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InterviewMy Bakery Job: Andrea Stevens, commercial director, Four Anjels
As the only original founder left at the Cheltenham-based sweet treat supplier, Stevens warns that success brings demand and managing it has been a real challenge
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NewsNorthern Irish manufacturer Irwin’s Bakery ends family ownership
A takeover by local businessman Sam Rusk has ended 114 years of family ownership at Portadown-based Irwin’s Bakery. CEO Michael Murphy, who remains in place, tells British Baker what it means for the future
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NewsThe Compleat Food Group unveils senior hires to support growth and innovation
Steve Challouma has started in his new role as the manufacturers’s first chief growth officer, while Jo Smith will become its chief product officer later this month
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Feature SynopsesJanuary 2027: Cake Trends Report
A closer look at the trends playing out on the UK cake market from wedding cakes to celebration cakes, lunchbox favourites, everyday treats, and more
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NewsDavid Wood Baking acquired by lender as rebranding plans unveiled
Global asset manager Barings has taken the Leeds-headquartered bakery supplier out of family ownership whilst forming a long-term partnerhsip with co-founder and MD Karen Woods
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NewsInterfood Technology bolsters bakery equipment offering with Creeds Direct acquisition
The deal between the two Buckinghamshire-based businesses will see Creeds continue operating separately under its existing name
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NewsGreencore reraises FY26 profit guidance as strides made in Bakkavor integration
The food-to-go manufacturing giant reported manufacturing volumes have grown ahead of the wider market during Q4 with pro forma revenue up by 4.5%
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NewsLast chance to register for bakery reformulation webinar
Make sure to sign up for British Baker’s free webinar, which will be broadcast at midday tomorrow (13 October), featuring a panel of expert speakers
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NewsDeals on meals: bakery brands unveil new product listings and partnerships
New supply deals have been secured for products ranging from French pastries, Italian breads and Basque cheesecakes, to British-style cakes, pies, and pasties
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NewsJones Village Bakery profits soar as investments support growth in FY25
Wrexham-based manufacturer continued to expand capacity during its latest financial year, helping to improve sales including exports and drive up profits
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NewsBakery manufacturer Norac Foods UK names Blerina Essen as new CEO
Assuming the newly designated leadership role, she supersedes former UK MD Jean-Pascal Allemand who steps down after more than a quarter of a century with the family-owned firm
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NewsThe right tools: suppliers launch new equipment for bakery firms
From creating and scanning QR codes, to logging internal temperatures and printing edible cake toppers, the latest bakery equipment offer a variety of solutions
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OpinionGreggs manufacturing consolidation called “sensible” for efficiency but union shares concerns
A bakery consultant and market analyst offer explanations and insights into the bakery chain’s plans to close four production sites, with a workers union deeply concerned by proposed job losses
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NewsOne week left to sign up for bakery reformulation webinar
Taking place at midday on Tuesday 13 October, the webinar will see experts from Waitrose, Finsbury Food Group, FDF Scotland, and Lumina Intelligence discuss the key influences and challenges behind bakery reformulation in 2026
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NewsUnstable health policy deterring food innovation investment, research finds
A recent survey has found 69% of food manufacturers saying greater regulatory certainty would help support their ability for further healthier product innovation projects
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Product NewsSignature Flatbreads partners with Coveris on recycle-ready packaging
Bakery manufacturer and brand Al’Fez partnered with packaging firm Coveris to bring PolyFlex Thermoform packaging, described as ‘recycle-ready’, to the bakery market
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NewsLeading the way: latest senior hires in the baking industry unveiled
Bakery suppliers in Cumbria, Harrogate, Bolton, and London as well as national and regional retail chains have announced leadership appointments to support their next phases of growth
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NewsGreggs to cut over 700 jobs as part of manufacturing site consolidation
Bakery chain is considering closing four manufacturing sites in Enfield, North Lakes, Pettigrews, and Seaham over a two-and-a-half-year period, whilst also sourcing some products from specialist suppliers
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OpinionKeeping cool: how UK bakeries need to think about flour temperature control
Bakery consultant Lucas Fussnegger explains how UK manufacturers need to be wary of rising temperatures in their flour while suggesting solutions already in play elsewhere in Europe
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NewsInvestments in Jason’s Sourdough brand pay off for manufacturer Geary’s Bakeries
Sales have leapt by 40% and profit by 12% in the latest financial year for the Leicester-based company, which opened a £37m factory to support further growth of its Jason’s Sourdough range