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M&A Watch: Why Raisio should sell to private equity
Raisio, the Finland-based group behind brands including Benecol, Honey Monster cereals and Fox's confectionery, has, in recent years, tried to…
FINLAND: Raisio confirms Glisten plant closure
Finnish food group Raisio has confirmed its Glisten confectionery site in the UK town of Skegness will close. The company…
UK: Raisio’s Glisten in consultation to close plant
UK snacks and confectionery firm Glisten, owned by Finnish food group Raisio, has entered into consultation over plans to close…
Interview: Raisio sanguine about brand performance
Raisio, the Finland-based group behind Benecol, Fox's confectionery and Sugar puffs cereal, saw branded sales fall in the first half…
Editor’s choice: the highlights on just-food last week
General Mills unveiled plans for a raft of new products last week as it seeks to improve sales across its…
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just the answer – The Bart Ingredients Co. CEO David Collard
UK herbs and spices business The Bart Ingredients Company has gone through something of an overhaul since ex-Kerry Group and…
Deal or no deal: UK crisp firm Tyrrells could attract snack majors
Private-equity firm Langholm Capital was this week reported to have put UK crisp group Tyrrells on the market. Langholm has declined…
Deal or no deal: The likely suspects to acquire Burton’s Biscuit Co.
The private-equity owners of Burton's Biscuit Co. are "considering options" for the UK's second-largest biscuit maker, a process that could…
Interview: Raisio continues to drive expansion – CEO
Raisio has completed four acquisitions over the past three years as the Finnish food group looked to increase its clout…
FINLAND: Raisio establishes branded divisions
Finnish food group Raisio has established two branded divisions, which will run its consumer and licensed products. Paul Simmonds, who…