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Artists unveil exclusive plate designs for Russell Hobbs and Action Against Hunger partnership

Unique artwork will raise funds for the global charity at auction

By Kim 4 min read 09 Jun 2026

The Mayfair Chippy teams up with Jam Industries on limited edition clothing range for National Fish and Chip Day

The brands are launching a range of t-shirts and caps to celebrate Britain’s best loved dish

Joanne 4 min read 03 Jun 2026

Swiss Butter to Open First Paris Location This June

Swiss Butter, the globally recognised steak frites concept known for its signature butter based sauce and streamlined dining model, will officially open its first Paris location this June, marking the brand’s 21st international restaurant.

Joanne 4 min read 02 Jun 2026

Jatt Life and Passerine combine to create New York’s latest chai martini as they agree house pour deal

UK premium vodka brand Jatt Life is working with one of New York’s most talked-about restaurants to create the hottest new cocktail for summer 2026 – the noor chai martini.

Joanne 4 min read 21 May 2026

Dantex strengthens European digital print strategy with new global commercial appointment

Dantex Group has further strengthened its strategic focus on digital print growth with the appointment of Christoph Michel as Global Commercial Director Digital.

Joanne 4 min read 18 May 2026

Exploring hybrid meat: the pragmatic bridge between taste, health and planet

By Dr Briony Sayers, ACI Group

Kim 4 min read 28 Apr 2026

25 Years of Engineering Excellence: JACOB Group UK

JACOB Group is celebrating 25 years of its UK presence, marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued growth and innovation within the industrial sector.

Joanne 4 min read 27 Apr 2026

ITI Group Signs Major MES Contract with Fazer

Finland’s Largest Confectionery and Food Manufacturer Selects ITI Group for €400m Factory of the Future Project

Joanne 4 min read 27 Apr 2026

Law firm supports acquisition of leading catering company

A long-established Midlands catering firm has been successfully acquired as part of a management buyout, completed with expert advice from specialist lawyers at mfg Solicitors.

Joanne 4 min read 20 Apr 2026

West African kitchen Baobab Cymru to open in rural Wales

New restaurant/café venture brings Ghanaian-Welsh hospitality to Carmarthenshire with strong community backing

Joanne 4 min read 15 Apr 2026

Hospitality and catering recruitment firm spreads Easter cheer to local foodbank

A specialist hospitality and catering recruitment firm has helped bring smiles to local children this Easter by donating over to 200 chocolate Easter eggs to the city’s foodbank.

Joanne 4 min read 18 Mar 2026

Le Jardin Secret: The Garden Restaurant Hidden in the Heart of Provence

In the small Provençal village of Cotignac, time seems to move differently. The narrow streets wind past stone houses and shaded squares, while cafés hum quietly beneath plane trees. It is the kind of place where people arrive for a day trip and end up staying longer than planned. Tucked within this village landscape is Lou Calen, a restored Provençal estate that spreads across several hectares in the centre of town. Hidden inside its gardens sits one of the most intriguing dining experiences in southern France: Le Jardin Secret.

Joanne 4 min read 18 Mar 2026

Le Trou au Mur Is Marrakech’s Best Kept Secret. You Just Have To Find It.

They say the best thing about Marrakech is not what you plan to see, but what you stumble across when you get lost.

Joanne 4 min read 17 Mar 2026

ULMA Packaging UK appoints new managing director

ULMA Packaging UK has appointed Paul Morican as managing director, strengthening its senior management team as the business continues to expand its offering of automation and packaging solutions across the UK and Ireland.

Joanne 4 min read 17 Mar 2026

i2r appoints new managing director to lead next phase of growth

Market-leading aluminium foil tray manufacturer, i2r Packaging Solutions, has appointed Benito Sala as its new managing director.

Joanne 4 min read 16 Mar 2026

Brunch boards, sharing plates & global flavours: how Brits are dining for Mother’s Day in 2026

Expert chef reveals the top dining trends for Mother’s Day 2026, as brunch, high tea, sharing dishes and global cuisines surge in popularity ahead of one of the biggest dining dates of the year.

Joanne 4 min read 12 Mar 2026

Abu Bakr Supermarket has launched a heartfelt Mother’s Day campaign encouraging shoppers to celebrate and care for their mothers all year round — not just on one day of the year.

The campaign, titled “Heaven Is at Your Mother’s Feet”, draws inspiration from the well-known teaching “Heaven lies beneath the feet of mothers,” which emphasises the high status, honour and reverence given to mothers. The tradition serves as a reminder that serving one’s mother with love, humility and care is a direct path to Paradise.

Joanne 4 min read 09 Mar 2026

HEN Z: Gen Z knocks steak off top spot as UK’s new favourite pie revealed

Chicken and mushroom is the UK's new favourite pie, a poll has revealed.

