McVitie’s Owner Pladis Reports Mixed Results for 2025
The London-based confectionery and snacking group reported a 1.2% increase in revenue for 2025, reaching £3.27 billion compared with £3.23 billion the previous year. Pladis...
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Multivac UK to Open New Innovation Centre in Manchester Next Year
Multivac UK will open its Northern Customer Experience and Innovation Centre in October next year, extending its support for manufacturers across the north of England...
McVitie’s Targets Growth in China Through New Product Launches
McVitie’s is preparing to expand its presence in China by launching snacks developed specifically for local consumers, as parent company pladis works to turn the...
Bakery Deal Preserves Jobs at State Fair
State Fayre Ltd, which took over the bakery located on Middleton Road in Crumpsall back in 2017, has recently entered creditors’ voluntary liquidation earlier this...
Bernard Matthews Turkey Facility Set to Shut Down
The Bernard Matthews facility situated on Shaftesbury Street in Derby is set to close by the end of 2026. This announcement comes on the heels...
Boparan to Grow Restaurant Portfolio with New Locations
The group, owned by Ranjit Singh Boparan, founder of 2 Sisters Food Group, plans to launch 50 Slim Chickens locations across the UK in 2026....
Soaring Cocoa Prices Impact Chocolate Production
Since April of last year, cocoa prices have surged to record levels, creating turmoil within the food and beverage industry. Experts anticipate significant losses due...
Morley’s Prevails in Trademark Dispute with Competing Chicken Chain
Last year, Morley’s achieved a significant victory in its legal battle at the High Court when it successfully claimed that Metro’s had unlawfully infringed on...
Foster’s Embraces Australian Heritage with Fresh New Look
Foster’s has unveiled a refreshed visual identity aiming to solidify its standing in the ‘classic lager’ category. This move also supports retailers in leveraging the...
Alpro Commits to 100% British Oats Investment
In collaboration with the Navara oat mill in Kettering, Alpro is strategically sourcing most of its oats from farmers located within 80 miles of the...