Archives for February 20, 2025

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HGV driver shortages: Delivery delays and hiring struggles

HGV driver shortages: Delivery delays and hiring struggles

By William Dodds

With heavy goods vehicle (HGV) driver numbers continuing to fall, we asked Keith Hawes, director of Nationwide Vehicle Contracts, about the potential implications for the food and drink sector and the causes of the trend.

Sweet condiment rebrands

Sweet condiment rebrands

By Bethan Grylls

Both Scottish Bee and Pure Maple have revealed new looks at they make strategic shifts to fit in with current market trends.

Alternative protein patents skyrocket

Alternative protein patents skyrocket

By Gwen Ridler

European patents for alternative proteins have skyrocketed in the last 10 years, but work to make these products tasty and affordable is often overlooked, according to the Good Food Institute (GFI).

American jam brand sets up production in UK

American jam brand sets up production in UK

By Bethan Grylls

Following its launch into the UK in 2023 with its chia jam, American jam brand Smash Foods has made a trio of announcements including a major rebrand, two new flavour launches, and setting up production in the UK.

Gen Z innovators win EU food innovation challenge

Gen Z innovators win EU food innovation challenge

By Gwen Ridler

Gen Z is out to transform Europe’s food system, with five teams of young innovators taking home a share of €25k (£20.6k) in prize money at this year’s Menu for Change challenge.

Why food manufacturers should expect more from their bank

Why food manufacturers should expect more from their bank

By John Harrison

As food manufacturers continue to face tightening cost margins, a key question for many is how to finance continued growth and innovation. John Harrison, head of relationship management at Allica Bank, explains why firms can expect more support from...