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Olvi acquires Bosnian brewery Banjalucka Pivara to expand in the Balkans 

The Finnish drinks group has agreed to buy Banjalucka Pivara, boosting its Balkan presence and export potential. The brewery, known for Nektar lager, posted €28m in net sales in 2024, and the deal completes pending local regulatory approval in Q1 2026.

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