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Gerald McDonald, a supplier of ingredients to the food, drink, flavour and fragrance industries, has announced the acquisition of Demos Ciclitira, an importer and packer of dried fruits, seeds, grains, and natural foods.
Founded in 1917 and based in Essex, Demos Ciclitira operates alongside George Harker and Co Ltd, which has been packing dried fruits and ingredients since 1826.
“We are delighted to welcome the Demos team to Gerald McDonald. Both businesses share a proud heritage, a passion for food, and a dedication to customer service”, commented Maxim McDonald, managing director of Gerald McDonald Group. “This acquisition enables us to expand our complete offering – from liquid concentrates to dried fruits, grains and pulses – while upholding the highest standards in quality, accreditation, and food safety testing. It also allows us to bring more locally managed supply capabilities to our manufacturing and retail partners across the UK”.
David Ciclitira, chairman of Demos Ciclitira added: “We are proud of the legacy Demos has built over the decades, and joining the Gerald McDonald Group represents an exciting next chapter. We share aligned values – long-term relationships with growers, focus on quality, and strong regional presence – and together, we look forward to continuing to serve our customers with an even broader and more resilient range”.
Source: Gerald McDonald
