale of its remaining 25.8% stake in haircare brand Wella to the global investment firm KKR. Under the terms of the agreement, Coty will receive an upfront cash payment of $750 million. Furthermore, the company retains the right to 45% of any future proceeds from a potential […]
Italy: Campari divests Averna and Zedda Piras brands
Campari Group, the Italian spirits manufacturer, has agreed to sell its Averna and Zedda Piras liqueur brands to compatriot firm Illva Saronno for €100 million ($117 million). The transaction involves the sale of Amaro Averna, a historic Sicilian herbal liqueur founded in 1868, and the Sardinian myrtle liqueur Zedda Piras. According to Campari, the deal […]
India: Reliance strengthens staples portfolio with Udhaiyam acquisition
Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL), the fast-moving consumer goods arm of Reliance Industries, has acquired a majority stake in the Tamil Nadu-based food firm Udhaiyam. Operating under its namesake brand, the Chennai-based company has a history spanning over three decades and is estimated to be a 6.68 billion INR ($80 million) business. Its portfolio includes […]
Coconut water gets a ‘Dubai-inspired’ makeover
The latest innovation insight from Gama Compass MANCHESTER – 30th December 2025: The convergence of functional hydration and high-end confectionery trends is redefining the beverage landscape, illustrating how ‘permissible indulgence’ is becoming a primary driver for health-conscious consumers. In this month’s Innovation Insight, we examine a limited-edition collaboration that introduces gourmet complexity to the plant-based hydration category […]
Sweden: Lantmannen acquires charcuterie firm Slaktarkorv
Lantmannen, the Swedish agricultural cooperative, has announced the acquisition of Slaktarkorv, a domestic producer of charcuterie and meat products. Based in Stockholm, Slaktarkorv specialises in traditional Swedish sausages and cured meats, operating with a focus on high-quality ingredients and artisanal production methods. The acquisition is intended to strengthen Lantmannen’s position in the Swedish food value […]
Japan: Asahi to acquire controlling stake in East African Breweries from Diageo
Asahi, the Japanese beverage giant, has agreed to acquire a controlling stake in East African Breweries (EABL) from the UK-based spirits firm Diageo in a deal valued at $2.3 billion. Under the terms of the agreement, Asahi will acquire Diageo Kenya Ltd, which holds a 65% shareholding in EABL, alongside a 53.68% direct stake in […]