Australia: Asaleo Care shareholders vote in favour of acquisition by Essity

Asaleo Care shareholders have voted in favour of the proposed scheme under which Essity Holding Company Australia, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sweden-based Essity Group Holding BV, will acquire all of the ordinary shares in Asaleo Care. Essity will acquire the remaining 63.8% of the shares of the Australian hygiene company for A$1.40 (US$1.09) per…