Iconic retailer Barbeques Galore to continue under new ownership and operating structure

Barbeques Galore

Key Facts:

ACOM International has acquired the Barbeques Galore intellectual property, brand portfolio, and wholesale inventory from Receivers, securing the future of one of Australia's most iconic brands.
The acquisition includes well-known brands such as Ziegler & Brown, Ziggy, Turbo, Beefmaster, Firehawk, Arrosto Pizza Ovens, Downunder, Saxon, Maxiheat, and Kent.
All company-owned stores have closed, whilst independently owned stores continue to trade under licence.
The future business model will focus on supporting independent Barbeques Galore stores, expanding wholesale distribution, growing online presence, and exploring new retail partnerships and export markets.
Mike Ainsworth has been appointed CEO of Barbeques Galore, joined by experienced former team members, with ACOM International's 30-plus years of wholesale expertise providing a stable platform for the brand's next chapter.

ACOM International has acquired from the Receivers the Barbeques Galore intellectual property, together with its portfolio of leading barbeque and woodheating brands and significant wholesale inventory, securing the future of one of Australia's most iconic brands.

Key Points

ACOM International has acquired from the Receivers the Barbeques Galore intellectual property, together with its entire portfolio of leading barbeque and woodheating brands and significant wholesale inventory.
The portfolio includes Barbeques Galore; and popular brands such as Ziegler & Brown, Ziggy, Turbo, Beefmaster, Firehawk, Arrosto Pizza Ovens, Downunder, Saxon, Maxiheat, and Kent.
All company-owned stores are now closed, while the independently owned stores continue to trade.
Under ACOM Internationals ownership, Barbeques Galore will continue through a renewed national online business, and wholesale model; focusing support for the independently owned stores operating under licence, and broader wholesale network.
The strategy is to maximise the reach of the acquired brands, making them available to Australians through independent Barbeques Galore stores, their wholesale customers, and nationally online; while expanding into other retailers, and continuing to grow export markets.
Mike Ainsworth moves across as CEO of Barbeques Galore, alongside experienced members of the former Barbeques Galore team within ACOM, providing continuity across product, wholesale, suppliers, stores and online operations.

ACOM International has acquired from the Receivers the Barbeques Galore intellectual property, its portfolio of leading barbeque and woodheating brands and significant wholesale inventory, securing a future for one of Australia's most iconic retail names and its family of brands.

The acquired portfolio includes Barbeques Galore and well-known product brands including Ziegler & Brown, Ziggy, Turbo, Beefmaster, Firehawk, Arrosto Pizza Ovens, Downunder, Saxon, Maxiheat and Kent.

Following the closure of the company-owned store network, the future model will be built around reach: supporting the independently owned Barbeques Galore stores, growing business through existing wholesale customers, exploring partnerships with other retailers, renewing a focus on their national online presence; while continuing to explore growth in international export markets.

The strategy is to make not only Barbeques Galore and its portfolio of brands accessible to Australians wherever and however they choose to shop; but grow the popularity of their brands abroad. Ushering a new era for the 50yr old retailer; embracing their roots while embracing the digital first world of retail today with a relaunched online experience
soon to come.

ACOM International is an independently owned Australian wholesaler based in Seaford, Victoria, with more than 30 years of experience across camping, outdoor and related categories. The business supplies more than 500 retailers nationally and has built a strong reputation for product quality, customer service and long-term retail partnerships.

The acquisition strengthens ACOM's position within the outdoor living and adventure category while providing a platform to grow a portfolio of recognised barbeque and woodheating brands through its wholesale capability, retail relationships, independent Barbeques Galore store network and national online presence.

Mike Ainsworth joins as CEO of Barbeques Galore, leading the business alongside experienced members of the former Barbeques Galore product and wholesale teams.
Ainsworth said: “Our ambition is simple: to bring Barbeques Galore and some of Australia’s most loved barbecue and wood-heating brands within reach of more Australians. We will do that by supporting our independent Barbeques Galore stores, expanding distribution through wholesale customers and other retailers, growing our export markets, and maintaining a strong national online presence.”

“This is about building a simpler, more connected business that allows customers to access these brands through a local independent store, another trusted retail partner or online.

“The strength of ACOM gives the portfolio the stability and platform it needs for its next chapter. We can protect nearly 50 years of heritage while building a business designed to grow these brands and support customers, stores, retailers and suppliers for the long term.”

Further details regarding licensed store arrangements, wholesale account transitions, supplier onboarding and ordering processes will be communicated directly to relevant stakeholders over the coming weeks.

About us:

About ACOM International
ACOM International is an independently owned Australian wholesaler based in Seaford, Victoria, with more than 30 years of experience across camping, outdoor and lifestyle categories. The business supplies more than 500 retailers nationally and has built a strong reputation for product quality, customer service and long-term retail partnerships.

The acquisition of the Barbeques Galore brand and product portfolio further strengthens ACOM's position within the outdoor living category and provides a platform to grow some of Australia's most recognised barbeque and woodheating brands.

About Barbeques Galore
For almost 50 years, Barbeques Galore has been Australia's specialist in barbeques, outdoor cooking and woodheating, helping generations of Australians create memorable moments around the flame. Today, the Barbeques Galore portfolio includes the Barbeques Galore brand together with leading brands including Ziegler & Brown, Ziggy, Turbo, Beefmaster, Firehawk, Arrosto Pizza Ovens, Downunder, Saxon, Maxiheat and Kent.

Under ACOM's ownership, Barbeques Galore will continue through a new operating structure combining independently owned licensed stores, a national online business and wholesale distribution, ensuring the brand and its family of products remain accessible to Australians for generations to come.

Contact details:

Mike Ainsworth
[email protected]