Joanne 4 min read 26 Feb 2026

How Integrated Energy Strategies Are Shaping the Future of Food & Drink Manufacturing

In today’s food and drink manufacturing landscape, energy is no longer just a line on the balance sheet, it’s a critical ingredient in achieving resilience, sustainability, and cost control.

Joanne 4 min read 23 Feb 2026

Leeds based Ayah Halal sees nationwide demand surge from gym-goers and health-conscious shoppers

Leeds-based halal meat supplier Ayah Halal is experiencing a surge in demand from fitness enthusiasts and health-conscious consumers across the UK, as more shoppers look for high-protein, restaurant-quality meat they can cook at home.

Joanne 4 min read 23 Feb 2026

Belu Water’s Natalie Campbell MBE to chair national skills charity

Pictured: Natalie Campbell MBE. Photo by: Nicole Engelmann.

Kim 4 min read 13 Feb 2026

2 in 5 Brits won’t eat at venues with a hygiene rating of 3 or below, new research finds

New research from Virtual College investigates the UK's attitudes to food hygiene

Joanne 4 min read 10 Feb 2026

Nyetimber Teams Up With Jamie George In Celebration of England Rugby Partnership

Ahead of the 2026 Guinness Men’s Six Nations, leading English sparkling wine producer Nyetimber has selected former England captain Jamie George as a brand ambassador. The announcement follows the recent appointment of Nyetimber as the official sparkling wine partner of England Rugby – a partnership that embodies a shared pioneering spirit and celebrates excellence both on and off the pitch.

Joanne 4 min read 29 Jan 2026

i2r strengthens commercial team with three strategic appointments

Leading aluminium foil tray manufacturer, i2r Packaging Solutions, has further strengthened its commercial leadership with the appointment of Fern Timmins as Head of Foodservice & Distribution, alongside two new National Account Managers, as the business continues to invest in long-term growth across key markets.

Joanne 4 min read 28 Jan 2026

CELSIUS® Enters Multi-Year, Global Partnership with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team

The exclusive partnership kicks off a bold new era in Formula 1® racing for CELSIUS, bringing innovative experiences to fans around the globe

Joanne 4 min read 26 Jan 2026

Sessions, the distribution engine for restaurant brands, gets ranked 14 in The Sunday Times 100 Tech

Sessions - the distribution engine for restaurant brands, turning loved food brands into national franchises - has today been announced in The Sunday Times 100 Tech, Britain’s fastest-growing private technology companies.

Kim 4 min read 20 Jan 2026

Teknomek launches mobile safety steps – tested to BS EN 131-7

Teknomek has launched an upgraded range of mobile safety steps, independently tested to BS EN 131-7, the recognised European standard for mobile ladders with a platform.

Joanne 4 min read 15 Jan 2026

Over half of hospitality SMEs report a positive boost from adopting viral trends, according to a new report

A new report from SumUp, the leading global fintech company, reveals how small businesses react to viral product trends.

Joanne 4 min read 13 Jan 2026

Remedy Leads the UK Kombucha Category with Biggest Advertising Campaign to Date

This week, the UK’s best-selling and most recognised kombucha, Remedy, launches its biggest advertising campaign to date, with a bold new national OOH and sampling push designed to drive brand awareness and trial at scale.

Joanne 4 min read 13 Jan 2026

Love Sum Secures Sainsbury's Listing as Sizeable New UK Factory Fuels Rapid Growth

MasterChef finalist Sandy Tang proves restaurant quality, chilled dumplings are in demand, with nationwide Sainsbury’s rollout following major UK manufacturing investment

Joanne 4 min read 12 Jan 2026

Nyetimber named official sparkling wine partner to Richmond Rugby Club

Nyetimber is pleased to announce a new partnership with Richmond Rugby Club, as it becomes the club’s Official Sparkling Wine Partner.

Joanne 4 min read 12 Jan 2026

Abu Bakr Supermarket has confirmed the appointment of Hamza Hussain as its new Managing Director, marking a significant generational shift for one of Yorkshire’s most recognised independent retailers.

The board announced the decision on Monday, describing Hamza as a “high-potential leader” equipped with a modern vision for the business as it prepares for its next phase of growth.

Rachel 4 min read 07 Jan 2026

Leading the way in hygienic design

Trusted by professionals worldwide, Teknomek manufactures hygienic furniture and equipment tailored to the highest industry standards.

Joanne 4 min read 05 Jan 2026

Combilift's 100,000th Forklift Raises €100,000 for Global Children’s Charity

Global materials handling leader Combilift has celebrated a major manufacturing milestone by transforming its 100,000th forklift into a powerful force for good, raising and donating €100,000 to the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund to support children in crisis worldwide.

