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US: Inventure Foods hails "record" Q1
4 May 2012
US snack and smoothie manufacturer Inventure Foods has hailed a "record" first quarter in which it generated its highest quarterly revenues and earnings per share.
On the money: PepsiCo rebuffs split speculation
13 October 2011
PepsiCo CFO Hugh Johnston has quashed suggestions that the global snacks and beverage giant could split into two.
US: Inventure Foods to sell Nathan's Famous snacks
30 September 2011
US snack maker Inventure Foods is set to sell a range of snacks under the Nathan's restaurant brand.
US: Inventure Foods Q2 profit hit by NPD investment
29 July 2011
Inventure Foods has reported mixed second-quarter results with net income down despite "record" sales as the US snack food manufacturer invested in promoting new products.
UK: Kepak plans to double turnover
22 March 2011
Kepak, the owner of the Rustlers brand, has said that it could double its turnover over the next five years by extending its customer base through new product development.
US: Snack firm Inventure sees Q2 profits rise
28 July 2010
US snack maker Inventure Foods has posted a leap in second-quarter profits on the back of higher sales.
Quote, unquote: just-food's week in words
30 April 2010
The industry saw a raft of quarterly results this week from Unilever, Safeway Inc, Kellogg, Chiquita and Premier Foods plc, among others. Unilever CEO Paul Polman adopted a typically cautious tone, despite an acceleration in sales and volumes, while Safeway CEO Steve Burd remained more upbeat on profits despite a tumble. Sodium reduction once again appeared on the menu as the CSPI hit out at US companies that have not yet joined the New York initiative to cut salt, while Kraft and Heinz both pledged targets for mayor Michael Bloomberg’s programme. Here is a selection of who said what about the top stories in the food sector this week.
COMMENT: US consumers need convincing about low-sodium foods
27 April 2010
The latest push to cut salt (or sodium, as our US cousins call the ingredient) from packaged foods has taken off across the Atlantic, much to the satisfaction of consumer advocates.
US: Campbell names strategy exec; mum on Godiva
21 August 2007
Campbell Soup Co. has named Kirk Elliot as vice president, corporate strategy, the US group said today (21 August).
Self-regulation scheme fails to silence critics
26 July 2007
A self-regulatory initiative by 11 food and beverage companies launched in the US last week has received a mixed response from campaigners. While the initiative can potentially make a valuable contribution to tackling childhood obesity, Ben Cooper writes, weaknesses in terms of its scope and coverage have exposed it to criticism from pressure groups.
CHINA: Bakkavör Group acquires remaining share of Creative Foods
22 June 2007
Bakkavör Group has, in cooperation with Glitnir Bank, acquired the remaining 60% stake it didnt't already own in Creative Foods, a Chinese salad manufacturer.
US: The Pantry appoints CFO
18 June 2007
US retailer The Pantry has named its new chief financial officer.
Is Second Life a new opportunity for food marketers?
30 October 2006
A new world is waiting to be conquered by food manufacturers and retailers. Social networking websites such as Second Life and YouTube provide an unprecedented opportunity for companies to market their products and services to a consumer demographic that can be difficult to reach through tried and tested channels. Bernice Hurst investigates.
US: Burger King appoints North American boss
13 June 2006
Chuck Fallon has joined Burger King Corporation as president of North America, it was announced today by John W. Chidsey, CEO of BKC
BAHAMAS: Winn-Dixie sells 12 stores
19 May 2006
Winn-Dixie Stores has announced that the US Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Florida has given its approval in connection with the sale of 12 supermarkets in the Bahamas — nine operated by Winn-Dixie under the City Markets banner and three under the Winn-Dixie banner.
US: ConAgra appoints growth chief
17 March 2006
ConAgra Foods has appointed Jacqueline McCook as chief growth officer and executive vice president, International.
US: Burger King files IPO statement
17 February 2006
Burger King Holdings has filed a registration statement for the proposed initial public offering of its common stock with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
UK: Burger King reveals IPO plans
2 February 2006
Burger King Holdings, Inc said yesterday (1 February) that it expects to file a registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission in connection with an initial public offering of shares of its common stock in late February or early March.
SPAIN: 30 Burger Kings put on the block
20 January 2006
Spanish investment firm Lurca plans to sell 30 Burger Kings for as much as EUR27m (US$32.66m) in a bid to exit that business
USA: Burger King 'value menu' ballot
12 December 2005
US fast-food corporation Burger King is considering proposals to introduce a new ‘value menu’ in order to vie for position in this highly competitive sector.
MEXICO: Mexico may overtake US on obesity rate
29 November 2005
Mexico probably will surpass the US in obesity rates for the first time next year as it adopts the fast food and sedentary lifestyles of its neighbour, according to the Bloomberg news agency.
ASIA: Burger King names ex-McDonald’s manager as president Asia Pacific
17 November 2005
Fastfood chain Burger King has named Peter Tan, formerly McDonalds president of greater China, as senior vice president and president, Asia Pacific.
USA: Burger King appoints VP field marketing, North America
14 November 2005
US fastfood giant Burger King has announced the appointment of veteran marketer Robert Levite as vice president, field marketing North America.
USA: BJ's Wholesale appoints chief information officer
3 November 2005
US warehouse club operator BJ's Wholesale Club has announced that John Polizzi has been appointed senior vice president and chief information officer.
USA: Burger King reports higher Q1 comparative sales
18 October 2005
US fastfood giant Burger King Corporation has announced its sixth consecutive quarter of positive comparative sales in the US.
USA: Wendy’s president resigns
20 September 2005
Fastfood company Wendy’s has announced that Tom Mueller has resigned as its president and chief operating officer.
USA: Burger King reopens two outlets in hurricane-hit area
15 September 2005
US fastfood giant Burger King has said two of its franchised restaurants in the area hit by hurricane Katrina two weeks ago have reopened.
USA: Burger King franchisees group sues McDonalds
31 August 2005
A group of US Burger King franchisees is suing McDonald’s, claiming the fast-food leader hurt their bottom lines by running a rigged promotional game in the 1990s.
USA: Burger King launches Chicken Fries
26 July 2005
Fastfood company Burger King has launched Chicken Fries, a new chicken strip, at restaurants throughout the US.
BRAZIL: Burger King opens first freestanding restaurant in Brazil
20 July 2005
Fastfood company Burger King Corporation has announced the opening of its first freestanding Burger King restaurant in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The new restaurant marks the company's fifth opening since Burger King entered the country in November 2004.
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