The new company will be headed up by CEO Peter Warton and will incorporate both the existing Deerfield team and the current Rubie’s structure as managed by Tony Bugg.

Rubie’s Australia director, Chris Isitt said: “I am delighted and proud to welcome everyone involved with Deerfield into the Rubie’s family. Deerfield is a company with a fantastic reputation built up over many years through quality and service.

"We look forward to combining this with Rubie’s worldwide expertise and resources to develop both the product line and distribution base in a market with fantastic potential."

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