Kofola ČeskoSlovensko increases stake in Latin American brewer

Group 1 - Kofola ČeskoSlovensko has increased its stake in Alta Fermentación by 10%, raising its total holding to 49% [1] - Alta Fermentación operates three microbreweries and a rum distillery, and also manages a coffee roasting business [2] - The company expects Alta Fermentación to generate over $20 million in sales and more than $4 million in EBITDA by 2025 [3] Group 2 - The acquisition includes three recognized microbreweries and a network of nearly 40 pubs and cafes in Colombia, Panama, and Ecuador [4] - Kofola aims to leverage synergies with Alta Fermentación to enhance efficiency and increase sales [5] - Alta Fermentación plans to become the leading drinks and craft beer producer in Colombia and Panama by 2030 [6]