Lagardère Travel Retail to acquire Marché International.

Lagardère Travel Retail, a travel retail industry company, agreed to acquire Marché International, the multi-brand international catering company. Financial terms were not disclosed. "We are very happy to be integrating Marché’s network of innovative and creative concepts to further consolidate our global F&B expertise in Europe and Asia. Our two companies share a commitment to deliver world-class dining experiences to travelers, with a focus on the highest possible standards of quality and customer service. Drinking and dining is an essential part of the traveler’s journey which is why we have steadily invested into our foodservice growth and expertise over the past few years. In today’s environment, landlords and travelers expect we approach their needs holistically. We firmly believe that with our long-standing focus on strategically growing Travel Essentials, Duty Free and Foodservice, we are uniquely positioned to make the most of changing market dynamics and efficiently achieve sales growth," Dag Rasmussen, Lagardère Travel Retail Chairman and CEO.