Grupo Alacant signs deal to acquire Ireland’s Silver Pail

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Rafaela Sousa

4 March 2026

Dairy

Grupo Alacant signs deal to acquire Ireland’s Silver Pail

Spanish ice cream manufacturer Grupo Alacant has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Silver Pail, one of Ireland’s largest ice cream producers.

Silver Pail manufactures premium ice cream tubs using locally sourced milk and cream, supplying retailers, brand partners and foodservice operators across Ireland and international markets.

The transaction will combine Grupo Alacant’s production capabilities with Silver Pail’s established local presence and customer relationships. The Spanish group said it plans to invest in Silver Pail’s manufacturing facilities and workforce to support further development of the business in the Irish ice cream sector.

The deal is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals, and is expected to complete in the first half of 2026.

Terms of transaction were not disclosed.

Mergers & Acquisitions