Joanne 4 min read 23 Dec 2025

Small Christmases Surge as DINKs Choose Cosier Celebrations

A third (33% ) of DINKs plan to ditch big festive gatherings this year and spend Christmas Day just with their partner, as over half (54%) want to create their own traditions separate from their wider families.

16 Dec 2025

Akona welcomes students for hands-on engineering insight

Leading material processing and handling solutions group Akona Process Solutions has welcomed a group of T Level Engineering students from Preston College for a behind-the-scenes visit to its Darwen manufacturing facility, showcasing real-world engineering careers and inspiring the next generation of manufacturing talent.

Joanne 4 min read 12 Dec 2025

Clawson Farms Triumphs at World Cheese Awards 2025-26

Aged Rutland Red Wins Super Gold and Best British Cheese; Shropshire Blue and 1912 Stilton Earn Silver

Joanne 4 min read 08 Dec 2025

Choco and OpenAI join forces to launch the first AI Voice Agent for the food service industry

A strategic collaboration bringing real-time AI to one of the world’s least digitized sectors

Joanne 4 min read 08 Dec 2025

Sustainability entrepreneur driving UK takeaway drinks revolution wins GOLD at prestigious industry award

No More Lids wins Future of Food Competition 2025

Joanne 4 min read 04 Dec 2025

ITI Group Enters Exclusive U.K. Agreement with Astrée Software

MES Solution Addresses U.K.’s Manufacturing SME Sector

Joanne 4 min read 01 Dec 2025

Dog Cat & Mouse Wins National Marketing Launch for Dairy Free Ice Cream Co ‘Over the Moo’.

Over the Moo partners with Dog Cat & Mouse to ignite its 1st national marketing push.

Rachel 4 min read 01 Dec 2025

Bero and Aston Martin Forge a Distinctly British Alliance

BERO becomes Aston Martin’s Official Alcohol Free Beer Partner

Joanne 4 min read 11 Nov 2025

Celsius Expands its International Leadership and Celebrates a Year of Growth

Two years into its current international growth campaign, Celsius Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: CELH) continues to carry momentum — expanding into new markets, earning accolades from retail and industry partners, and strengthening its leadership team to support this area of growth for CELSIUS®, the premium, functional energy drink brand for active lifestyles.

Joanne 4 min read 05 Nov 2025

DataLase joins Bergman & Beving Group to accelerate global growth

DataLase, a global leader in photonic printing solutions, has announced that Bergman & Beving AB has acquired a 90% shareholding in the business. Based in Widnes, Cheshire, DataLase provides patented, sustainable, inkless (at point of packing) and customised printing solutions for product and packaging applications worldwide.

Joanne 4 min read 05 Nov 2025

Get your FIX at Harrods: Inside FIX Dessert Chocolatier’s First International Pop-Up

Month-long pop-up marks The Original Dubai Chocolate’s debut outside the UAE

Joanne 4 min read 28 Oct 2025

Stockley’s Moves To New Purpose-Built Facility To Support Ambitious Expansionist Vision

Stockley’s growing presence within handcrafted confectionery, indulgent chocolate and enticing fudges meant that it was only a matter of time before this leading voice within top drawer British confectionery needed to review and enhance its production capabilities to meet its bold, long-term expansion plans.

Rachel 4 min read 14 Oct 2025

Hebridean distillery raises a dram to £1.5M investment boost

Benbecula Distillery – one of Scotland’s newest whisky producers, based in the Outer Hebrides – has secured a £1.5 million investment boost from the British Business Bank’s Investment Fund for Scotland.

Joanne 4 min read 13 Oct 2025

AI Transforming Food & Beverage: 2025 Trends and 2026 Outlook

Artificial intelligence (AI) has moved from a futuristic concept to a practical tool transforming the food and beverage (F&B) industry. Across every stage of the value chain – from production and packaging to distribution and consumer engagement – AI is reshaping how businesses operate. The technology is helping manufacturers cut waste, improve traceability, enhance safety standards, and respond more quickly to market demands. With the global AI in F&B market already worth billions and expanding at a double-digit pace, 2025 marks a turning point where adoption is no longer optional but a competitive necessity.

4 min read 09 Oct 2025

TrueStart Coffee launches First TV Ad and Biggest Out of Home Campaign to Date

TrueStart Coffee is set to launch its first-ever TV ad and biggest out of home campaign to date, aligned with National Coffee Week (13–19 October)

Joanne 4 min read 06 Oct 2025

Combilift Re-Qualifies for Deloitte Best Managed Companies Award – 13 Years of Excellence

Combilift , once again, has been recognised as one of Ireland’s Best Managed Companies by Deloitte, marking their 13th consecutive year receiving this prestigious accolade.

