Acquisition

RNS Number : 9191Y

Compass Group PLC

08 March 2012

 



Compass Group Completes Acquisition of Supercare in South Africa

We announced on 25 November 2011 that Compass Group, through its subsidiary Compass Group Southern Africa (Proprietary) Ltd, had agreed to acquire Supercare Services Group (Proprietary) Limited, subject to obtaining clearance from the Competition Commission of South Africa. We are now pleased to confirm that the necessary clearance has been received and the acquisition has completed.

Enquiries:
Investors / Analysts	Sarah John / Kate Patrick	[phone]
Media	Clare Hunt	[phone]
Website	www.compass-group.com

Notes to editors:

About Compass Group PLC

Compass Group PLC is a world leading food and support services company, which generated annual revenues of £15.8 billion in the year to 30 September 2011. It operates in around 50 countries, employs over 470,000 people and serves over 4 billion meals every year. The company specialises in providing food and a range of support services across the core sectors of Business & Industry, Defence, Offshore & Remote Site, Healthcare, Education, Sports & Leisure and Vending with an established brand portfolio.

 

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