Acquiring Company
Vandemoortele
Acquired Company
Délifrance
Belgium
FranceFood and BeverageRetailFood and BeverageGroceryRetailDescription
The Competition and Markets Authority has mandated Vandemoortele to sell its Worcester plant and UK sales operations following its merger with Délifrance. This acquisition positions Vandemoortele as the largest supplier of frozen viennoiserie products in the UK market.
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Who acquired Délifrance?
Délifrance was acquired by Vandemoortele, based in Belgium. The deal was reported on August 21, 2026. Vandemoortele has been active in the bakery sector for five decades. It operates 28 production sites and employs 3,500 people. The company has a turnover of €1.4 billion, primarily in Europe and the United States. Vandemoortele is privately held and operates in Food and Beverage.
When did Vandemoortele acquire Délifrance?
Vandemoortele's acquisition of Délifrance was reported on August 21, 2026. The Competition and Markets Authority has mandated Vandemoortele to sell its Worcester plant and UK sales operations following its merger with Délifrance. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.
What does Délifrance do?
Délifrance is a French frozen bakery specialist with more than 3,200 employees. It operates 14 production sites and generates annual sales of around €930 million. It is privately held, operating in Food and Beverage, and is based in France.
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