Nov 9, 2018 | News, Oils/Fats, Retailing
Frozen food retailer Iceland is broadcasting its 2018 Christmas advert online after being unable to secure advertising regulatory approval for ‘political’ reasons. This year, Iceland’s Christmas advert will not appear on TV alongside those of other retailers. The...
Nov 8, 2018 | News, Retailing
UK-based coconut snacks brand Ape Snacks has been sold to a private investor and food brand owner, the name of which has not been revealed. Ape Snacks was launched by Zack Nathan who said he started the business after noticing a potential lack of “appetising healthy...
Nov 7, 2018 | News, Retailing
Marks and Spencer Group plc (M&S) has reported its food revenue is down by 0.2% and like-for-like revenue is also down by 2.9%, reflecting tough trading over the 26 weeks that ended on 29th September 2018. According to the M&S half year results, the retailer...
Nov 6, 2018 | News, Retailing
PepsiCo intends to acquire crisp brand Pipers Crisps early in 2019, subject to approval by the Competition and Markets Authority. It has been revealed that the food and drink team at Walker Morris law firm have advised Pipers Crisps on the potential buy-out which is...
Nov 2, 2018 | Fish Processing, News, Retailing
The Marine Conservation Society’s (MCS) new Good Fish Finger Guide reveals some brands are more sustainable than fresh fish. The society found that 85% of fish in the fish finger products it investigated came from green rated ‘Best Choice’ fish. MCS says the...
Oct 31, 2018 | News, Retailing
Food and drink manufacturers are reporting an increase in costs as a result of stockpiling ahead of a possible ‘no-deal’ Brexit. The Food and Drink Federation’s (FDF) latest business confidence survey reveals that over a third (38%) of food and drink manufacturers are...
