Frasers Group acquires 41.98% stake in Malta’s Hudson Holdings

Hudson Holdings Limited, Malta’s leading retail company, has announced that Frasers Group plc, a UK-based global retail giant, has acquired a 41.98% direct shareholding in the company

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Hudson Holdings Limited (HHL), Malta’s leading retail company, has announced that Frasers Group plc, a UK-based global retail giant, has acquired a 41.98% direct shareholding in the company.

This is the first phase of an agreement that allows for additional staggered acquisitions, which would lead to Frasers Group holding a controlling interest in HHL.

This acquisition marks a transformative milestone for HHL. The strategic partnership will allow Hudson to leverage on their retail operational excellence, their brand portfolio and international retail concepts such as Sports Direct. The intent is to strengthen and accelerate Hudson’s retail and wholesale business which will further strengthen Hudson’s position as retail leader in Malta and a leading distributor and retailer in Africa.

Changes in Board of Directors

As part of the transaction, Frasers has appointed four directors to the board of Hudson Holdings Limited on the 16th January 2025, whilst George Amato and Kevin Valenzia resigned on the same date.

Hudson extends its deepest gratitude to Amato and Valenzia for their unwavering dedication and exceptional leadership, which have played pivotal roles in shaping the Hudson Group’s direction and growth. Their contributions have left a lasting impact on Hudson’s success and its strategic evolution. 

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