Joanne 4 min read 30 Sep 2025

Unchartered Territory Appoints Lucy Thomas as CEO to Lead Global Growth from UAE

Global brand building agency Unchartered Territory has appointed Lucy Thomas as its CEO (Commander & Chief), signalling the next phase of growth for the fast-rising firm founded by former Liquid Death International executives Oli Russell-Cowan and Ben Dando.

Joanne 4 min read 22 Sep 2025

Taro Brighton Opens September 2025

9th Site for the Growing Japanese Restaurant Group

Joanne 4 min read 18 Sep 2025

Akona Process Solutions launches new website to showcase complete processing portfolio

Akona Process Solutions has launched a new website that reflects its growth into a comprehensive provider of material processing and handling solutions. The move marks a significant milestone in a journey that has seen four leading brands - Cablevey, Kason, Marion, and Spiroflow - unite under the Akona name. Designed with customers in mind, the website not only offers clear navigation across Akona’s full range of processing technologies but also features interactive content that brings the company’s story and equipment to life.

Joanne 4 min read 08 Sep 2025

Gerald McDonald Strengthens Market Position Through Demos Ciclitira Acquisition

Gerald McDonald Group, a 108-year-old family-owned business supplying the food and drink industry since 1917, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Demos Ciclitira Ltd, a respected importer and packer of dried fruits, seeds, grains, and natural foods. This strategic acquisition brings together two long-standing businesses with shared values, strengthening ingredient solutions for customers across manufacturing, retail, and wholesale. The combined sourcing network now spans six continents, ensuring resilient, flexible supply and access to the very best produce from around the world.

Joanne 4 min read 04 Sep 2025

The power of ten! Autopack celebrates ten-fold expansion and sets sights on continued growth

Leading independent integrator of packaging lines Autopack has marked a tenfold growth in turnover over the last five years – and is targeting ambitious plans for even further growth.

Joanne 4 min read 14 Aug 2025

Borough Broth simmers steady growth with Invoice Finance support from eCapital

London, UK – 11 August 2025 - Borough Broth, the UK’s leading brand in organic, slow-cooked bone broths, is using a tailored Invoice Finance facility from eCapital to support its national expansion and product innovation.

Joanne 3 min read 12 Aug 2025

“Crave” Reveals the Biology Behind Modern Addictions and Gives Readers a Science-Backed Path to Better Health

Groundbreaking new book by UC San Diego professor and internationally respected medical scientist shows how everyday cravings influence cancer risk and metabolic balance.

Kim 3 min read 16 Jul 2025

How to Lose Weight When You Can't Afford Healthy Food

Losing weight is often portrayed as a journey of green smoothies, organic quinoa, and expensive gym memberships. But what if you’re trying to shed extra pounds on a tight budget? Many people believe that healthy eating is unaffordable, leading them to feel discouraged or stuck in unhealthy habits. Fortunately, the benefits of healthy eating don’t have to come with a hefty price tag. With a bit of planning and some smart choices, it’s entirely possible to eat well, lose weight, and stay within your budget.

Joanne 4 min read 15 Jul 2025

Tom Holland’s BERO Serves Up Star Power at Padel Takeover in London

BERO, the premium non-alcoholic beer co-founded by Tom Holland, brought serious star power to the court with a one-day Pro-Am padel tournament at London’s Padel Social Club, and it’s already rivalling Wimbledon as the social sporting event of the summer.

Joanne 4 min read 11 Jul 2025

wagamama set to open brand new restaurant in the Cotswolds as it opens its first new site in 2025 (1)

On Wednesday 16th July, wagamama is set to open a brand new, iconic restaurant in the Cotswolds, as demand continues to grow for the brand’s nourishing menu on its iconic benches.

09 Jul 2025

New leadership at i2r signals ambitious plans for growth and innovation

Europe’s largest fully integrated aluminium foil tray manufacturer, i2r Packaging Solutions, has announced a new era of leadership with the appointment of a managing director to drive the company’s ambitious plans for growth, innovation and sustainability.

Joanne 4 min read 07 Jul 2025

The Ancient Shepherds by Mark Poynton: an all new dining experience in an established location

On Wednesday 16 July, Mark Poynton along with new business partners, Gareth and Emma John will launch The Ancient Shepherds in Fen Ditton, a village located three miles outside of Cambridge. A restaurant with rooms located on the site of Mark’s former restaurant, MJP @ The Shepherds, this heralds an exciting next chapter for Mark and team.

Joanne 4 min read 25 Jun 2025

Henderson Foodservice serves up streamlined supplier product data management, in partnership with Akeneo

Akeneo’s Supplier Data Manager (SDM) automates the collection, cleaning and enrichment of product data - saving an estimated 10 minutes of processing time per item across Henderson’s 5,000+ product range

Joanne 4 min read 25 Jun 2025

ULMA Packaging UK appoints new Regional Sales Manager for Ireland

Leading packaging machinery manufacturer, ULMA Packaging UK, has appointed Robert McKenna as regional sales manager for the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, strengthening the company’s commitment to growth across both markets.

