Japan's Umios to acquire Canadian seafood producer for $570m
( October 27, 2026, 07:09 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Japanese seafood company Umios said Monday that it has agreed to acquire Canadian frozen seafood producer High Liner Foods for C$804 million ($570 million) to expand its North American operations. The publicly listed company said the deal, expected to close in January 2027, is subject to shareholder approval, court approval and regulatory clearances in Canada and the US.Statement is attached....
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