acquisition
Owner of Mecatherm acquires majority stake in ABI Ltd
TMG’s acquisition strengthens the international footprint of Mecatherm and ABI Ltd and grows their product offerings of innovative solutions for industrial bakers.
Whole Earth Brands enters into definitive agreement to acquire Wholesome Sweeteners
The acquisition expands Whole Earth’s portfolio of brands and products that meet growing consumer demand for natural and plant-based dietary options, baking ingredients and taste profiles.
Kerry announces acquisition of Canadian probiotic company
The acquisition of Bio-K Plus will expand Kerry’s capabilities and leadership position in the probiotics market.
Sonoco announces acquisition of Can Packaging
US-based Sonoco, one of the largest global diversified packaging companies, has announced its acquisition of Can Packaging, based in Habsheim, France.
AAK acquires 75% of long-term partner Margaron
Margaron has been a trusted provider of raw materials (and semi-finished goods) manufacturer to AAK for more than a decade.
RPM acquires Profile Food Ingredients
RPM International has announced that its Mantrose-Haeuser business has acquired Profile Food Ingredients, a manufacturer of dry stabiliser and emulsifier blends for the food industry.
Nestlé sells US ice cream business to Froneri
Nestlé is selling its US ice cream business to Froneri, an ice cream-focused joint venture Nestlé created in 2016 with PAI Partners, for a transaction value of US$4 billion (€3.6bn).
Axereal acquires Cargill’s malt business
Axereal, France’s largest grain co-operative, has acquired Cargill’s malt business on behalf of its subsidiary, Boortmalt. The move makes Boortmalt the world’s largest producer of malt.
Transcend Packaging acquires BioStraw’s assets
South Wales-based Transcend Packaging Ltd, a manufacturer of sustainable paper-straws, has acquired Leeds-based BioStraw Ltd’s assets.
AAK acquires major stake in Soya International
Oil and fats processor AAK has acquired a majority stake in UK-based Soya International, making it one of the world’s leading suppliers of speciality lecithin.
DDW acquires DuPont’s Natural Colors business
DDW The Color House, has acquired DuPont’s Natural Colors business which was part of DuPont’s Nutrition & Biosciences division.
Mutlivac acquires Fritsch bakery company
Multivac has acquired the Fritsch Group to further expand its range of solutions for the bakery industry.
Tyson Foods acquires businesses from BRF S.A
Tyson Foods has acquired the Thai and European businesses from BRF S.A, to expand the company’s offerings of value-added protein in global markets.
Pret A Manger acquires EAT
Pret A Manger has acquired British sandwich and coffee shop chain, EAT, and plans to convert them into Veggie Pret outlets.