Joanne 4 min read 19 Jun 2025

wagamama set to open brand new restaurant in the Cotswolds as it opens its first new site in 2025

On Wednesday 16th July, wagamama is set to open a brand new, iconic restaurant in the Cotswolds, as demand continues to grow for the brand’s nourishing menu on its iconic benches.

Joanne 4 min read 17 Jun 2025

Durham Box strengthens sales team with new appointment

County Durham-based corrugated packaging manufacturer, Durham Box, has announced the appointment of Steven Fallon as Area Sales Manager, responsible for Northern England.

Joanne 4 min read 13 Jun 2025

Have your say in Hospitality Action’s 2025 Mental Health & Wellbeing Survey

As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, UK charity Hospitality Action has launched its annual Taking The Temperature Mental Health & Wellbeing survey - the industry’s definitive benchmarking tool for understanding mental health and wellbeing in hospitality.

Kim 3 min read 23 May 2025

UK sales of European chorizo from Spain reach record high

Sales of European chorizo from Spain have hit a record high as UK consumers’ appetite for quality cured meats grows in the UK market.

Joanne 4 min read 16 May 2025

Tortuga Logistics unveils progressive rebrand and launches a new app to empower drinks brands in the UK

Today, Tortuga Logistics, the specialist back-office distribution partner for drinks brands entering or scaling in the UK, announces a bold rebrand and the launch of its new client app - built to deliver faster clarity, control, and commercial power to brands. Tortuga currently supports over 40 independent brands, including Pimentae Margaritas, Renais Gin, Mijenta Tequila, Desi Daru Vodka, and Ojo de Dios Mezcal.

Joanne 4 min read 15 May 2025

Quaker Oats and Team GB Join Forces to Fuel Britain’s journey to the Olympics

Quaker Oats Named Official Partner of Team GB

Joanne 4 min read 15 May 2025

555 Amanda’s Salmon Roulade Wins “Best New Ingredient” at The Sammies 2025

Seafood supplier 555 Amanda has claimed a major industry prize, this time winning Best New Ingredient at The Sammies 2025 (the British Sandwich & Food to Go Industry Awards) for its breakthrough Salmon Roulade.

Joanne 4 min read 14 May 2025

Combilift and CMETB Celebrate 10 Years of Pioneering Engineering Traineeship

This week saw a landmark celebration at Combilift’s global headquarters in Monaghan, marking the 10th anniversary of the highly successful OEM Engineering Traineeship—a collaborative initiative between Combilift and the Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB). The event, which welcomed past graduates, current trainees and local educators, underscored the programme’s evolution from a local skills initiative to a cornerstone of regional industrial development.

Joanne 4 min read 09 May 2025

Coffee Brewing Revolution: Bluewater to Showcase Award-Winning Café Station at London Coffee Festival

Bluewater, a global innovator in premium water purification and beverage solutions, will unveil its award-winning Café Station at the London Coffee Festival, running 15–18 May at the Truman Brewery. In partnership with UK distributor HTG, Bluewater will showcase its cutting-edge technology at Booth HP30.

Joanne 4 min read 08 May 2025

California Walnut Industry Anticipates Strong 2025 Crop Following Ideal Spring Conditions

In the midst of favorable growing conditions, California walnut growers are reporting outstanding early-season conditions that point to a positive outlook for the 2025 crop, according to industry experts monitoring the state’s orchards.

Kim 4 min read 07 May 2025

Rebecca Adlington OBE shares her story for Coeliac Awareness Month: “I wish I had asked my doctors to test me sooner.”

With only 36%1 of people with coeliac disease currently medically diagnosed in the UK, there are an estimated 500,0001 people experiencing unexplained and often debilitating symptoms. One of these people with undiagnosed coeliac disease, was Rebecca Adlington OBE and four-time Olympic medal-winning swimmer.

Kim 4 min read 02 May 2025

Wedding Guests say ‘I Don't’ to Booze’ One in Three Young People Plan to Go Sober at Weddings this Year

From toasting the newlyweds with a glass of bubbly to keeping energy high on the dance floor, weddings are traditionally flowing with drinks.

Joanne 4 min read 02 May 2025

iPRO Renews Long-Term Partnership with Royal Navy Rugby League for a Further Three Years

iPRO is delighted to announce the renewal of its long-standing partnership with the Royal Navy Rugby League (RNRL) for a further three years. Having worked together since 2018, this collaboration continues to strengthen, ensuring Royal Navy Rugby League players receive premium healthy hydration both on and off the field.

