Orkla ASA: Orkla expands in Central Europe
Orkla has entered into an agreement to acquire Hamé, a leading branded consumer goods company within food in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Hamé holds strong market positions in numerous categories that represent a good fit with Orkla's existing portfolio. By joining forces with Hamé, Orkla will double its turnover in Central Europe. In the Czech Republic and Slovakia, Hamé holds leading positions in the categories pâtés, ready meals, ketchup, preserved vegetables, jams and baby food. Its iconic brands include Hamé, Májka, Znojmia, and Otma. Hamé also has strong positions in pâtés in