Archive for March 3rd, 2015

BOURGOGNE, FRANCE — Axereal and Dijon Cereales announced on March 2 that they are combining their milling units Axiane and Dijon Cereales Meunerie, which will create France’s second largest miller.

Effective July 1, the joint company will produce 430,000 tonnes of flour at 10 mills and will have 600 employees.

“This combination truly makes sense, based on a combination of tenders and geographical areas,” said Philippe Guez, Axereal and Pierre Raynal, Dijon Grain. “It is beneficial and positive for milling customers of ...