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Hilton Food jobs at risk as Seachill consultations begin

Just Food understands around 90 jobs could go at the Seachill site in the port town of Grimsby.

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Aryzta consolidates German plants, buys Frigegro

Production will now be consolidated at Eisleben, Aryzta's largest and third German facility.

France processed food tax proposal rejected

The initiative sought to impose a progressive levy on six pre-packaged food categories including biscuits, cakes, and industrial pastries.

UK proposes shift from carbon dioxide stunning in pig slaughter

A statement said proposed alternatives such as argon gas and electrical stunning “substantially reduce animal suffering”.

Apetit on look out for CEO as Esa Mäki resigns

Mäki will remain at the helm through the end of May before moving into an advisory capacity for the remainder of 2027.

Bimbo ups margin outlook but warns of 2027 inflation “challenge”

“We’re going to face headwinds,” finance chief Diego Gaxiola said.

Wilde bags new funds to fuel protein snacks growth

The US-based better-for-you business has attracted financing from S2G Investments.

European Commission opens consultation on bio-based plastics in packaging

The consultation feeds into the Article 8 review of the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).

Fine Choice Foods changes hands

Power Sustainable Lios and its co-investors plan to back Fine Choice through investments in “product development, manufacturing capabilities, operational efficiency and continued expansion”.

UK retailers demand Budget tax cut as consumer confidence weakens

Despite the negative sentiment towards the UK economy and personal finances over the next three months, the survey suggested increased expectations for personal spending.