All Retail articles – Page 3
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NewsGreggs opens third ‘bitesize’ shop amidst expansion trial in prime locations
Latest addition to the food-to-go retailers estate puts it on track to open 120 net new sites this year with plans for further locations to be announced in due course
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Product NewsHeyLo! unveils low-carb protein crackerbreads made with lupin flour
Leeds-based company says the upcoming launch of its latest keto-friendly NPD is timed to land at the height of the January reset
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NewsStrategic spending: the baking industry’s biggest investments of 2025
We cast our eyes over the major capex and funding secured during the past 12 months aimed at ensuring future growth and stability at UK bakeries
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OpinionCost-saving recipe changes could hurt chocolate biscuit brands
Matt Herbert, co-founder and CCO of brand tracking platform Tracksuit, uses UK biscuit market data to explore the potential impact of chocolate coating reformulation
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NewsJoe & The Juice to ramp up UK expansion in 2026
Danish juice, coffee and sandwich brand opened four new stores during a six-week burst across November and December ahead of a larger-scale roll-out planned for next year
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Product NewsRevealed: British Baker’s top 10 bakery launches of 2025
There was innovation aplenty to keep the bakery market fresh and exciting in 2025, with crumpets, coffee slices, and indulgent cookies making the list
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NewsCompletion date for Greencore’s acquisition of Bakkavor announced
Proposed transaction between the two food-to-go manufacturing giants to form a £4bn UK business has satisfied regulatory conditions and is to become effective on 16 January 2026
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Product NewsComfort and joy: new treats unveiled by craft bakery brands for Christmas 2025
Among the seasonal offerings launched this year are sweet & salty cakes, biscuits designed like Christmas decorations, and savoury pastries stuffed with all the trimmings
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NewsWrapped bread struggles as speciality bread wins over shoppers
Speciality bread is booming with shoppers splashing out £245m more on the morning goods, speciality breads, and wraps while wrapped bread falls by £64m
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NewsPark Garage Group plans up to 30 new Bakery 79 locations by end of 2026
Family-run forecourt operator has unveiled major expansion ambitions for its fresh food-to-go retail concept, including both new shops and self-service sites
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NewsJason’s Sourdough overtakes Kingsmill to become Britain’s third biggest bread brand
Made by Geary’s Bakeries, the brand has rocketed up the bread charts as it aims to make “Jason’s a staple choice for more people, more often”
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NewsRoss Warnes named new UK & Ireland president at Pret
Former area vice president at Kraft Heinz will help spearhead Pret’s efforts to grow its market share, increase transactions, and deliver even greater value to customers
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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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NewsBirds Bakery sales take flight through product and store development
Derby-based bakery chain, which operates 62 shops across the Midlands, has enjoyed double-digit sales increases on popular lines whilst investing in NPD and site development
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Product NewsOn-the-go ho ho: brands unveil festive sandwiches for Christmas 2025
All the Christmas meal favourites are being wrapped up into on-the-go bakery presents this festive season, although some companies are showcasing innovation including in bread carriers
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Product NewsJason’s Sourdough expands into wholesale with Booker listing
Listing will help Jason’s access a wide range of trade customers nationwide, including independent retailers and foodservice operators
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NewsIGD warns of tough year ahead for food and drink industry
Institute of Grocery Distribution’s latest Economic Viewpoint report provides key predictions for 2026 including on economic, consumer, and government policy matters
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NewsOpening Doors #20: craft bakeries reveal new sites across the UK
New shops have been unveiled by craft bakery businesses all over the nation including brand new ventures or latest estate expansions
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Product NewsPieminister expands distribution for Handy Pies in Co-op and foodservice outlets
The four-strong range is supplied in heat-to-eat, fully recyclable packaging with 263 Co-op stores, Stonehenge, and certain Norse Airlines flights added to the list of stockists
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NewsWhich Wich appoints Seeds Consulting to lead UK franchise expansion
Partnership between London-based consultancy firm and American sandwich brand aims to support the strategic rollout across key regions nationwide