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CEO Desk 🖊️ AG Barr's Strategic Play - Acquiring Rio to Secure Long-Term Margins Here's news that shouldn't be ignored. AG Barr Group, the maker of Irn-Bru, has acquired the soft drink brand Rio Tropical Limited in a £12.3 million cash deal. While AG Barr has been marketing Rio products since 2021, this acquisition brings an additional layer of security and control over the brand. On the surface, this seems like another corporate buyout, but delve deeper, and it reveals a strategic move that has implications for AG Barr's future growth and portfolio diversification. Remember, they acquired this brand through their cash reserves. Cash reserves are a strategic asset, and when a company chooses to allocate them for an acquisition, you can bet they have compelling reasons. AG Barr has been engaging with the Rio brand since 2021 through their Boost Drinks division. With this acquisition, the brand becomes an 'important contributor' to AG Barr's margin rebrand program. Here's why this is a clever move: 🍹Full Brand Ownership: Controlling the brand entirely allows AG Barr to guide its growth strategically. 🍹Portfolio Diversification: Rio adds an exotic touch to AG Barr's portfolio, differentiating it further. 🍹Financial Health: The acquisition was entirely funded through cash reserves, showcasing AG Barr's strong liquidity position. Companies often acquire other brands for reasons beyond immediate profit. This acquisition signifies AG Barr’s broader strategy of portfolio diversification and margin improvement. Brands and companies looking to sustain long-term growth should take a leaf out of AG Barr's book; sometimes securing your future may involve investing in other futures. 🤔 Reflective Question: How are you diversifying your business portfolio to secure long-term growth and what implications does this have for your strategic planning? Feel free to share your thoughts below. 👇 #CEODesk #AGBarr #Acquisition #StrategicPlanning #BusinessGrowth #PortfolioDiversification Full Story: https://lnkd.in/g6BFzTcX

𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 The Honorés are realising a wish to reacquire full ownership of the company and are therefore buying the remaining 45% of the shares from Lars BS Holding and Elkjær Gruppen. Plantas Group would like to express our gratitude to Lars Bay-Smidt and Elkær Gruppen for active and capable joint ownership the past 3.5 years. The period has been characterised by growth and development: two new subsidiaries in Germany and Poland, three acquisitions, the establishment of global sourcing directly with producers around the world, a new department in Copenhagen and the initiated construction of a new domicile in Aalborg as well as digital transformation. Solid financial results came along: growth in turnover of half a billion Danish kroner. 𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 Find more information her: https://lnkd.in/dBvzaG9g #PlantasGgroup #PlantasGermany #PlantasPoland #Plantas #ProFflora #FloraNordic #Euroflora #FloraService

As of end 2023, Gimv is teaming up with Castelein Sealants and Akiles to propel the European growth of the renowned air and water sealing solutions provider. With a 15-year legacy, Castelein Sealants, led by Christophe Castelein and Valérie Bioul, specializes in tailored products, optimizing construction processes and reducing on-site waste. The collaboration signals a strategic move for accelerated growth in France and broader European expansion. Gimv, known for fostering ambitious growth in European companies, aligns seamlessly with Castelein Sealants' mission. The partnership not only enhances professionalization and internationalization but also solidly anchors Flemish innovation and sustainability. Castelein Sealants' solutions play a pivotal role in sustainable urban development, aligning perfectly with Gimv's commitment to sustainable investments. Co-CEOs Christophe Castelein and Valérie Bioul express their enthusiasm for this pivotal partnership. This transaction was accompanied by Danny Achten, Partner, and Wout Haesebrouck, Director Mid-market M&A.

MSC is acquiring French freight forwarder Clasquin to expand its global network, highlighting the trend of consolidation in the transport and logistics market. The offer represents a significant premium to Clasquin's shareholders, with other industry players also strengthening their positions through acquisitions. Anticipating further bidding battles as companies solidify their market presence. #MarinerNews #MaritimeIndustry #ShippingNews #Shipping #Maritime

Check out this great article where our CEO Hamish Wilton sits down with Caurso's Co-CEO Mark Hurley, and talk all things company evolution, innovative investment opportunities and Mackersy Property's commitment to sustainable real estate. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/gm7U9q-B #commercialproperty #investment

Deal activity is clearly picking up 👍

🤝✨ Celebrating a New Chapter! We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of the merger between Thermotraffic Holland B.V. and Eurofrigo B.V. in the Netherlands, and with Kevin Hancock Ltd. and Norish Ltd. in the UK, marking a momentous milestone in our journey! This union signifies a new era of growth, innovation, and many years of expertise in the temperature-controlled food logistics. Our combined efforts have led to one organisation that enhances our strengths, widens our horizons, and propels us toward even greater success together. We will continue our journey under the brand name Thermotraffic. As we move forward, united in purpose and vision, we are excited about the possibilities this merger brings. Together, we will continue to innovate, and deliver exceptional and customer-centric services for the food industry. Read more:  https://ap.lc/BnqNV Here is to a future filled with endless opportunities and shared successes! #coldchainlogistics #Foodlogistics #nichireilogistics #supplychainsolutions #temperaturecontrolled #foodindustry

At CGers, we are proud to be a family business. This means that Hans Segers, along with his children, Victoria Segers and Charles Segers, are actively thinking about the future and succession of the company. They have introduced a family charter, where Victoria and Charles provide feedback through various questions and scenarios. Should they take over the business in the future, this document will serve as a reference point. It captures their perspective at the time of its creation and assists in future decision-making about the family business. 🤝 The family charter is the first step towards preparing for the future of CGers. #cgers #coengineering #manufacturing #familybusiness #familycharter

𝗖𝗟𝗱𝗡 𝗮𝗰𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝗲𝗸𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗟𝗼𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 CLdN today announced the acquisition of 100% of the shares in Broekman Distriport Real Estate BV and its 100% subsidiary Broekman Distriport BV. Distriport occupies a 22-hectare site on the opposite side of Brittanniëhaven from CLdN’s existing Rotterdam terminal. The acquisition offers the scope to further grow and diversify CLdN’s service offering in all three segments currently served at Distriport: roll-on / roll-off (RoRo), load-on / load-off (LoLo), and breakbulk handling. Commenting on the acquisition, Florent Maes, CEO of CLdN, said: “The acquisition of Distriport fits perfectly with CLdN’s strategy of investing in high-quality port infrastructure. It will enable us to build on our own network of services in and out of Rotterdam and to provide additional benefits for existing and new customers. We are looking forward to welcoming our new colleagues and to working together on developing new opportunities for the wider CLdN group.” For more information see today's press release : https://lnkd.in/easK-gMP #cldn #portofrotterdam #roro #logistics #breakbulk

Discover the journeys of ASLAG, CLI, DD, DNL, FRUIT, JFC and WLCON toward going public—their aspirations, motivations, and the trials and triumphs that paved the path for their decision to take the leap. Learn more about the PSE's Listing Engagement & Assistance Program via https://lnkd.in/gfQigjXt or send us a message at leap@pse.com.ph.  Your growth journey begins here! #EmbracingtheIPOMindset #TaketheLEAP   Video: Embracing the IPO Mindset Featuring the following companies: Cebu Landmasters, Inc. D&L Industries, Inc. DoubleDragon Corporation Fruitas Holdings, Inc. Jollibee Group of Companies Raslag Corp. Wilcon Depot, Inc.