Adani Wilmar (AWL) announced the acquisition of several brands including the renowned Kohinoor from McCormick Switzerland GMBH for an undisclosed amount.
The acquisition would give AWL exclusive rights over the brand ‘Kohinoor’ basmati rice along with ‘Ready to Cook’, ‘Ready to Eat’ curries and meals portfolio under the Kohinoor Brand umbrella in India. The brand portfolio comprises “Kohinoor” for premium Basmati rice, “Charminar” for affordable rice, and “Trophy” for the hotels, restaurants, and catering (HORECA) segment.
After this acquisition, AWL will strengthen its position with a 12 per cent market share in basmati rice. AWL’s Fortune had a 6.5 per cent market