Asmodee acquires Lion Rampant Imports and strenghten its operations in North America

The Asmodee Group announces today the acquisition of Lion Rampant Imports. The closing of the transaction was made on August 7^th.

Founded in 1992 by Ross Fleming and Rose Kriedemann, Lion Rampant is one of the leading boardgames distributors in Canada and a growing operator in the Unites States of America.

Lion Rampant’s diversified catalog is composed of a full range of hobby, family board, educational and strategy games as well as supplies and miniatures. The company has a strong coverage in Canadian English-speaking territories which will enable Asmodee to consolidate its undisputed leadership in this market.

“We are thrilled to establish a deeper partnership with Lion Rampant and strengthen our position in Canada and in the US. Lion Rampant and Asmodee had been working together for more than 10 years and this step will allow us to provide our clients with an exhaustive and customized range of products to fulfill any needs.” said Stéphane Carville CEO of Asmodee Group.

“We are proud to join the Asmodee Group, this will enable Lion Rampant to embark on the next leg of its existence and continue to prosper and consolidate its position as a true retailer partner” said Ross Fleming, CEO of Lion Rampant.

About Asmodee

Asmodee Group is a leading international games publisher and distributor with operations located in Europe, North America, and China. Asmodee’s best known titles, either published or distributed on behalf of key publishing partners, include Catan, Ticket to Ride, Splendor, Dobble/Spot it!, Star Wars: X-Wing, 7 Wonders, Dixit, Takenoko, Abyss, Timeline, Jungle Speed, The Werewolves of Miller’s Hollow. In some European countries, Asmodee also distributes trading card games such as Pokemon, Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh! Asmodee has headquarters in Guyancourt, France.

About Lion Rampant

Based in Brantford, Ontario, Lion Rampant is a Canadian company which has been operating for more than 25 years in the games distribution sector. In cooperation with its key publishing partners, it distributes games such as Magic the Gathering, Dungeons & Dragons, Codenames, Saboteur, Ghost Blitz, and Magic Labyrinth.

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