All Manufacturing articles – Page 55
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NewsFOB: Furlough scheme vital for foodservice bakeries
The extension of the job furlough scheme has been welcomed by a baking industry suffering from the collapse of the foodservice market.
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NewsGovernment to give Trade Credit Insurance guarantee
The government is to temporarily guarantee business-to-business transactions currently supported by Trade Credit Insurance.
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NewsCake Box reopens 79 sites after revamping processes
Cake Box franchisees have reopened 79 stores – and the business hopes to have all its sites open again by early next month.
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Product NewsHovis-branded ISB bake-off loaves launched into Tesco
Tesco in-store bakeries are to sell two Hovis-branded bake-off loaves following the retailer’s decision to reduce its scratch-baking operations.
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NewsLantmännen foodservice brand makes retail debut
Lantmännen Unibake has taken its Americana foodservice brand into the retail market for the first time.
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NewsAryzta halts production at eight of its bakeries
Aryzta has halted production in eight of its bakeries and furloughed almost a third of its staff to mitigate the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on trading.
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NewsGreggs’ reopening plans changed due to crowd fears
Greggs will not let the public into its stores during reopening trials over fears they may be mobbed by fans.
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NewsFormer Genesis Crafty boss opens new bakery business
Brian McErlain, who was previously managing director of Genesis Crafty, has launched a new bakery company.
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NewsBaked goods firm Arden sold to management team
Biscuits and baked goods supplier Arden Fine Foods has been acquired by its management team.
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NewsFire damages Signature Flatbreads’ production line
Signature Flatbreads has temporarily shut down one of its production lines following a fire.
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NewsMacphie stays connected with staff during lockdown
Ingredients manufacturer Macphie has revealed how it has been working to keep staff morale up during the coronavirus lockdown.
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NewsHow can bakeries deal with a shortage of dust masks?
Health chiefs have issued guidance for bakeries struggling to source dust masks as the Covid-19 outbreak pushes up demand for protective personal equipment (PPE).
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NewsSpeedibake fire results in £25m exceptional charge
A fire that destroyed the Speedibake factory in Wakefield has resulted in a £25m exceptional charge for owner Associated British Foods (ABF).
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NewsPremier workers get extra holiday and £250 bonus
Factory staff at Mr Kipling owner Premier Foods have been thanked by the business for helping it meet exceptional demand during the coronavirus outbreak.
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NewsMissing baskets could hit supply, warns Bakers Basco
Britain’s wrapped bread supply is at risk if baskets and dollies are not returned, according to Bakers Basco, which manages the use of baskets in the UK.
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Product NewsEverfresh uses new process for sprouted grain cakes
Everfresh Natural Foods has expanded its portfolio with a range of sprouted grain loaves and cakes after taking delivery of new equipment from supplier Holmach.
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NewsRenshaw furloughs half its staff as Covid-19 hits sales
Renshaw and Brighter Foods owner Real Good Food (RGF) has rationalised ranges and furloughed staff as the Covid-19 outbreak impacts demand for its products.
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Product NewsGinsters features in BBC’s Inside the Factory
Cornwall-based Ginsters has appeared on BBC Two programme Inside the Factory this week.
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NewsFatherson Bakery launches groceries delivery website
Baked goods and other groceries are being sold direct to consumers through a new service developed by Fatherson Bakery.
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News‘Most wholesale customers cancelled in a single night’
Before the coronavirus outbreak and social distancing measures, almost half of Seasons Bakery’s turnover was wholesale supply to local businesses, such as pubs and restaurants.