date:Jul 16, 2012
According to Jonathan Thomas, Asian confectioner Lotte seems the likeliest contender for Darrell Lea as it looks to expand its reach.
Lotte prospective suitor
One possible candidate could be Lotte, which is currently pursuing a global expansion strategy,he said.
South Korean based Lotte acquired Wedel in Poland from Kraft Foods in 2010, following the latters Cadbury buy. Thomas believes Lotte could be looking to expand further.
Although strongest in Australasia, Darrell Lea also has a prese