AMSTERDAM (dpa-AFX) - Dutch brewer Heineken N.V. (HINKY.PK), in a response to recent press speculation, said that it has been approached by British brewer SABMiller Plc. (SAB.L, SBMRY.PK) regarding a potential acquisition of heineken. Heineken noted that it has consulted with its majority shareholder and concluded that SABMiller's proposal is non-actionable.
The company stated that Heineken family has informed SABMiller, Heineken and Heineken Holding N.V. of its intention to preserve the heritage and identity of Heineken as an independent company.
The Heineken family and Heineken N.V.'s management are confident that the Company will continue to deliver growth and shareholder value.
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