Cott Announces Refresco Shareholder Approval Received to Acquire Cott’s Traditional Beverage Manufacturing Business
Sep 05, 2017
“We are pleased with the Refresco shareholders’ vote in favor of the transaction,” commented
The acquisition is expected to close by the end of 2017, subject to the satisfaction of the remaining closing conditions, including regulatory approvals.
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