PepsiCo has announced a number of senior leadership appointments, including the creation of a Global Chief Commercial Officer, to support
- Arla Foods Ingredients to acquire Volac’s Whey Nutrition business Arla Foods Ingredients has reached an agreement to acquire Volac’s Whey Nutrition business. The UK-based Volac group specialises in turning whey into ingredients for sports nutrition, with by- products being...
- Norbev increases turnover by over 50% following £300,000 investment in skills development Ballymena -based soft drinks manufacturer, Norbev has increased its turnover by over 50 per cent following an investment of almost £300,000 in the up-skilling of its staff. Founded in 1919,...
- The next generation of on premise consumers: how to win Ireland’s Gen Z spend Gen Z consumers are some of most frequent visitors to Ireland’s pubs, bars and restaurants. However, younger adults have been more affected by the cost-of-living crisis than older consumers –...
- Glanbia to expand its Nutritional Solutions business with $300 million acquisition Glanbia plc, the Better Nutrition company, has agreed to acquire US-based Flavor Producers LLC for an initial consideration of $300 million plus deferred consideration. Flavor Producers is a leading flavour platform...
- Booze brands remain on top in annual ranking of top 25 Irish brands Valued at EUR2.4 billion, Guinness remains the most valuable Irish brand for the third consecutive year, according to new data from Brand Finance, the world’s leading brand valuation consultancy. Guinness continues to leverage its...
The seventh annual Business Benchmark on Farm Animal Welfare, supported by Compassion in World Farming and World Animal Protection, has
Chr. Hansen has launched a plant-based, brilliant red that gives customers a natural alternative to carmine and synthetic colours. Chr.
Arla Foods, the UK’s biggest farmer-owned dairy company, has announced that its British owners will receive a total of £64
With world-renowned speakers, 300 industry-leading suppliers, and a record-breaking 6,922 visitors, Packaging Innovations, Empack and Label&Print had a triumphant return
Avery Dennison RBIS, a division of Avery Dennison Corporation, the Fortune 500® innovative packaging company, has announced a transformative initiative
Cargill has launched its new Gerkens® CT70 cocoa powder from the world’s leading cocoa powder brand Gerkens®, aimed at creating
Following discussions with its largest shareholders, the board of Premier Foods has decided to conduct a review of its strategic
Müller is set to disrupt the luxury yogurt segment with Müllerlight Amore, an Italian inspired luxury yogurt that is fat
Insights from some of the world’s largest food and nutrition research providers* has been analysed by NZMP, picking its top
A three year refurbishment programme has begun at Bunnahabhain Distillery on Islay, Scotland, as its owners, spirits and wine producer,
Emmi Group, the Swiss and international dairy business, increased sales by 2.8% (2.3% in organic terms) to SFr3.457 billion (€3.046
Harrogate Water has been awarded three supplier-of-the-year ‘Oscars’ – including overall Supply Partner of the Year – by UK foodservice
As of January 2019, Vince Gruber has taken over the role of Executive Vice President & President Europe for Mondelēz
Britain’s supply of casual dining restaurants dipped for the first time in nine years in 2018 as a sustained decline
The ceiling for national support to farmers will rise significantly, allowing greater flexibility and efficiency, notably in times of crisis
Arla Foods achieved strong growth in the UK, its largest market, during 2018.Total revenues in this country from retail and
After several years of decline, salmonellosis cases in the EU have flattened out. EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) scientists say
Carbery Group, the Irish nutritional ingredients, flavours and natural cheese producer, has started construction work on a new manufacturing facility
The European Commission has approved the addition of ‘The Vale of Clwyd Denbigh Plum’ from the United Kingdom in the register of
The new brine injection system is part of GEA MultiJector product family and is specifically dedicated to precise bacon and
Coca-Cola European Partners, the world’s largest Coca-Cola bottler, will invest over €500 million in 2019, as part of an ongoing
Dublin Liberties Distillery has become the 22nd operational Irish whiskey distillery on the island of Ireland. The new €10 million distillery located
Confectionery manufacturers can now rely on a new machine series from Gerhard Schubert for simple, frequently sought-after packaging tasks. The
One of Denmark’s leading food manufacturers is increasing its efficiency by installing an AmbaFlex AccuVeyor® AVX Dynamic accumulation system. This
Canada-based Saputo Group, which is one of the top ten dairy processors in the world, has made a recommended all
Danone has reported a 0.7% decline in revenue to €24.66 billion with operating income down 26.5% to €2.74 billion for
The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of sole control of Gleadell Agriculture by ADM
After a difficult first quarter, Arla Foods came out of 2018 with improved sales and brand share as the international
The latest figures from HM Revenue and Customs show that British gin sales abroad, in 2018, were worth £612 million
PepsiCo has reported a 2% increase in net net revenue to $64.66 billion and a 2% drop in operating profit
Kerry Group, the global taste, nutrition and consumer foods business, has reported a 3.1% increase in revenue to €6.6 billion
Premier Foods has decided not to proceed with the potential disposal of its Ambrosia brand. A number of parties expressed
Heineken achieved organic net revenue growth of 6.1% to €22.471 billion in 2018, with a 4.0% increase in total consolidated
Nestlé has reported a 2.1% increase in sales to SFr91.4 billion (€80.6 billion) for 2018 with organic growth of 3%
Maternal nutrition is a hot new opportunity in emerging markets, according to the latest report from food and drink experts,
Packaging Innovations, Empack and Label&Print 2019 returns to Birmingham’s NEC later this month with its most innovative show to date.
Müller Milk & Ingredients, Britain’s largest producer of branded and private label fresh and flavoured milk, cream, butter and ingredients,
Coca-Cola European Partners has reported its fifth consecutive quarter of revenue growth and announced plans to trade on the London
In line with its strategy to create added value and develop its branded business, DMK Group, Germany’s largest dairy co-operative,
Official figures from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have revealed a strong year for Scotch whisky exports in 2018, with
Kerrygold, Ireland’s iconic dairy brand and one of the country’s most successful food exports globally, is placing Irish farming families
Many new and exciting products are set to launch during the 21st International Food & Drink Event [IFE] 2019, taking place
Diageo has announced that plans have been formally submitted for the flagship Johnnie Walker visitor centre in Edinburgh. The Edinburgh
Carlsberg Group has unveiled a new Carlsberg Danish Pilsner as part of a bold strategy to revitalise its flagship beer
Largo Foods, Ireland’s leading snack food manufacturer, has announced its name change to Tayto Snacks, reflecting the strength, longevity, and recognition of
The latest grocery market share figures from Kantar Worldpanel for the 12 weeks to 27 January 2019 show the sector
Germany-based Nordzucker, which is one of the leading sugar manufacturers in Europe, is acquiring a 70% majority stake in Mackay
As the IQF vegetable market moves towards stand-up pouches, ILAPAK is at the ready with a new generation of versatile
Sales of beer in 2018 were up 2.6% on 2017, according to the latest Beer Barometer sales data from the