Scots craft bottling firm in demand after factory opening
A Scottish contract bottler that specialises in small batch runs has secured a full order book for its first three months of trading, just weeks after commencing production.
Archives for August 21, 2018
Strike action threatened at Dale Farm
Members of trade union Unite working for dairy processor Dale Farm have voted in favour of strike action, after a breakdown in pay negotiations.
UK holds potential to be an ‘exporting superpower’
The UK has the potential to become an “exporting superpower”, according to international trade secretary Liam Fox, as he launches a new strategy to boost export opportunities for the country post-Brexit.
Hyperama to use £15m finance package to boost imports
Nottingham-based food distributor and wholesaler Hyperama has secured a £15m finance package to help boost its importing capabilities and expand its premises.
McErlain’s Bakery pre-pack sale saves 260 jobs
Paul Allen, owner of Northern Irish crisp manufacturer Tayto Group, has rescued McErlain’s Bakery from administration in a pre-pack deal, protecting the jobs of more than 250 workers.
New design unveiled for Coca-Cola range
Coca-Cola Great Britain has revealed a new design for the Coca-Cola range, featuring new packaging for its Coca-Cola original and Coca-Cola Zero Sugar variants.
Seafood sector illegal gangmasters fined
Three Lithuanian men have been convicted of gangmaster offences in Northern Ireland, following an investigation by the Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority (GLAA).