Lisner Holding has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the Graal Group's shares in the canned fish, ready meals, and marinades sectors, pending regulatory approval.

Target Information

Lisner Holding has entered into an agreement with Abris Capital Partners and Bogusław Kowalski to acquire 100% of shares in the Graal Group, specifically in the sectors of canned fish, ready meals, and marinades. The signing of this agreement took place on February 16, 2023, in Warsaw, and the completion of the transaction is contingent upon obtaining approval from the President of the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection.

Industry Overview in Poland

Poland’s food processing industry, particularly in the canned and ready meals sector, has demonstrated robust growth in recent years, driven by an increasing consumer preference for convenient meal options and the demand for high-quality food products. The Sustainable Food Strategy set forth by the government aims to enhance the sector's productivity and competitiveness, presenting numerous opportunities for businesses to innovate and expand.

The canned food market has seen a notable shift in consumer attitudes, with an increasing emphasis on healthy, sustainable, and ready-to-eat options. Companies in this space are now foc