Kim 4 min read 28 Apr 2025

i2r further invests in its Ultra container range with new large-format edition

Leading aluminium tray manufacturer i2r Packaging Solutions has strengthened its award-winning Ultra container range by launching a new 260mm x 260mm x 50mm profile. Designed for large, ready-to-cook family meals and multi-portion food products, this latest format combines enhanced strength with lightweight performance, offering food manufacturers a high-quality solution for demanding applications.

Joanne 4 min read 17 Apr 2025

DataLase and TamperTech partnership delivers smart tamper-evident tape for modern supply chains

DataLase, the global leader in Photonic Printing solutions and TamperTech, a market leader in the design and manufacture of tamper-evident packaging and security solutions, have joined forces to introduce a groundbreaking innovation in tamper-evident tape technology. The development marks the first time DataLase’s photonic printing technology has been incorporated into tamper tape, combining security, authentication and tracking into a single, seamless solution.

Joanne 4 min read 16 Apr 2025

Diversey’s Combined Innovations Can Transform Your Cleaning and Boost Productivity

You face many challenges to your ability to compete in the food processing industry. With the expectation of doing more with less now an ever-present priority, finding savings is an essential part of any successful production strategy.

Joanne 4 min read 14 Apr 2025

Easter Egg-ellence – MM Packaging cracks record volumes and creativity

MM Packaging Deeside is celebrating over 100 million Easter Egg packs of all shapes and sizes rolling off its production site for the UK’s biggest brands and brand owners.

Joanne 4 min read 10 Apr 2025

Generous Z Tops the Dinner Table as Young People Hailed ‘Best Party Guests’

It’s an unspoken rule that bringing a gift to a dinner party is a thoughtful gesture that shows appreciation for the host’s hospitality.

Joanne 4 min read 08 Apr 2025

Grupo MAS accelerates logistics and cuts waste with Cimcorp’s fast automation

Grupo MAS – a Spanish, family-owned business with more than 50 years of experience in the food distribution sector – has chosen Cimcorp, a pioneer in intralogistics solutions, as its trusted automation partner.

Joanne 4 min read 04 Apr 2025

ACI Group urges businesses to be proactive in face of Trump tariff turmoil

Distributor and supply chain expert ACI Group has urged businesses to adopt a proactive approach to the supply chain challenges posed by US President Donald Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs.

Joanne 4 min read 03 Apr 2025

Bitter Aftertaste: UK Food and Drink Industry Hit by New 10% US Tariff

The UK's food and beverage industry is bracing for significant disruption following the United States' announcement of a 10% tariff on British imports, including iconic products such as Scotch whisky, biscuits, and tea.

4 min read 03 Apr 2025

Spiroflow research identifies industry trends driving bulk bag handling equipment upgrades

Global powder handling and dry bulk solids processing specialist Spiroflow, an Akona Process Solutions company, has published its 2024 State of Bulk Bag Handling report, providing key insights into industry trends and future investment plans. The findings indicate a positive outlook, with 77% of industry professionals contemplating upgrades or replacements for bulk bag handling equipment within the next two years. The report also demonstrates strong business growth, with nearly all respondents (98%) reporting an increase in activity over the past year and more than half (52%) experiencing growth rates exceeding 11%.

Joanne 3 min read 01 Apr 2025

How AI is making automation even more of a game-changer

AI (artificial intelligence) is driving a new era in automation, where the fusion of advanced technology and smart systems creates solutions that are faster, more adaptable and fit for the future.

Joanne 4 min read 01 Apr 2025

Is your thriving food and drink business ready to scale?

In a sector where there are lots of new entrants and new products coming to market all the time, food and drink businesses know that they need to be ready to scale their operations quickly and efficiently. But how should they prepare to scale and when should they move from planning to implementation?

Rachel 4 min read 27 Mar 2025

Dantex brings back the ultra-popular PicoColour as the ultimate entry-level digital press

Dantex Group is proud to relaunch its highly popular, small-footprint PicoColour. This compact press makes a significant impact, embodying its original ethos, while being designed to provide high-quality printing at an accessible entry level for customers. The newly modernised PicoColour offers a compelling solution for businesses seeking to enter digital production.

Joanne 4 min read 25 Mar 2025

Surgere launches Agentic AI Assistant, enabling instant insight into Supply Chain Data

Surgere, the industry leader in creating supply chain visibility with 99.9% data accuracy, has launched its new agentic AI assistant: Sophia, an intelligent supply chain companion fully integrated into Surgere’s Interius platform. Sophia makes supply chain professionals’ lives easier by delivering real-time analysis and action based on their unique supply chain data.

Joanne 4 min read 25 Mar 2025

Choco Launches Autopilot – The First AI Agent in Food Distribution

Choco is introducing the first AI agent in food distribution. With Autopilot, Choco AI is no longer just assisting—it’s making decisions. For the first time, an AI agent is autonomously processing sales orders from any channel and sending them straight to ERPs—without manual input or delays.

