Operations

Through the acquisition of Meccano (known as Erector Set in the United States), Spin Master grows its global portfolio and strengthens its executive team.

The Dutch producer of frozen snacks and meal components deploys a TXT solution to integrate its extended value chain.

The next five to seven years will a see slow but steady wave of technology refresh penetrate the DSD market. Early adopters such as PepsiCo, Anheuser-Busch, and Nestl will lead the charge. VDC Research offers tips for DSD operators who must evaluate opportunities for mobile solutions to enhance existing processes or risk being left behind.

The proposed transaction includes Campbells national brands of soups, sauces and simple meals, including Liebig and Royco in France, Erasco in Germany, Bl Band in Sweden and Devos Lemmens and Royco in Belgium.

The acquisition of Associated Brands will significantly strengthen TreeHouse's retail presence in private label dry grocery and will introduce a line of specialty tea products to complement its fast growing single serve coffee business.

Energizer CEO Ward Klein is very excited about the prospect of combining the Stayfree pad, Carefree liner and o.b. tampon feminine hygiene business with its Playtex Feminine Care business.

The acquisition includes 20 bakeries; the Wonder, Merita, Home Pride, Butternut, and Nature's Pride brands; and 36 depots from Old HB, Inc. (formerly Hostess Brands), for $355 million.

The company names David Denholm as president and chief operating officer and Peter McGuinness as chief marketing and brand officer.