Final approval Scottish and Newcastle

Recommended cash offer for the acquisition of Scottish & Newcastle becomes effective.

The closure of the transaction is the start of an exciting new era for Heineken, strengthening the position in Western Europe. The Company will accelerate the process of uniting people, brands and best practice from both Heineken and S&N to create a single, stronger, more competitive business.

Heineken’s acquisition of parts of S&N includes businesses, licences and investments in Belgium, Finland, India, Ireland, Portugal, the UK and the US, with core brands including Foster’s, Kronenbourg 1664, John Smith’s, Newcastle Brown Ale, Sagres, Lapin Kulta, Maes and Beamish.