Joanne 4 min read 24 Mar 2025

Helping Food & Beverage Brands Stand Out in a Digital World

In the fast-paced food and beverage industry, having a great product isn’t enough—you need to be seen, heard, and remembered. That’s where Waltons Digital Media comes in. As part of Waltons Publications Ltd, they bring brands to life through smart, creative, and results-driven digital marketing. Whether you’re looking to grow your audience, improve engagement, or boost sales, their expert team makes it happen.

4 min read 20 Mar 2025

Plasfilms’ customers see the benefits of digital self-service platform

Films distribution business, Plasfilms, part of the Plastribution Group, has reported a growing number of customers adopting its digital self-service platform, Plastribution Plus (Plastribution+). Launched in April last year, the innovative platform enhances the customer experience by providing 24/7 access to manage account information, sales orders and invoices.

Joanne 4 min read 13 Mar 2025

ACI Group highlights key role of supply chain contingencies in response to Trump tariff chaos

Distributor and supply chain expert ACI Group has highlighted the importance of building resilient supply chains and investing in niche alternative ingredients and materials to combat economic uncertainty around the world.

Joanne 3 min read 12 Mar 2025

Vita Mojo unveils Report on Tech-Driven Strategies to Tackle Rising Hospitality Costs

● New report from Vita Mojo highlights how ambitious hospitality operators can leverage technology to drive efficiency, mitigate rising costs, and build long-term resilience

Joanne 4 min read 05 Mar 2025

i2r bids farewell to retiring CEO

Leading aluminium tray manufacturer, i2r Packaging Solutions, has announced that Peter Reay, co-founder and long-serving CEO, is stepping down after 17 years in role.

Joanne 4 min read 03 Mar 2025

Dantex strengthens partnership with Spectrum Digital Labels through second PicoJet installation

Digital and conventional printing solutions specialist, Dantex Group, has helped existing customer, Spectrum Digital Labels, expand its digital printing capabilities by adding a second digital press - the impressive PicoJet 1200 DRS with CMYK + white and advanced inline flexo and lamination capabilities. The latest investment highlights the ongoing relationship between the two companies and reinforces Spectrum’s commitment to high-quality digital label and packaging production.

Joanne 3 min read 25 Feb 2025

Michael Kaye appointed General Manager of the Combustion Engineering Association

The Combustion Engineering Association (CEA) is pleased to announce Michael Kaye as its new General Manager. With a strong background in mechanical and design engineering, coupled with years of industry leadership, Michael brings both expertise and a fresh perspective to this long-standing trade association and educational charity.

Joanne 4 min read 11 Feb 2025

Bakkavor announces 74 New Apprenticeship Roles for 2025, Strengthening Key Skills Across its UK Operations

As part of National Apprenticeship Week, Bakkavor, the UK’s leading provider of fresh prepared food, has announced 74 new apprenticeship opportunities as part of its award-winning Apprenticeship Programme for 2025. Successful applicants will join a structured programme available across key UK regions, including Lincolnshire, London and Scotland. Applications open on 10th February, closing in June for a September 2025 start.

Rachel 4 min read 06 Feb 2025

Vita Mojo Partners with the Salad Project to Scale Digital Experience for Customers as Brand Opens New Site

Vita Mojo, the tech partner of choice for ambitious hospitality operators has partnered with The Salad Project to open its 8th London store amid a ‘salad boom’ in the capital. The Salad Project, a leading name in quick service, is using Vita Mojo to scale its digital experience for customers, aiming to open a total of 20 locations by 2027. Vita Mojo’s technology has been used by more than 150 operators globally to date, including LEON, GAIL's and Honest Burger.

Joanne 4 min read 30 Jan 2025

Gong cha lands on the Isle of Ireland: Belfast welcomes the world’s fastest-growing bubble tea sensation

Gong cha, one of the world’s fastest-growing global tea brands, is pleased to announce its first store opening in Northern Ireland. Located at 66-68 Botanic Avenue in the heart of the Belfast, the store will open its doors on Friday 24th January to customers looking for premium whole leaf tea products. To celebrate the grand opening, the first 100 customers through the door will receive a free bubble tea. Following that, all drinks will be half price across the standard drink menu for the day.

Kim 3 min read 15 Jan 2025

South African Raisin Industry outlines ambitious production aims

South Africa has set the goal of becoming the world’s third-largest raisin producer as it continues to increase plantings and improve efficiency.

Joanne 4 min read 07 Dec 2024

Exports set to rise as South Africa prepares for positive stone fruit season

South African stone fruit growers are predicting a better export season ahead after 2023/24 was disrupted by weather and logistical issues.

