2.4.2008
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KSB advises Heineken on its acquisition of Drinks Union

Kocián Šolc Balaštík (KSB) acted for Heineken during the acquisition of Drinks Union, a.s., the Czech beverages group and owner of several Bohemian breweries (Krásné Březno, Velké Březno, Louny, Kutná Hora), whose portfolio includes the Zlatopramen brand.

This latest transaction, particularly after Heineken\\\'s acquisition lastyear of Královský pivovar Krušovice and STAROBRNO, a.s. in 2003 (KSB advised on both) has increased theHeineken group\\\'s market share on the Czech beer market and strengthened itsposition as leading brewer and beer distributor in the Czech Republic.

The Drinks Union acquisition is now waiting for approval from the CzechAntitrust Office and is expected to complete in the second quarter of 2008.

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