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Barry Callebaut closes Getrude Hawk acquisition

8 Dec 2017

Barry Callebaut has announced that it has successfully closed the acquisition of the ingredients division of Gertrude Hawk Chocolates in the U.S.

Barry Callebaut closes Getrude Hawk acquisition

Barry Callebaut has announced that it has successfully closed the acquisition of the ingredients division of Gertrude Hawk Chocolates in the U.S. The integration will start as of now.

“Gertrude Hawk Ingredients adds new capabilities, technologies and skilled employees who we are happy to welcome to the Barry Callebaut family,” said Antoine de Saint-Affrique, CEO of Barry Callebaut. “The acquisition allows us to expand our product portfolio into new markets, and to offer an even wider range of value-adding products and services to our customers than before. Gertrude Hawk Ingredients will play a cornerstone role in our Specialty & Decorations business in the U.S. and we intend to further build on their team and their capabilities.”

The parties have agreed not to disclose any financial details of the transaction.