Greencore’s UK restructure may put jobs at risk
Convenience food manufacturer Greencore plans to streamline its UK business, in a move that may put jobs at risk, the manufacturer confirmed yesterday (November 7).
Archives for November 8, 2017
Alara Wholefoods boss on a sustainability mission
Alara Wholefoods md Alex Smith revealed why he claims his company is the world’s “most sustainable food manufacturer” in this exclusive video interview.
2 Sisters owner’s profits drop in full-year results
Boparan Holdings, the parent company of 2 Sisters Food Group, has reported a £26M drop in operating profit in its full-year results, as it struggles with a “tough trading environment” and rising input costs.
Shrinkflation ‘endemic creates food safety risk’
Pressure from retailers to cut costs have created “endemic” shrinkflation and risks compromising food and drink safety, according to a report from insurance broker Lockton.
FMEAS 2017
Coca-Cola youngster adds fizz with manufacturing Oscar win
Kodi Gledhill, a youngster from Coca-Cola European Partners, has won the prestigious Young Talent of the Year Award in the food and drink manufacturing industry’s Oscars – the Food Manufacture Excellence Awards – at The Hilton on Park Lane in London last...
Bakery shut down after pigeon and cockroach infestation
A London bakery has been ordered to close, after health inspectors discovered an infestation of cockroaches and pigeons in its storeroom.
Hilton Food Group completes acquisition of fish firm
Meat processor Hilton Food Group has completed its £80.8M acquisition of fish firm Icelandic Seachill, as it continues to drive volume growth in the UK and overseas.