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Royal A-ware and Grupo TGT have agreed to merge, in a move aimed at strengthening their position in the international cheese market.

Grupo TGT is one of the largest cheese producers and distributors in Spain and Portugal, with an extensive distribution network across the Iberian market. The proposed merger will give Royal A-ware a stronger position in Southern Europe, while allowing Grupo TGT to access Royal A-ware’s international production capacity, supply chain integration and product development capabilities.

Following the merger, Grupo TGT will continue to operate from Spain as an independent organisation within Royal A-ware. The companies said continuity for employees, customers and suppliers remains a key priority, with Grupo TGT retaining its local expertise, customer relationships and market position.

Jan Anker, shareholder of Royal A-ware, said: “Grupo TGT has built up an impressive position in the Spanish and Portuguese cheese markets. We share the same entrepreneurial mindset and a strong focus on long-term relationships. By joining forces, we are creating new opportunities for growth and can serve our customers even better with a wide range of cheese and dairy products.”

Teodoro Garcia, shareholder of Grupo TGT, added: “For Grupo TGT, this is a logical next step in our development. Royal A-ware is a family-run business that shares our values and has a strong international position. Together, we can offer our customers even greater value and build a sustainable future for our company.”

Garcia said the family will remain closely involved in the further development of the wider group, both operationally and financially.

The merger remains subject to approval by the relevant authorities. Once approved, Garcia will join the supervisory board of Royal A-ware. Royal A-ware will then have three shareholder families with a shared long-term commitment to the business.