All Allied Bakeries articles
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NewsCMA launches inquiry into ABF’s acquisition of Hovis
The competition watchdog has launched an invitation for comments on the proposed deal between the bread giants ahead of a formal investigation
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NewsLosses extend at Allied Bakeries ahead of Hovis acquisition
Associated British Foods is expecting its proposed Hovis acquisition will enable a turnaround of its UK bakery business following another loss-making financial period
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NewsKingsmill owner ABF to acquire Hovis to create a ‘profitable bread business’
The deal will combine the production and distribution activities of the two firms to create a ‘profitable UK bread business that is sustainable in the long term’
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NewsSandwiching bread giants: merger proposed between Allied Bakeries and Hovis
Allied Bakeries owner Associated British Foods has confirmed it is in discussions with Hovis owner Endless regarding a potential deal
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NewsABF ‘evaluating strategic options’ for Allied Bakeries as losses deepen
Kingsmill owner continues to face a ‘very challenging market’ leading to lower volumes and sales, according to its interim results
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NewsAllied Bakeries strengthens delivery fleet with investment in 68 new vehicles
Supply chain for Kingsmill, Allinson’s and Sunblest brands as well as own label bakery ranges will benefit from the improvements in road safety and fuel consumption
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NewsAllied Bakeries drivers in Glasgow secure 8.5% salary increase
Manufacturer of Kingsmill, Allinson’s, and Sunblest bakery brands agrees two-year deal following a pay ballot participating in by Unite trade union members
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FeatureWhat are the UK’s top bread brands’ tactics for 2024 and beyond?
Discover how Warburtons, Hovis and challengers such as Jason’s Sourdough are handling the inflationary environment and reacting to changing consumer bread buying habits
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NewsBakers Basco signs new agreements with Allied Bakeries and Hovis
Membership scheme has expanded its role to become the primary source of investigation and recovery of its equipment for the bakery giants
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NewsBakery firms and retailers pledge support for Coronation Food Project
ABF, Samworth Brothers, and Warburtons are among those to join the food redistribution project, which aims to provide more support to those experiencing food insecurity
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NewsAllied Bakeries and AB Mauri post improved results
Inflationary challenges have been overcome by improved performances from the UK bread manufacturer and the bakery ingredients supplier
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NewsAllied Bakeries and Grupo Bimbo UK join Federation of Bakers
Two new additions sees the trade association now represent nearly two-thirds of the UK’s branded ambient (sliced wrapped) bread market
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NewsAllied Bakeries workers go on strike in Liverpool
Bakery staff seeking increased wages at a factory producing Kingsmill and other bread brands have chosen to strike over pay
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NewsAllied Bakeries owner ABF reports double-digit growth
Ingredients performed particularly strongly thanks to good cost recovery at AB Mauri, while Allied Bakeries also showed improvement
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NewsAllied Bakeries owner ABF expects sales to be up 20%
Allied Bakeries volume sales had been resiliant, reported ABF, but the business remained under pressure from cost inflation
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Product NewsKingsmill enters premium bread market with bloomer loaves
A Great White Bloomer with Sourdough and Malted Bloomer are being added to the range to attract consumers looking for craft-style loaves
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NewsDelivery drivers call for support on missing bread baskets
Bakers Basco research shows 93% of drivers feel they have a responsibility outside of their daily duties in ensuring the safe return of equipment
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NewsKingsmill to fund healthcare training for third year running
The bread giant has so far met the full training costs for 16 healthcare roles, with a further eight in Lincolnshire now agreed
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NewsBakers Basco to assist Allied Bakeries in basket recovery
A new agreement will see the bread equipment management firm help to recover the Kingsmill owner’s baskets and dollies when they fall outside of the usual supply routes
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FeatureHow are the biggest bread players tackling sustainability?
British Baker looks at the strategies, goals and targets put in place by Hovis, Kingsmill and Warburtons to reduce their environmental footprints