Peter Quinn joins Branston board as non-executive director
National potato supplier, Branston, has announced that former divisional managing director of Samworth Brothers, Peter Quinn, will be joining the main board as non-executive director. Peter has more than 18 years of high-level management experience in PLC and private...
UK’s biggest 150 food producers suffer falling profits
An increasingly uncertain economic landscape and the looming threat of Brexit is continuing to take its toll on the food and drink industry. The UK’s biggest 150 food and drink supplier profit margins fell for a second consecutive year to 5.8% in 2018 from 6.2% in...
Meat brand Wall’s to produce vegan products
Wall’s Pastry, the UK’s number one sausage roll brand[1], has made, what it calls a ground-breaking move as it announces the launch of its first ever vegan range. With over 200 years in the meat industry, Wall’s Pastry has taken the decision to expand its portfolio to...
Ishida opens East African office
Ishida Europe is opening a dedicated office for East Africa to provide localised sales, service and spares support to food processors and packers throughout the region. The new office in Nairobi will include a fully equipped demonstration area, featuring a selection...
NMiTE launches lean manufacturing CPD courses with Avara Foods
NMiTE (New Model in Technology and Engineering) has launched Lean Manufacturing CPD (Continuing Professional Development) courses with Hereford based food manufacturer, Avara Foods as Anchor Partner. Through its CPD programme, NMiTE will welcome experienced...
