Pacific Brands buys out bed linen distributor Sheridan
22 Sep '05
3 min read
• improve the offshore sourcing capability; and
• continue the business transformation mentioned above.
The acquisition represents a significant opportunity for Pacific Brands to grow in the bed and bedding accessories categories and continue to leverage synergies through its existing scale.
Pacific Brands' commitment to market leadership has provided it with number one or two positions across its major product categories in Australia and New Zealand which include underwear, socks, intimate apparel, hosiery, footwear, bedding, bedding accessories and foams.
Pacific Brands is a big business. The origins of Pacific Brands can be traced back to 1893 when the business began manufacturing Dunlop bicycle tyres. Today, Pacific Brands is a leading manager of consumer brands in Australia and New Zealand, marketing some of the most recognised brands including Berlei, Bonds, Clarks (children's), Dunlop, Everlast, Grosby, Holeproof, Hush Puppies, King Gee, Slazenger, Sleepmaker and Tontine.