Asahi Europe and International (AEI) has announced the acquisition of Octopi Brewing, with plans to brew Asahi Super Dry in the US for the first time.

Asahi Europe has agreed to acquire the entire beer, cider, soft drinks and distribution business of Fuller, Smith & Turner PLC for £250m on a debt free, cash free basis.

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