British fresh prepared foods firm Bakkavor has acquired US-based B. Robert's Foods for an undisclosed amount
The acquisition forms a part of the company's strategy to expand its presence in the fresh prepared foods sector for the US market.
B. Robert's, which employs approximately 240 people, has been producing sauces, salads, side dishes, and entrees for US retailers for more than 20 years.
Bakkavor Group CEO Agust Gudmundsson said: "We are delighted to announce the acquisition of B. Robert's. It is a highly respected company, with a long standing reputation of providing high quality products with market leading innovation for its customers.
"The acquisition reinforces our commitment to seek growth opportunities within the US market and complements our existing operations in California and Pennsylvania. We are excited to be working with the team in Charlotte on the next stage of the development of our business."
Bakkavor Group manufactures approximately 6,000 fresh prepared foods in 18 product categories. The company's products include ready meals and snacks, ready to cook meals, dips, pasta, soups, sauces, prepared vegetables, bakery products, sandwiches and wraps, prepared fruits, leafy salads, pizzas, desserts and pastries, stir fries, smoothies, dressed salads, meal salads, and dressings.
