COMBINED COMPANY PROVIDES INDUSTRY-LEADING FOOD SOLUTIONS TO RETAIL
CUSTOMERS AND SHOPPERS ACROSS THE UNITED STATES
KEENE, N.H.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--September 22, 2025--
C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC ("C&S") today announced the completion of its
acquisition of SpartanNash Company ("SpartanNash"). The combined company
employs more than 30,000 team members and operates almost 60
complementary distribution centers covering the U.S. and serves close to
10,000 independent retail locations, as well as military commissaries
and exchanges, with more than 200 corporate-run grocery stores.
"The combination of these two great companies creates a platform for
future success. As ONE, we bring the best team in the industry to
provide advanced solutions to ensure braggingly happy customers and feed
our communities for generations to come," stated Eric Winn, Chief
Executive Officer.
The industry continues to evolve at a rapid pace, and both our customers
and our own businesses must evolve at or ahead of that pace, in order to
compete effectively and win. The integration of two industry-leading
companies will drive an even better service experience for chain,
independent and military customers across the nation, with the right
products at the right prices to support tailored assortments.
"We are grateful to our associates, customers and partners who have
supported us throughout this process. Our combined capabilities will
create meaningful new opportunities for our people, customers and
shoppers as we continue to deliver the ingredients for a better life,"
said SpartanNash President and CEO Tony Sarsam, who will now serve as an
advisor for a transitionary period with the combined company.
"Our goal is to build a company that will redefine our industry and
drive future growth for the next phase of our collective legacy as THE
BEST food solutions company in the industry," said Rick Cohen, Executive
Chairman.
Advisors
Solomon Partners served as the exclusive financial advisor to C&S.
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP served as legal advisor to C&S, and Sullivan
& Cromwell LLP served as legal advisor to C&S in connection with its
debt financing. BofA Securities, Inc. served as exclusive financial
advisor to SpartanNash. Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP served as
legal advisor to SpartanNash.
About C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC
C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is a leader in food solutions across the
United States. Established in 1918, C&S had its start as a supplier to
independent grocery stores. Today, the C&S family of companies --
including Grocers Supply, Hansen Distribution Group, FreshKo Produce
Services, The Davidson Specialty Food Group and SpartanNash$(R)$ --
delivers innovative supply chain solutions, products and services to
chain, independent and military customers from 60 distribution centers
nationwide. C&S offers a comprehensive range of products for every aisle
of the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods, including
within our private label portfolio. C&S operates more than 200
corporate-run grocery stores primarily under the banners: D&W(R) Fresh
Market, Grand Union, Family Fare(R) , Martin's Super Markets and Piggly
Wiggly(R) . C&S is deeply committed to corporate citizenship, actively
supporting various charitable causes that help enrich and feed our
communities. For more detailed information, please visit our website at
www.cswg.com.
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CONTACT: Media:
Lauren La Bruno
Senior Vice President of Communications & Marketing
C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC
CSComm@cswg.com
Investor Relations:
Julie Drake
Vice President, Assistant Treasurer
C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC
IR@cswg.com
(END) Dow Jones Newswires
September 22, 2025 09:06 ET (13:06 GMT)
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