Zeelandia opens multi-million-pound technical centre in Essex

Zeelandia UK, part of the global baking ingredients manufacturer, Royal Zeelandia Group, has launched a new technical centre in Colchester, Essex

The new technical centre has been designed to support all aspects of baking, including a covid-safe bakery, offices and … Read More

ULMA Packaging reveals compact automatic line for bakery sector

In response to an increase in SME bakery businesses seeking ways to integrate automated solutions to improve speed and drive cost-efficiencies on the packaging line, ULMA Packaging UK has designed a new entry-level automatic line with a reduced layout.

It has been designed … Read More

ISM and ProSweets cancelled due to COVID-19

As a result of the growing number of COVID-19 infections, travel restrictions and related lockdowns, it has been announced that both ISM and ProSweets Cologne 2021 will not be going ahead as planned.

Just two weeks ago, Koelnmesse, the top … Read More

Dawn Foods rolls out new sourdough donut mix to industrial bakery sector

A new sourdough donut mix from Dawn Foods is to be launched into the industrial bakery sector, described as the “first completely different donut texture”.

According to Dawn Foods, it’s a ‘mash-up’ that combines everything consumers love about sourdough bread … Read More

Red will shake up the food industry in 2021, GNT predicts

According to EXBERRY® Coloring Foods supplier GNT Group, red is set to “shake up” the food and beverage industry in 2021 thanks to its ability to “spark powerful emotions”.

As an iconic shade in the worlds of cosmetics, beauty, fashion, film … Read More

Asda rolls out Reindeer Crumpets for Christmas

Brand-new Reindeer Crumpets are being added to Asda’s shelves just in time for Christmas 2020.

The new range is expected to provide Santa-inspired snacks for families in the run up to Christmas.

They are available in packs of six in … Read More

UK government launches consultation on total ban of online advertising for unhealthy foods

A new consultation has been launched by the UK government on proposals to ban online adverts for foods high in fat, sugar and salt to tackle the obesity crisis and get the nation fit and healthy.

According to the UK … Read More

Mondelēz launches State of Snacking report

Mondelēz International has launched the second annual State of Snacking™ report, which looks at the role of snacking in the lives of consumers globally.

This year’s report reveals insights and data around changing consumer behaviours including eating habits, shopping trends and the … Read More

pladis makes McVitie’s Victoria packaging more sustainable

Global snacking company pladis is improving its sustainability credentials by rewrapping its classic McVitie’s Victoria selection – just in time for Christmas.

The repackaged version of the Christmas biscuit assortment will include a downsized card outer – helping to save … Read More

SternLife introduces two new protein concepts

SternLife, manufacturer of functional foods and food supplements, has unveiled two new   concepts for “promising market placement” of functional bars.

Its Vegan Deluxe concepts has been described to “blend excellent taste with a high-quality nutrient profile to capitalise on … Read More

Equity firm Endless acquires Hovis

Private equity firm Endless has announced that it has acquired Hovis – the UK’s iconic 134-year-old bakery brand for an undisclosed price. 

This is the firm’s third investment in the food sector in recent times. Endless previously owned and successfully … Read More

Consumers will pay more for sustainably sourced products, research shows

More than 600 people in four countries took part in the survey, which found that the COVID-19 pandemic has “increased the importance they place on price, but has not detracted from their focus on environmental issues”.

Three-quarters (75%) of respondents … Read More

Derby doughnut firm set for UK-wide expansion

Derby-based luxury doughnut company, Project D, is moving into a brand-new bakery, which is 11 times bigger than its previous home and will become a central hub for its UK-wide expansion.

Project D produces hand-made artisan doughnuts and believes the expansion will create … Read More

Nutella and Bakedin launches brioche baking kit

Nutella and Bakedin have teamed up to launch a new Brioche Bun Baking Kit in response to the recent home-baking trend that has “boomed” this year.

The new offering will give consumers the opportunity to enjoy the distinctive chocolate hazelnut … Read More