The review will involve Clemmow Hornby Inge, which works on Anchor, and DDB London, which handles Lurpak and Cravendale, taking part in the pitch, the result of which will be announced in April 2006. Three other agencies will also take part in the review.
Arla said it is looking for a team with "the best understanding and personality". The pitch process came following a strategic communications review conducted by Arif Bangi, Arla's media and communication manager.
"The review is part of a company-wide initiative to drive strategic best practice across the business. We are looking for one key partner to manage our multi-brand portfolio and to propel us forward in what will inevitably be a period of sales growth and new product innovation," Bangi said.
Media, which is handled by Carat, will not be affected by the review. Arla recently appointed JCPR to its 拢1m PR account after a four-way pitch.
Last month, Simon Stevens, Arla sales director, was named as its top UK marketer following a management reshuffle.
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