15.04.2026

Arion Bank ad­visor in Gar­ri's ac­quis­i­tion of con­trolling stake in Mekka Wine­s&Spir­its

Arion Bank's Corporate Advisory was the advisor to Garri ehf. in the company's acquisition of an 80% stake in Mekka Wines&Spirits hf.

Garri was founded in 1973 and has built a strong position in the corporate and restaurant market with sales of food products, packaging, and hygiene solutions.

Mekka has been operating since 1995 and has for many years been one of the largest alcohol wholesalers in the country.

The acquisition marks the merger of two well-established companies in the wholesale market and is an important milestone in the continued development and growth of the business.

We sincerely congratulate the shareholders of Garri and Mekka Wines&Spirits on the transaction and are confident that the collaboration will strengthen the position of both companies and create increased opportunities for growth and development in the future.

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