Brazil: Hero acquires Super Saude Nutricional
Hero, the Swiss preserves, snacks, and infant nutrition manufacturer, has announced the acquisition of Brazilian snack company Super Saude Nutricional through its local subsidiary. Founded in 2013, Super Saude offers a 36-strong product range under its Pinati brand, including protein bars, cups, chips, nut bars and a variety of better-for-you sweet snacks. Hero said the acquisition […]
Switzerland: Hero to close jam factory
Hero, the Swiss preserves, snacks, and infant nutrition manufacturer, has announced plans to close its jam-making factory in Lenzburg, Switzerland, where the firm also has its headquarters. The decision was taken by the board after employee proposals submitted during the consultation period did not provide a viable alternative, the company said in a statement. The plant […]
Canada: Hero Group acquires Baby Gourmet
Swiss-based food company Hero has announced the acquisition of Canadian organic baby food firm Baby Gourmet. According to a company press release, the purchase is part of a strategy to increase the company’s baby food category footprint. “We are extremely pleased to have positively concluded the acquisition of Baby Gourmet and to have found a strategic […]