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Archives for August 24, 2018
Grenade wins nationwide M&S listing
Coventry-based healthy snacking brand Grenade has launched its range of Carb Killa protein bars in Marks & Spencer (M&S) stores nationwide.
Opinion
Going out on a limb for packaging development
Every manufacturer wants their fast-moving consumer goods to make speedy progress onto the shelf, as well as off it. But how can firms accelerate the packaging development process for that to happen?
Young’s posts growth as it continues search for buyer
Fish processor Young’s Seafood has posted strong third-quarter results, as it confirmed it was still seeking a buyer for the business.
UKWA urges post-Brexit import inspection change
The Government has been urged to adopt new legislation that allows foodstuffs entering the country to be inspected at inland premises, to ease the flow of goods into the country post-Brexit.
News in brief
Will Smith launches drinks brand in UK
Movie and music star Will Smith was spotted stacking shelves at Boots’ Westfield shopping centre store this week, as part of the launch of his son’s new drinks brand Just Water in the UK.
Competition watchdog investigates Tangerine sale
An investigation into the acquisition of Tangerine Confectionery by Valeo Foods has been launched by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).
Orkney Cheese Company fined for fall from height
An Orkney-based cheesemaker has been fined for health and safety failings, after a worker was seriously injured by a fall from height.
£1m Tulip investment yields new business
A £1m investment by Tulip at its Tipton facility has led to increased business for the pork processor.
Clearly Drinks boss in hunt for ‘new challenges’
Clearly Drinks chief executive Finn O’Driscoll is to step down from his role after just over two years at the soft drinks manufacturer.
UK secures £240m China dairy export deal
International trade secretary Liam Fox has secured a multi-million pound export deal with China to supply UK dairy products made with milk from third countries.
No-deal Brexit papers slammed by trade bodies
The publication of technical notices to prepare the UK for a potential no-deal Brexit have been met with hostility by trade associations and unions, which have criticised the Government for presenting a “grisly prospect” that showed “utter contempt” for...
Opinion
Legal implications as blockchain disrupts food
Dominic Watkins, partner, global regulatory and compliance at law firm DWF, talks about the legal implications of blockchain on the food industry.