History of the Group 1970's
1979
Six bakeries were acquired, following Spillers' withdrawal from the industry.
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1978
W.G.Weston, founder of ABF, died in Canada.
The company opened a new bakery in Glasgow, the largest in Western Europe.
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1975
Turnover exceeded £1bn for the first time.
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1973
Acquisition of Cranfield Brothers added a further flourmill and 6 bakeries to ABF's portfolio.
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1971
Fine Fare opened the first 'out of town' superstore in Aberdeen.
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