JAPAN: Kirin Holdings to take full control of Mercian Corp
By just-drinks.com editorial team | 27 August 2010
Kirin Holdings has said that will take full control of its wine and spirits subsidiary, Mercian Corporation, following irregularities in the division's accounts.
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Kirin Holdings has said that will take full control of its wine and spirits subsidiary, Mercian Corporation, following irregularities in the division's accounts.

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