Greencore and Bakkavor Reach Agreement on £1.2 Billion Merger
Bakkavor has accepted Greencore’s provisional acquisition offer of approximately £1.2 billion, equating to 85p per Bakkavor share plus 0.604 in new Greencore shares. This offer...
Category : Supply Chain
Coca-Cola HBC Expands Collaboration with Wincanton
Coca-Cola HBC, the strategic bottling partner of Coca-Cola in Ireland, has renewed its long-term partnership with supply chain leader Wincanton. This contract extension, valid until...
United Wholesale Scotland Acquires English Wholesaler
UWS is set to enhance its market presence by acquiring Time Wholesale Services (TWS), marking a significant milestone in its five-year growth strategy announced earlier...
Prince’s Owner Set to Acquire Diageo’s Italian Operations
The Italian food company is poised to rebrand itself as NewPrinces following its significant £700 million acquisition of Princes last year. On May 13, it...
How Decision Automation Intelligence Enhances Efficiency for Refrigerated Truck Carriers
Operating a successful refrigerated freight business demands meticulous coordination due to the perishable nature of the cargo and the stringent temperature requirements necessary to maintain...
From fridge to forklift: how Yale® can help reduce food waste
Every year, a staggering one-third of all food produced is lost or wasted. This statistic is not only a significant economic burden but also a...
FSA Makes Decision on “Ocean Bound” Plastics in Food Packaging
The recent assessment by the Joint Expert Group for Food Contact Materials highlights that while ocean-bound plastic may be utilized, it does not extend to...
Outstanding Logistics and Supply Chain Businesses Named as Finalists for the 2025 Multimodal Awards
As the logistics and supply chain industry prepares for Multimodal 2025 in June, organisers have announced the businesses nominated as finalists at its prestigious Awards. Recognising exceptional...
National Food Crime Unit Leader Talks About Investigative Authority
Addressing food fraud is crucial for supporting reputable businesses and ensuring consumer safety. By safeguarding legitimate enterprises, we protect consumers from deceptive criminal actions. The...
McVitie’s Owner Appoints Interim Vice President of Quality and Food Safety
This month, Jones has officially joined the global snacking powerhouse, pladis Global, where he will oversee quality and food safety for the entire organization. With...