DB Food Group acquired by UK retail firm
Meat wholesaler DB Food Group has been acquired by the Paramount Retail Group for an undisclosed fee.
Archives for August 21, 2025
Marks & Spencer invests £340M into high-tech distribution centre
This marks the retailer’s biggest investment ever into its food supply chain, as it injects £340 million into the development of an automated National Distribution Centre in Northamptonshire.
UK rum maker to launch first crowdfunding campaign
DropWorks Rum is set to launch its first crowdfunding campaign through online platform Crowdcube.
Meatable acquires Uncommon Bio’s cultivated meat platform
Dutch firm Meatable has announced the acquisition of Uncommon Bio’s cultivated meat platform for an undisclosed fee.
Waitrose loses managing director
The supermarket’s managing director has decided to step down after five years at the helm.
Premier Foods to acquire Merchant Gourmet in £48m deal
Premier Foods has agreed to acquire ready meal brand Merchant Gourmet for £48 million.