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20/07/2011
Superquinn Bought Over By Musgrave Group
Superquinn supermarket chain has been bought over by the Musgrave Group – owners of SuperValu and Centra.
Last night, as more than 2,800 workers awaited their fate, a receiver was appointed to the Irish family owned company.
However, a deal was agreed between Musgrave Group and the receiver KPMG. Although the cost was not revealed, jobs have been secured.
A statement from the Musgrave Group said: "The transaction will secure the long term viability of the Superquinn business, protect jobs and ensure that Irish consumers can continue to enjoy the Superquinn product offer.”
It statement added: "Superquinn has been challenged by the scale of its debt burden and the difficult trading environment. This purchase secures the jobs of 2,800 people and on completion of the sale process, Musgrave intends to invest in the stores and work with the Superquinn employees to develop the future of the business.
"Musgrave already has a strong commitment to Irish suppliers which helps support 14,000 jobs across 600 supplier companies and contributes €2.9bn to the Irish economy. Musgrave is committed to providing existing Superquinn suppliers with the opportunity to continue to supply Superquinn stores."
(BMcN)
Last night, as more than 2,800 workers awaited their fate, a receiver was appointed to the Irish family owned company.
However, a deal was agreed between Musgrave Group and the receiver KPMG. Although the cost was not revealed, jobs have been secured.
A statement from the Musgrave Group said: "The transaction will secure the long term viability of the Superquinn business, protect jobs and ensure that Irish consumers can continue to enjoy the Superquinn product offer.”
It statement added: "Superquinn has been challenged by the scale of its debt burden and the difficult trading environment. This purchase secures the jobs of 2,800 people and on completion of the sale process, Musgrave intends to invest in the stores and work with the Superquinn employees to develop the future of the business.
"Musgrave already has a strong commitment to Irish suppliers which helps support 14,000 jobs across 600 supplier companies and contributes €2.9bn to the Irish economy. Musgrave is committed to providing existing Superquinn suppliers with the opportunity to continue to supply Superquinn stores."
(BMcN)
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