Consultation launched on baking industry apprenticeship 18-Mar-2019 By Aidan Fortune The London South Bank University has launched a consultation on new apprenticeship standards for the baking industry.
DEVELOPMENT HUB How Puratos puts innovation centre stage 08-Mar-2019 By Noli Dinkovski With innovation centres around the world, Puratos is on the frontline of new product development. So, what are its latest findings?
KP Snacks launches recycling scheme 06-Mar-2019 By Aidan Fortune KP Snacks has unveiled a nationwide recycling scheme for its bagged nuts, popcorn, crisps and pretzels range.
'New level' flow-wrapper for bakeries unveiled 04-Mar-2019 By Ellie Woollven Uxbridge-based Ilapak has introduced a new flow-wrapper specifically for bakery firms.
Sugar to halt ABF half-year progress 25-Feb-2019 By Aidan Fortune A predicted drop in revenue in its sugar division is expected to be the only black mark on Associated British Foods’ (ABF) interim results.
Mr Crumb gains new US listings 06-Feb-2019 By Aidan Fortune Irish stuffing manufacturer Mr Crumb has earned new listings in the US market, broadening its international footprint.
The Primal Pantry launches new multipacks 29-Jan-2019 By Aidan Fortune Snacking brand The Primal Pantry has added a new multipack value offering to its range.
Egg contracts under scrutiny 18-Jan-2019 By Aidan Fortune A “gross imbalance” in contracts between egg producers and packers has led to reform calls by the industry trade body.
Finsbury fights off difficult trading environment to grow sales 17-Jan-2019 By Aidan Fortune Speciality bakery product manufacturer Finsbury Food Group has weathered what it described as a “difficult trading environment” to see a modest growth in sales.
The London Deli Company eyes export growth 14-Jan-2019 By Aidan Fortune York-based food manufacturer The London Deli Company has set the ambitious target of growing its exports by 30% in the next year.
Macphie fights off challenging market to deliver turnover growth 02-Jan-2019 By Aidan Fortune Food ingredients manufacturer Macphie shook off a “challenging backdrop” to deliver an increase in turnover in its annual results.
Bakery fined more than £150k for health and safety offences 12-Dec-2018 By James Ridler A manufacturer of baked goods has been fined more than £150,000 for health and safety offences involving long-term exposure to flour dust.
Council backs new Weetabix production line 10-Dec-2018 By James Ridler Breakfast cereal manufacturer Weetabix has been given the green light to build a new production line at its plant in Corby, Northamptonshire.
French Village Bakery moves into catering sector 06-Dec-2018 By Aidan Fortune Northern Ireland-based French Village Bakery has invested £850,000 to expand its catering division.
Kellogg’s turns Corn Flakes into beer 06-Dec-2018 By James Ridler Breakfast cereal manufacturer Kellogg’s has partnered with independent brewer Seven Bro7hers to turn its waste corn flakes into beer.
