Taking Stock
Jeff Metzger's take on the recent acquisition by C&S of AWI, plus the rest of the news of the region.
Ham Replaces Newlands Campbell As Food Lion President
Meg Ham has replaced Beth Newlands Campbell as president of the Food Lion division of Delhaize America.
C&S Gains Control of AWI Assets As Marathon Bidding Ups Price To $288M
C&S Wholesale Grocers emerged the winner in the contest to acquire bankrupt wholesaler AWI.
In & Around Food World
Last month, the Children’s Cancer Foundation held its 30th annual gala - “A Star Spangled Celebration!” This year’s honoree was the very affable Gordon Reid, president of Giant/Landover, who was…
Update: Court Approves C&S Bid For AWI, Closing Expected In Early November
The C&S bid to acquire AWI was approved in bankruptcy court in Wilmington, DE on October 29. Closing is expected in early November.
Breaking News: C&S Reportedly Wins AWI Auction
Sources tell Food World and Food Trade News that C&S was the winner in last week's auction for the assets of AWI and White Rose.
Taking Stock
Jeff Metzger's report on the recent Weis vendor meeting, plus the rest of the news of the market.
Perkins To Remain Acme President As Albertsons Unveils New Team
Acme president Jim Perkins will remain the leader of the 100 store Malvern, PA based chain as the new leadership team at Albertsons has been named.
AWI Auction Set For October 24; C&S Break-Up Fee Reduced
The auction to acquire AWI and sister company White Rose will take place on October 24 followed by a sale hearing on October 29 at which the winning bidder will…