All Manufacturing articles
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NewsHoney brand Hilltop makes a play for pie filling and bakery market
Under new umbrella brand Hilltop Food Group, the firm has invested in its manufacturing footprint to meet demand for pie fillings, nut butters, and more
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NewsMovers and bakers: the top appointments of 2025
British Baker glances back through the raft of major announcements of new hires to boards and senior management teams at UK bakery businesses over the past 12 months
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NewsPlanet Doughnut unveils new product development kitchen
Frozen doughnut supplier has invested £25k to help drive innovation at its bakery in Shrewsbury, following its takeover by the Delves family earlier this year
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NewsBako Group expands with acquisition of Bako Western
While the two companies have shared a brand as part of an agreement made in the sixties, they have traded independently until now
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NewsProfits soar at Wrexham-based Jones Village Bakery
Turnover at the Wrexham-based manufacturer hit £154.3m while post-tax profit reached £12.6m for the 15 months ended 29 December 2024
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NewsBPO kicks off recruitment drive for Roberts Bakery sites
Bakery operatives and food process technicians are among the roles being advertised by BPO which bought the business – now Roberts Bakery 1887 – in October
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NewsMortons Rolls workers receive payout after two-year legal battle
Employment Appeal Tribunal rules that 140 former employees are to receive “well over £1m”, with payment coming from the National Insurance Fund not the new owners
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NewsGail’s on track to open 40 new stores in current financial year
Reigning Bakery Retailer of the Year is set to open 40 new stores during the 12 months to 28 February 2026 after posting annual revenue of almost £220m
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NewsBudget leaves bakers facing ‘impossible trading environment’
Bakery trade bodies have expressed concerns with today’s Autumn Budget including on further wage increases, frozen tax thresholds, and increased compliance pressures
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NewsSunrise Bakery sold in pre-pack administration deal with 23 jobs saved
Smethwick-based Caribbean bakery specialist has been bought by an unnamed third party immediately after entering administration due to rising operational costs
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NewsKeeping it sweet: Mademoiselle Desserts acquires English Cheesecake Company
Sweet bakery manufacturer’s strong position in the UK foodservice sector is complemented by the cheesecake brand’s retail presence
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Product NewsCSM Ingredients, Dawn Foods, and I.T.S unveil new bakery ingredients
Cocoa alternatives, healthier cookie mixes, and on-trend fruit flavours are among the new products launched by ingredients suppliers
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NewsMr Whippy unveils major play for the doughnut market with £15m Sheffield factory
The brand, which is separate from the soft-serve ice cream, is diversifying from cupcakes and sweets and into indulgent yet affordable doughnuts for retail
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NewsPre-mix supplier Middleton Foods breaks ground on £4m site expansion
Manufacturer has broken ground on a 8,400 sq ft extension of its Willenhall factory including a brand-new NPD kitchen, dedicated presentation suite, and photography studio
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NewsManufacturers call on government to back £50bn growth plan
Food and Drink Federation has outlined ambitions to unlock serious growth from the UK’s manufacturing sector, including growing exports to £35bn and doubling annual business investment
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NewsGluten-free bakery brand Dr. Schär achieves 100% cage-free egg usage worldwide
Global manufacturer called the result a ”concrete commitment to a more sustainable future, combining quality, animal welfare and responsibility toward our consumers”
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WebinarsWebinar: EU bakery traditions and their impact on the UK
Join us for an insightful webinar, part of the ‘More than Only Food & Drink’ campaign, where we uncover the rich tapestry of EU baking traditions
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NewsANR-Probake eyes expansion of ‘healthy junk food’ range with new site
Nutritional bakery specialist is looking to introduce new products and increase capacity at its newly purchased 70,000 sq ft facility in South Wales
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InterviewMy bakery job: Andy Nye, head of production, Walker’s Shortbread
The chef turned head of production says overcoming challenges like machinery breakdowns, late deliveries, and staff shortages has made him stronger as a professional
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NewsLittle Dessert Shop unveils dark kitchen trial to expand delivery business
The indulgent dessert brand is testing a new model that has the potential to dramatically scale its reach in the delivery sector, now worth an estimated £14.3bn