Kim 5 min read 06 Dec 2024

A Piping Hot Pizza is the Top Treat for Santa this Christmas Eve

After going down millions of chimneys in a single evening – and delivering trillions of presents – is a mince pie and a glass of sherry really the best we can do for Father Christmas? It’s a resounding ‘no’ from Britain’s youth. A new poll by data creation company, Walr asked under 25 year-olds which food they thought Santa would actually like on Christmas Eve, when he finally gets a chance to put his feet up after all the presents have been delivered.

Wendy 4 min read 06 Dec 2024

Bakkavor Desserts in Devizes Celebrates Cultural Diversity in the Workplace

Diversity and inclusion are key priorities in modern Britain – and these issues are being championed in sport, music, film, Government and education. Bakkavor Desserts in Devizes also believes that businesses have a key role to play to be advocates for positive change, and to be influencers in the communities where they do business.

Joanne 4 min read 04 Dec 2024

Fresh Batch of Festive Success for Lincolnshire Gingerbread Maker

An artisan gingerbread producer from Grantham has expanded his routes to market and seen online sales for his traditional Grantham Gingerbreads grow by 400% in the past year, using key learnings from the Small Business Charter’s Help to Grow: Management Course.

Joanne 4 min read 29 Nov 2024

Rob Rinder heads back to the courts in his biggest case yet – the trial of the Quality Street paper tub

Quality Street® has teamed up with broadcaster, author and barrister Rob Rinder MBE, to preside over the hottest ‘case’ of the festive season - the trial of Quality Street new paper tubs.

Joanne 4 min read 26 Nov 2024

Bakkavor sets the record straight following its meaningful attempt to settle the strike in Spalding

In response to Unite the Union’s claim that it has “launched an international campaign” to lobby our stakeholders - Bakkavor today speaks out and sets the record straight on the local strike in Spalding, which it has attempted to resolve.

Joanne 5 min read 08 Nov 2024

Added Value Enterprises appoints new Business Development Manager

Food and catering management specialist Added Value Enterprises (AVE) has strengthened its senior management team with the appointment of a new Business Development Manager.

Joanne 4 min read 05 Nov 2024

Sapling Spirits Appoints Mark Cornell as New Chairman

Sapling Spirits has appointed Mark Cornell as a Chairman, bringing his extensive leadership experience from the global wine and spirits industry to the team.

Joanne 4 min read 21 Oct 2024

Bluewater appoints Niklas Ivarsson President Commercial Division (Horeca) at Bluewater USA Inc, Spearheading Brand Re-Launch in North America

Bluewater USA Inc, a wholly-owned member of Sweden’s Bluewater Group, a global innovator in water and beverage solutions, is excited to announce the appointment of Niklas Ivarsson as President, Commercial Division HoReCa North America. With a 20-year track record in global sales and marketing in the food and beverage and manufacturing industries, Ivarsson will play a pivotal role in relaunching Bluewater Brand business-to-business operations in the North American market.

Kim 3 min read 16 Oct 2024

The Supply Chain Academy - Level 3 Supply Chain Practitioners Apprenticeship

If you are looking to take on a new staff member then why not give them the opportunity to go straight into our work-based apprenticeship.

Joanne 2 min read 21 Aug 2024

Loma Systems appoints new UK sales & service director

Leading global manufacturer of inspection systems for food quality and safety, Loma Systems, has recently announced the appointment of Ralph Mbanefo as its new UK Sales & Service Director, effective 1 April 2024.

Gina 3 min read 12 Jun 2024

Pentair appoint Valve & Process Solutions Ltd as the UK’s only authorised Channel Partner for Südmo Spares & Components

Following collaborative discussions with leading supplier to the UK process industries, Valve & Process Solutions Ltd., Pentair are delighted to announce that an authorised Channel Partner agreement has been made and will come into effect April 2024.

18 Apr 2024

Popcorn Kitchen adds marketing clout to its top team with arrival of Phil Cross

As a further show of ambition and fine snacking intent, Popcorn Kitchen has recruited Phil Cross to its top team as de facto Head of Marketing, bringing some timely communication cohesion and consistency to a bustling brand carving a distinct pathway within the UK’s artisanal popcorn scene.

Rachel 4 min read 10 Apr 2024

AMP and AHS strengthen European sales teams with new appointments

In a significant move to drive strategic growth within the European market, global leaders in material handling and processing equipment, Advanced Material Processing (AMP) - which incorporates the expertise of Kason Corporation and Marion Process Solutions - and Automated Handling Solutions (AHS), comprising Spiroflow and Cablevey Conveyors, have announced the addition of three new regional managers to their European sales teams. The appointments underpin AMP and AHS's ongoing commitment to delivering innovative solutions to their customers.

Gina 4 min read 26 Feb 2024

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