‘Golden Bean’ Amedei acquired by Ferrarelle

Italian mineral water company adds super-premium, bean-to-bar chocolatier to its portfolio.

August 9, 2017

What does it take to make Italy’s fourth largest mineral water company effervescent? Acquiring Tuscany-based chocolate maker Amedei, known for its gourmet chocolate bars, truffles and chocolate products, would certainly make anyone bubbly.

Katjes buys Cloetta’s Italian division for $53 million

Purchase includes four production facilities, five brands.

Alyse Thompson

July 6, 2017

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Katjes International GmbH, the international subsidiary of Katjes Group, has acquired Cloetta Italia for $53 million, pushing the German gummy manufacturer to No. 2 in the Italian confectionery market.

Nestlé looks to expand its global reach with two big moves involving Baci Perugina and Damak

Nestlé works to make Baci Perugina a global brand; Candy maker also brings Turkish Chocolate brand Damak to U.S.

Crystal Lindell

March 2, 2016

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Nestlé is putting a renewed focus on the Italian brand Baci Perugina, saying it plans to significantly invest in the brand to further strengthen this iconic Italian chocolate on the world stage.

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‘Golden Bean’ Amedei acquired by Ferrarelle

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Nestlé looks to expand its global reach with two big moves involving Baci Perugina and Damak

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