Japanese beer giant Asahi has completed the acquisition of Miller Brands UK, creating Asahi UK. The newly company, which will include Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch and Meantime beers, is part of the company's European strategy to lead ...
Spanish firm Saica Group has agreed to acquire Irish-owned Americk Packaging Group of companies. Americk produces labels and cartons, as well as environmental and flexible packaging solutions. The company manufactures reel-fed, ...
Potato processing company Branston has opened a new £5m prepared foods factory extension in Lincolnshire, England. Branston has expanded the plant’s capacity in partnership with British supermarket chain Tesco which has been ...
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Green Valley Organics has announced the launch of lactose-free butter, the first-ever on the US market that is both lactose free and certified organic. Green Valley Organics lactose-free butter is now available at Sprouts, Meijer, New ...
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The new line will arrive in a range of sizes to suit all budgets - from £1.99 for Mister Maker’s signature craft projects like Wacky Wobblers and Mini Bugs, to the fully-loaded Super Craft Box at £19.99. Asobi has teamed ...
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British gin exports have increased in value by 166% since 2000, with exports to the US rising by 553% in the last decade, according to the Wine and Spirit Trade Association's (WTSA) latest annual spirits report. The report details the ...
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Cask88 has released its collection of rare Scottish whisky for sale globally. A private collection of over 100 rare bottles of Scottish whisky is now for sale with additional bottles being added daily. These rare and exclusive bottles can ...
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UK-based corrugated packaging supplier Cepac has unveiled plans to expand its facility in Doncaster. The company will install new machines and expand manufacturing space at the facility under the million pound project, which is expected ...
Ardent Mills is showcasing its latest grain-based industry solutions at the 2016 International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE), which is being held from 8 to 11 October. "At Ardent Mills, we continuously work for the good of grain, and ...
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Chinese yuan or renminbi (RMB) has been included into the basket of special drawing right (SDR) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) since Oct 1, marking a milestone in the internationalization of the RMB. Here are seven things you need ...
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Premier Foods is investing in its Batchelors brand, as part of its effort to expand its presence in the e microwaveable ambient pots market. Three brand new product ranges, Batchelors High Veg Pots, Soup & Dippers and High Protein Pots, ...
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McVitie’s has announced the launch of a brand new multipack format for its popular McVitie’s Hobnobs Flapjacks with the first McVitie’s Hobnobs Flapjacks Variety Bag. Including the latest flavour in the range – ...
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Innovative Bites has launched Baking Buddy's 100% Natural Tinned Pumpkin, which is available from Sainsbury's, Waitrose and Tesco in the UK. Pumpkin might be the most famous of all the winter squashes, but the bright orange fruit is most ...
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Tomlinson’s Dairies has announced that it will invest £14m to expand its milk processing plant in Minera, Wales. The expansion plan comes in wake of bagging a supply contract from Sainsbury for its stores in Wales and also in ...
The special limited edition action figure will celebrate 50 years since England won the World Cup, as well as the 50th anniverary of the iconic toy, and donations from sales will go directly to the Bobby More Fund To celebrate 50 years ...