Food & Beverage M&A activity has proven to be quiet so far this year. However, within the mix, as a percentage of transaction volume, activity from overseas investors is significantly up in comparison to the same period last year. However, with rumours of several large deals underway, as we move through 2014 we expect the rest of the year to herald some interesting progression from an M&A point of view.
With in-depth analysis of the deals themselves, transaction multiples and value and volume comparisons, the Oghma Partners M&A review is an invaluable overview to industry activity. Please contact us to receive a copy via our “Contact us” link.
Overseas investors play a more important role in UK Food & Beverage Mergers and Acquisition Activity in the first Tertial of 2014
Entries for the 2014 Food Manufacturing Excellence Awards are now open
Entries are now open for the 2014 Food Manufacturing Excellence Awards.
As sponsors of the Food Manufacturing Excellence Awards for the third year running, Oghma Partners is pleased to announce that applications are now open for 2014.
The awards celebrate the achievement and progress of food manufacturers across the UK and follow the Oghma Partners strategy of recognising and supporting the hard work within the food and beverage industry.
Winners will be announced at this year’s ceremony, which is due to take place on Thursday 20th November at the Park Lane Hilton, London. Oghma Partners will be presenting the key award ‘Food Manufacturing Company of the Year.’
For further information on the awards, and to make an application please visit www.foodmanawards.co.uk. Application forms can also be downloaded here.
More information on Oghma Partners can be found at www.oghmapartners.com. Alternatively please contact Caroline Bennett at Oghma Partners LLP via our “Contact us” link.
2014 – Food & Beverage Mergers and Acquisition Activity T1
Oghma Partners is pleased to announce the release of the T1 2014 Mergers and Acquisitions Review which is available upon request. The first months of the year have proven to be quiet in terms of deal activity with volume and value significantly lower compared to the same period last year; this is in contrast to overall global trend of rising M&A activity.
In terms of valuation, preliminary data suggests a rising trend backed up by the improvement in the valuation of quoted food and beverage companies. However, to maximise value businesses needs to have a reasonably broad customer base combined with a good growth track record and appealing growth plans.
If you would like to request a copy of the review then please do contact us via our “Contact us” link.
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Oghma Partners Advises Mary Berry & Daughter Ltd on condiments business disposal
Oghma Partners is pleased to announce its role as exclusive financial advisor to the shareholders of Mary Berry & Daughter Ltd with regards to the disposal of the business.
The deal was completed in early February 2014.
The key products of the business are a range of condiments.
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Oghma advises DS Smith Plc on the disposal of Cool Logistics to Pelican Products, Inc.
Oghma Partners LLP is pleased to announce its role as exclusive corporate finance adviser to DS Smith Plc in relation to the following transaction, which completed on 31st January 2014:
Oghma Partners LLP Advises DS Smith Plc on the disposal of Cool Logistics to Pelican Products, Inc.
January 31, 2014
Oghma Partners LLP (“Oghma Partners”) is pleased to announce its role as exclusive financial adviser to DS Smith Plc on the disposal of its temperature controlled packaging solutions business, Cool Logistics, to Pelican Products, Inc. (“Pelican Products”). The transaction completed on 31 January 2014.
Cool Logistics specialises in the supply, design, test and qualification of temperature controlled packaging solutions and is dedicated to meeting the complex needs of the global healthcare Industry. The business has a wide range of standard products coupled with strong capabilities in the testing and qualifying of temperature control packaging systems to international pharmaceutical regulatory standards, creating cost effective supply chain solutions for the medical and pharmaceutical industry. Founded in 2000 with a headquarters situated in the UK, the business has developed a strong reputation for providing its clients with quality, cost effective packaging systems which are supplied globally through an extensive international network of partnerships and manufacturing locations. For more information visit www.cool-logistics.com.
Pelican Products is the global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance protective case solutions and advanced portable lighting systems and is a portfolio company of Behrman Capital, a private equity investment firm based in New York and San Francisco. Their products are used by professionals in the most demanding markets including the fire safety, law enforcement, defence, aerospace, entertainment, industrial and consumer segments. On completion, Cool Logistics merged with the previously acquired Minnesota Thermal Science under the Pelican BioPharma division. The combined companies will offer the largest global footprint in the industry with local sales, distribution and customer service support.
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Oghma Partners Announces Sponsorship of the 2014 Food Manufacturing Awards
Oghma Partners, the Food & Beverage focused corporate finance boutique, today announced it has renewed its sponsorship of The Food Manufacturing Awards for 2014. As in the previous two years Oghma Partners will sponsor the key award, ‘The Company of The Year.’ The sponsorship follows the Oghma Partners philosophy of giving support to the UK food and drink industry which, along with overseas food & beverage businesses, provides the mainstay of the client base. Other similar initiatives undertaken by the firm include offering an annual summer internship to undergraduates who have an interest in the food industry and are looking to gain an entry into the financial services industry.
Commenting on their renewed sponsorship Paul Wilkinson, Chair of the Awards Judges Panel said, ‘’We are delighted that Oghma is continuing to support the Awards and the industry as a whole. Their commitment plays a valuable part in ensuring that the importance of a successful food manufacturing sector retains a high profile amongst all our stakeholders.’’
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UK Food & Beverage Sector: Growth predicted for 2014
Oghma Partners LLP is pleased to announce the release of the 2013 M&A Review & 2014 Outlook of the UK Food & Beverage Sector.
The report highlights several of the key transactions that took place in the Food & Beverage sector in 2013, most notably the sale of Lucozade and Ribena to Suntory. Interest in the Beverage industry as a whole was high, with deals in this sector accounting for 17% of all activity in the year and half of the top 10 deals from 2013.
The total number of M&A deals in 2013 fell by 13%. However the report indicates that interest in the UK food and drink industry is expected to rise in 2014 due to several factors, including higher valuations and the potential for rising capital gains tax.
To request a copy of the review, or for further information on Oghma Partners, please do get in touch via our “Contact us” link.
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Oghma Partners 2013 M&A Review & 2014 Outlook
The Oghma Partners 2013 M&A Review & 2014 Outlook is due to be published shortly.
The report analyses investment deals in the food and beverage industry from the past year as well as providing an outlook for 2014. It suggests that interest in the industry is set to rise, following a relatively quiet period in 2013.
To request a copy of the report please contact Oghma Partners via the “Contact us” link at www.oghmapartners.com
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Oghma Partners congratulates Premier Foods as winner of The Food Manufacturing Company of the Year
Oghma Partners is pleased to congratulate Premier Foods as the winners of the Food Manufacturing Company of the Year at the 2013 Food Manufacturing Excellence Awards. The awards dinner took place at the Park Lane, Hilton on Thursday 21st November 2013 with guest host Countryfile presenter Julia Bradbury (pictured here with Premier Foods’ Ashford factory General Manager Simon Ellmore and Mark Lynch from Oghma Partners).
Also shortlisted for the category were The Authentic Food Company, British Sugar and Tamar Foods.
This is the second year that Oghma Partners have been proud sponsors of the Awards, which recognise the achievements and hard work of food manufacturers big and small across the UK.
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Latest M&A Review Released
Oghma Partners is pleased to announce the release of the latest M&A review covering the Food and Beverage industry for T2 2013. The period was relatively quiet with M&A activity in Europe down 14% by volume. Activity within the Food and Beverage Sector was particularly slow, with the notable exception of the £100 million sale of Tyrell’s Crisps to Investcorp.
The remainder of 2013 looks to be significantly more active with several high profile deals already announced.
Please do get in touch via our “contact us” link if you would like further information on Oghma Partners, or to request a copy of the review.
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