UK & Ireland Grocery News
McBride Sees Growth In Household Despite Weaker UK Market
McBride, the struggling manufacturer of private label cleaning products, has revealed that its first quarter revenues from its Household unit grew 1.8% year-on-year.
The group...
Why Cadbury’s Marketers Are Embracing Feeling ‘Uncomfortable’
Cadbury is challenging its marketers to think differently about advertising while still harking back to its brand heritage and positioning.
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Amazon Moves Into Spirits Market
Amazon is continuing its push into the grocery market with the launch of its own spirits brand.
The first product in the ‘Tovess’ premium spirits...
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Disappointing Quarter For RB; New CEO Focused On Improvement
Reckitt Benckiser (RB) has cut its full-year sales forecast for the second time this year after its Health division was hit by weaker demand...
Clearly Drinks Makes Acquisition
Sunderland-based soft drinks manufacturer Clearly Drinks has acquired flavoured water brand Revolution Waves for an undisclosed sum.
Founded in 2017 by former international rugby player...
Waitrose Expanding Presence In UAE
Waitrose has opened another store in the UAE under licence with Fine Fare Food Market and confirmed plans for more.
The latest outlet opened at...
Sustainable Packaging Set To Become Battleground For Premium Alcohol Producers
As ethical credentials become increasingly prominent markers of quality, sustainable packaging is likely to become a battleground for premium alcohol beverage brands, according to...
Tesco And Lidl Make Gains In Slowing NI Grocery Market
Growth in the Northern Irish grocery market slowed slightly to 0.7% during the 52 weeks to 6 October, according to latest data from Kantar.
Volume...
Napolina Rebrands Entire Product Portfolio
Italian cooking brand Napolina has launched a major revamp of its 150+ strong portfolio of tomatoes, pasta, pulses, oils, sauces and pizzeria products.
The rebranded...