Orkla Snacks’ acquisition of The European Candy Group completed

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Orkla announced the completion of its acquisition of 100% of The European Candy Group B.V. (CCI), a significant producer of vegan sugar confectionery, which will be consolidated into Orkla's financial statements from September 16, 2026. This strategic move, initially announced on July 31, 2026, has received approval from competition authorities and is expected to support the continued growth of Orkla's Bubs brand.

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Orkla announced on 31 July 2026 that Orkla Snacks agreed to acquire 100% of the shares in The European Candy Group B.V. (CCI), one of Europe’s leading producers of vegan sugar confectionery products.

The transaction has been approved by relevant competition authorities and has now been completed. CCI will be consolidated into Orkla’s financial statements as of 16 September 2026.

The stock exchange notification of 31 July 2026 can be found here: Orkla - Orkla Snacks acquires The European Candy Group B.V. to support continued BUBS growth

Contacts:

Investor Relations:
SVP Investor Relations & Communication
Orkla ASA
Annie Bersagel
Mobile: +47 986 03 664
Email: Annie.Bersagel@orkla.no

Media:
Communications Director
Orkla Snacks
Elisabeth Aandstad Ekheim
Mobile: +47 924 46 060
Email: Elisabeth.Aandstad.Ekheim@orkla.no

This information is subject to disclosure under the Norwegian Securities Trading Act, §5-12. The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact persons set out above, at 2026-09-17 11:20 CEST.

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