Welcome to Food Manufacture’s new look website
Welcome to the Food Manufacture Group’s new look website, which was launched yesterday (Monday October 2).
Archives for October 3, 2017
Conservatives ‘civil war’ ‘undermines business confidence’
Manufacturers’ business confidence is being undermined by public disagreements in the Conservative Party, warns the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).
Tangerine’s profits dip after UK sugar row
Sweet maker Tangerine Confectionery suffered a 65% fall in profit last year, as the company faced increased competition from European brands and uncertainties caused by the sugar debate.
2 Sisters claims ‘raise questions about management calibre’
Claims that 2 Sisters Food Group staff abused food safety, hygiene and welfare rules, while unproven, raised important questions about the calibre of management at the site, according to an industry insider.
Britvic factory closure puts 242 jobs at risk
Soft drinks manufacturer Britvic plans to close its Norwich factory, putting 242 jobs at risk.
Greggs’s sales rise after ‘supply chain investment’
High street baker Greggs reported total sales up by 8.6% in third-quarter results to September 30, attributing the rise partly to supply chain improvements.
Bakkavor plans £20M factory extension and 270 new jobs
Chilled food manufacturer Bakkavor has submitted plans for a £20M extension of its factory in Nottinghamshire, with the potential to create up to 270 jobs.