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FB Roundup: Pernod Ricard, Lego Group, Gebruder Weiss

April 1, 2021

Pernod Ricard goes upmarket in acquisition and distribution strategy, Locked down families build Lego’s fastest sales growth in five years, Gebruder Weiss profits in combining physical and digital innovation.

Pernod Ricard goes upmarket in acquisition and distribution strategy

Pernod Ricard, the French third-generation wines and spirits giant, is set to acquire a majority stake in a family-owned premium Columbian rum as part of its “Transform and Accelerate” strategic plan.

Pernod Ricard also embarked on a collaboration with Lafayette Imports, a new company founded by Biggar and Leith partners Elwyn Gladstone and Mark Teasdale, to boost its “super-premium” branding in the United States.

FB Roundup: Melia Hotels, Foley Wines, Gebruder Weiss

September 4, 2020

Escarrer family’s road to recovery after Melia Hotels almost hit zero revenue, US billionaire vintner Bill Foley finds record New Zealand profits in premiumisation, Gebruder Weiss meets rising demand in e-sales with new delivery hub.

Escarrer family’s road to recovery after Melia Hotels almost hit zero revenue

Spain’s Escarrer family is focusing on renovated resort hotels, incorporating independent accommodation providers, digitalisation and its loyalty scheme in its post-coronavirus travel recovery strategy after the family-owned Melia Hotels International suffered its worst semester in history.

FB Roundup: Li Ka-shing, Gebruder Weiss and Henkel, Impact Investing Institute

November 29, 2019

Li Ka-shing rebuffs criticism and gives HK$1 billion to Hong Kong businesses, Gebruder Weiss and Henkel get trucking on gas, Impact Investing Institute launches to nurture $502 billion impact market.

Li Ka-shing rebuffs criticism and gives HK$1 billion to Hong Kong businesses

Hong Kong’s wealthiest tycoon says he is getting used to “the unfounded verbal and text punches” triggered by protests in the city as his charity offers relief funding to small businesses.

Shortlist announced for the European Families in Business Awards 2018

June 5, 2018

The annual European Families in Business Awards is a golden opportunity to see great examples of family businesses adapting and leading in their respective industries, while preserving proud traditions.

Automation, disruption, and the rise of artificial intelligence—all these 21st century technology trends can be seen as both challenges to existing family businesses and opportunities. Two vital ingredients to help business families prosper in the future and use these trends to their advantage are adaptation and leadership.

Family business roundup: Growth for Gebruder Weiss and Koc, H&M sales dip

March 19, 2013

There has been good news at some large family businesses recently, with Gebruder Weiss, Volkswagen and Koc Holding publishing strong results.

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In Austria, Gebruder Weiss - owned by the Weiss and Jerie families – reported an 8% rise in net sales in its provisional 2012 results, released 19 March. Revenues at the transport and logistics company were €1.15 billion for the year to 31 December, compared to €1.07 billion in 2011.

Could a family business be responsible for the next Angry Birds?

October 31, 2012

A simple gaming idea – where angry birds were catapulted at pigs – became a surprise sensation in 2009. But could a family business be behind the next video game phenomenon?

Austrian transport firm Gebruder Weiss has just launched a free gaming app for the iPhone and Android. The idea behind the game, called Logistics Expert, is to move a Gebruder Weiss forklift truck to the loading ramp as quickly as possible.

Europe’s top 25 family businesses and leaders

July 5, 2012

With just days to go until the winners of the Families in Business Awards, in association with Societe Generale Private Banking, are announced, CampdenFB takes a look at the shortlisted candidates and businesses – and their achievements.

The winners will be announced on 9 July at an awards ceremony in Amsterdam, which will be held at the Heineken Brewery, one of the Netherlands’ most iconic family businesses.