Greencore has completed the disposal of its chilled desserts facility in Minsterley to Muller Dairy UK for £4.3 million. Greencore has now transferred some production and related manufacturing equipment from
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Since the start of 2013 up to 40 percent of European Union pigs will come from farms that are flouting animal welfare rules, according to Britain’s National Pig Association (NPA).
International dairy groups FrieslandCampina and Bongrain have established a joint venture with limited scope, effective from 1 January 2013. The joint venture will be responsible for the sale of Royal
The slow recovery in international dairy prices that began in August continued through into the final quarter of 2012, but failed to gain much momentum, according to Rabobank’s latest dairy
According to ‘Fruit & Vegetables 2013’, a new report by market intelligence company Key Note, the fresh fruit and vegetable industry in the UK is struggling. Still, in 2011, the
French drinks group Rémy Cointreau is acquiring the entire share capital of Larsen, the Vikings’Cognac. Founded in 1926, Larsen is one of the last independent cognac producers, with a range
Known globally for the quality of its products and capabilities, Schenck Process provides food manufacturers with total engineering solutions in the areas of bulk materials handling, feeding, weighing, conveying and
Premier Foods has renewed its long-standing licence to produce Cadbury branded cake products until at least June 2017 as part of its plan to boost growth in the cake category.
Leatherhead Food Research has identified the key global issues that are likely to have an impact on the food and drink industry in the coming 12 months. “Global population change
With leading coffee retailers announcing massive expansion plans across China and a new generation of coffee culture loving consumers, the market for cafés in China has never been better. Indeed,
Food and drink manufacturers have trebled the number of apprenticeships across the industry, beating an original target to double before the end of 2012. The latest data from the National
Pro2Pac is returning with a new look, a new layout and the same continued commitment to showcasing the latest innovations in food & drink packaging and processing, in what is
Charles Wells has announced its annual results for the financial year to 29 September 2012, incorporating the performance of Wells & Young’s Brewing Company, Charles Wells Pub Company and John
Over half of UK shoppers (52%) often change their meal plans based on which products are on promotion at the supermarket, according to the latest research published by IGD ShopperVista.
Solae, the world leader in developing innovative soy technologies and ingredients, has produced a report to identify the ‘Market Opportunities for Protein-Fortified Foods and Supplements in the Active, Aging Market’.
ExxonMobil Lubricants & Petroleum Specialties Company, a division of Exxon Mobil Corporation, is the first lubricant provider to garner ISO 22000:2005 certification for facilities that manufacture NSF H1-registered lubricants. This
In the wake of the UK Government’s announcement to introduce a consistent front-of-pack labelling system, which will help consumers make healthier purchasing decisions, food manufacturers are now under more pressure
Less need for sample gas, measurement of the gas pressure in the packaging and a brighter and more brilliant display: Witt-Gasetechnik has improved its mobile gas analyser even more with
Total Produce, Europe’s leading fresh produce company, has agreed to acquire 65% of Grandview Ventures, which trades as the Oppenheimer Group, in two stages. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, the Oppenheimer
Symbol group operators, such as Budgens and Costcutter, now account for 40% of UK convenience store sales, according to the latest research published by IGD. This share is up from
On 1 January 2013, Fiona Dawson, president of Mars Chocolate UK, becomes president of IGD. Andy Clarke, chief executive of Asda, becomes vice-president. Fiona Dawson has been vice-president of IGD
Wessanen has decided to postpone the divestment of its US subsidiary American Beverage Corporation (ABC). Wessanen started the divestment process of its US subsidiary in June in line with its
Stock Spirits Group is moving a step closer to becoming Central and Eastern Europe’s largest spirits business by acquiring leading
Glanbia Co-operative Society members have resoundingly approved a €224 million share spin-out and sale of Glanbia plc shares after a
The Top Ten Trends in food for 2013, and how they relate to cocoa and chocolate applications, have been revealed
Measom Freer has launched a new range of scoops in standard food safety colours, with antibacterial additive also available to provide
Have you ever wanted the ultimate tamper-evident solution for your product – that only a sealed tin can provide –
Manuplastics has led European plastic product innovation for over 75 years and specialises in the design and manufacture of high-quality,
At Ecopack, Nicholl Food Packaging will showcase its variety of tray packing solutions, demonstrating their versatility and suitability for a
Leading ingredient specialists Pecan Deluxe Candy (Europe)’s aggressive expansion strategy and drive for growth continues with a series of new
Cocoa and chocolate products manufacturer Barry Callebaut is acquiring the Cocoa Ingredients Division of Petra Foods, Singapore for $950 million.
Netherlands-based food group VION has agreed to a management buy-out of its UK pork operations, securing around 4,000 jobs, subject
Danone is preparing a cost reduction and adaptation plan to win back its competitive edge in Europe, where the downturn
With the sustainable packaging market set to reach £111 billion within five years, it’s not surprising that ECOPACK, the UK’s
According to 58 per cent of branding, packaging and marketing professionals, environmental issues have become so mainstream that consumers now
Diageo has announced that its discussions with JB y Compania SA de CV and Lanceros S. de CV, relating to the future
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF), representing the UK’s largest manufacturing sector, is celebrating five years of success in reducing
Taura Natural Ingredients is set to launch a range of natural concentrated fruit pieces designed specifically for use by artisan
Trade show organiser easyFairs has experienced a record number of exhibitor bookings for its PACKAGING INNOVATIONS event at the NEC
LABELLING INNOVATIONS, the new co-located show with PACKAGING INNOVATIONS and PRINT INNOVATIONS, taking place 27 & 28 February 2013 at
Although the show is some way off, exhibitors are already planning major launches for PACKTECH 2013. The two day show
By Neil Giles, Marketing and Communications Manager, Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection Division The use of innovative product inspection systems, such as
Over the coming months and years FrieslandCampina Germany plans to make major investments in its German plants as well as
Captain Morgan, the world’s number two brand in the rum category, has reached a landmark 10 million cases sold –
Tate & Lyle, the global provider of ingredients and solutions to the food, beverage and other industries, has signed an
Matcon is a market leading organisation who specialise in providing “Lean” solutions for the handling and processing of powders, granules,
FTSE Group (FTSE), a leading global index provider and pioneer in responsible investment, has launched the Sir Mervyn Pedelty Award
Johnnie Walker, the world’s number one Scotch whisky, has opened the Johnnie Walker House Beijing, the world’s largest embassy for
Heineken is marking its 140-year anniversary with the launch of a spectacular light installation and is inviting people across the globe
Glanbia, the global nutritional solutions and cheese group, has appointed Brian Phelan as an Executive Director with responsibility for Group
Today’s consumers are value-conscious, interactive, multicultural, health-driven, socially responsible and always connected. In developed markets, conspicuous consumption is out, with
Ken McMeikan, chief executive of Greggs, the UK’s largest retail baker, is to leave the group to take up the
The latest UK grocery share figures from Kantar Worldpanel UK, for the 12 weeks ending 25 November, show the market
By Ann O’Connell, Partner, Corporate Strategy, PwC and Chris Brown, Senior Manager, Growth Markets, PwC Irish food and drink produce
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