Brunswick Group is repping H.J. Heinz Corp. as the venerable ketchup maker agrees to a $28B buyout deal from Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway and Brazil’s 3G Capital, owner of Burger King.

Bill Johnson, Heinz CEO, called the deal “a historic transaction” of “one of the most respected brands in the global food industry.”

He noted that “Heinz is being acquired from a position of strength.” Its stock recently traded at an all-time high after packing in 30 consecutive quarters of organic topline growth.

Buffett’s statement says “Heinz has strong, sustainable growth potential based on high quality standards, continuous innovation, excellent management and great tasting products.

BH and 3G Capital promise to maintain Heinz’s headquarters in Pittsburgh and to continue to support its community initiatives and investments.

Brunswick’s Steve Lipin handles the transaction.