Today we recieved a letter dated July 30th to suppliers announcing the acquisition of Johnn Froeschels Lyra-Bleistift-Fabrik GmbH & Co. by the Italian writing instruments group FILA Group. No specifics as to timing of the close were provided, however a follow-up conversation with FILA indicated the close occurred on July 27, 2008.

Here are excerpts of key relevant facts:

Heathrow, Fla., Dec. 17, 2007 – Dixon Ticonderoga Company announced today that Donald S. Currie has been appointed chief executive officer (CEO), effective Jan. 1, 2008, succeeding Richard A. Asta. Asta will step down as CEO effective December 31, 2007, but will continue with the company in an advisory capacity, working with Currie to effect a smooth transition. Currie will report to Massimo
Candela, Chief Executive Officer of Dixon’s parent company, FILA S.p.A. (Milan, Italy).

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