The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
Sainsbury’s CEO Simon Roberts appointed IGD president
IGD has announced that Jason Tarry will step down from his role of IGD president, and Sainsbury’s CEO Simon Roberts will take his place.
Industry trade body calls on Government to appoint Logistics Minister
Logistics UK has launched its Election Manifesto, calling for Government to appoint a Minister for Logistics and Supply Chain.
M&S slashes product prices as its customers prioritise value
UK retailer M&S has announced that it will invest in the price of over 200 products to “deliver trusted value” for its 30 million customers.
Cultivated eel product produced by cultured seafood start-up
Cultured seafood start-up Forsea Foods has collaborated with vegan restaurant Saido in Tokyo to produce cultivated eel.
Compass Group set to acquire Kew caterer CH&CO
Foodservice company Compass Group UK & Ireland has agreed to acquire caterer CH&CO, subject to regulatory approval.
Plant-based companies “particularly struggled” in 2023 – M&A report
Oghma Partners has released a new UK Food M&A report, noting that UK plant-based companies “particularly struggled” in 2023.
“Cheese market has opportunity to regain momentum” – Lactalis
International dairy group Lactalis has predicted the trends that it thinks will impact the cheese category in 2024 and beyond.
Timothy Riley appointed new FSA deputy chair
The Secretary of State for Health has appointed Timothy Riley as deputy chair of the Food Standards Agency.
Westminster Forum to discuss the future of food policy in March
The Westminster Food and Nutrition Forum has announced a new ‘Next steps for food policy in England’ conference.
Ella’s Kitchen appoints Tim Collins as MD
Food manufacturer Ella’s Kitchen has announced that Tim Collins has been named the new managing director effective immediately.