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One Rock completes purchase of Europe Snacks, strengthens private label snack market position
One Rock Capital Partners has completed the acquisition of Europe Snacks, a manufacturer of private label savoury snacks in Europe.
Grupo Bimbo files CAD 2bn claim against Maple Leaf Foods over Canada Bread sale
Grupo Bimbo has initiated legal proceedings against Maple Leaf Foods and several former senior officers, seeking CAD $2 billion in damages.
EBRD boosts APU Dairy expansion with $20m loan to enhance Mongolia's agribusiness sector
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has announced an investment aimed at bolstering Mongolia's agribusiness landscape.
Sway and Umaro secure $1.5m Department of Energy grant to support innovation in seaweed solutions
Sway and Umaro have been awarded a $1.5m US Department of Energy grant to accelerate innovation in sustainable seaweed-based bioplastics.
Opinion: Innovation playbook – Mastering the supply chain
Gary Iles, SVP of marketing and business development at TraceGains, explores how brands are edefining supply chain management.
Heineken to bring local production to Dubai with ‘Gulf’s largest’ brewery
Sirocco, a JV between Heineken and Maritime and Mercantile International, has revealed plans to build a brewery in Dubai, UAE.
Prime Drink Group moves to acquire RTD brand Beach Day Every Day
Prime Drink Group Corp has announced its intention to acquire Beach Day Every Day, a player in Québec's ready-to-drink beverage category.
Unilever's India unit to demerge ice cream business into independent entity
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) has announced plans to demerge its ice cream division into an independent listed entity.
Seaweed packaging start-up B’Zeos announces successful funding and partnerships
B’Zeos has successfully closed a seed funding round, bringing its total equity and grant funding to more than €5 million.
GNT Ventures launches to foster innovation in plant-based colour solutions
GNT Group has announced the establishment of GNT Ventures, an independent investment firm aimed at collaborating with start-ups.
JBS announces $2.5bn investment into Nigeria with six new meat plants
JBS has announced plans to invest $2.5bn in Nigeria over the next five years, including construction of six new factories.
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