All Manufacturing articles – Page 3
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InterviewMy bakery job: Elliot Cantrell, head of NPD at BakeAway
“Trying to develop the perfect chocolate cookie for our shelf life is probably the hardest one we’ve done,” reveals the head of NPD at the pastry and dough supplier
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NewsRoberts Bakery announces new MD as part of leadership reshuffle
Julia Banton steps up to managing director of the Cheshire-based manufacturer replacing Bill Thurston, who assumes the overall strategic leadership role
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NewsRevenue rises at Baker & Baker’s UK operations but profits fall in 2023
Volumes remained stable ‘demonstrating the company’s resilience’ but UK performance lags behind the wider Baker & Baker group which reported a rise in revenue and profits for 2023
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NewsCool runnings: equipment suppliers Penmann and Newsome announce merger
Strategic move combines the strengths of the two West Yorkshire-based companies to offer customers enhanced temperature control and dehumidification solutions
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NewsPoor harvest leaves UK bakers dependent on wheat imports to meet demand
Analysis of provisional crop areas and yield forecasts by the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit is predicting one of the three worst harvests on record
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NewsLabour forges ahead with HFSS advertising restrictions
The government has published a consultation response for the draft secondary legislation set to restrict TV and online advertising of products including bakery items such as cookies and cakes
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NewsPrima Bakeries Group acquires biscuit maker Furniss of Cornwall
Bakery manufacturer adds the brand to its Cornish portfolio with all staff joining its Employee Owned Trust and investments in its Redruth production site forthcoming
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FeatureSourdough surge: why the speciality loaves are winning over shoppers
Bakers are finding sourdough success thanks to growing demand from increasingly knowledgeable, health-conscious consumers
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NewsSeparate food waste collections for businesses to be enforced from 2025
Businesses which generate more than 5kg of food waste per week, and have more than 10 employees, must arrange for a separate food waste collection under a new law set to come in on 31 March 2025
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InterviewMy bakery job: Bradley O’Hara, Panificio Italiano
The team leader details his career path, daily activities, and goals, including how an ongoing Level 3 apprenticeship has helped elevate his management skills
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InterviewRoll with it: how Scottish bakery Mortons Rolls is rebuilding
Under its new ownership, the Glasgow-based business has ambitions to become the ‘king of rolls’
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NewsThe Compleat Food Group appoints first chief product officer
FMCG veteran Mark Howgego is named in the newly-created role at the manufacturer behind bakery brands including Pork Farms, Wall’s Pastry, and Wrights Food Group
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NewsPladis offers 18 weeks’ paid leave to parents under new policy
Manufacturer behind McVitie’s, Jacob’s and other snacking brands introduces a policy for new parents across its global workforce, promoting a more inclusive and supportive workplace
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NewsSignature Flatbreads announces £150m investment plan and 500 new jobs
Dunstable-based manufacturer, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary next month, will use the investment to expand its product range and keep its offering relevant
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NewsRedundancies at Project D as bakery arm gears up for administration
Rising costs of ingredients and labour and a 20% drop in sales has forced the Derby-based doughnut specialist to cut jobs and prepare to enter administration
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NewsRoberts Bakery unveils ‘back to our best’ campaign
Cheshire-based manufacturer’s biggest-ever marketing campaign includes a TV ad filmed at its Northwich site, now fully functional again after last year’s fire
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NewsFDF Scotland unveils fund to help foodservice firms create healthier products
Latest £50k latest funding initiative from Food and Drink Federation Scotland is open to SME suppliers of the foodservice sector including bakeries
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InterviewMy bakery job: William Leet, David Wood Baking
“Enter as many competitions and go to as many baking industry events as possible,” is the advice William Leet offers up-and-coming talent as he shares his experiences
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NewsBakers Basco calls for crackdown on illegal equipment sales online
Over the past year, the membership scheme has identified 89 adverts on platforms such as eBay and Facebook Marketplace selling a total of 2,864 baskets and 386 dollies
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InterviewRachel Kelley on how the ‘picky tea’ is driving growth for Higgidy
CEO reveals why Higgidy is “laser focused” on snacking and regenerative agriculture, and how investment at its Shoreham-by-Sea site is helping to add value to the savoury pastry category