France: Kneipp sells Cattier Paris brand
Kneipp, the German natural toiletries firm, has reached an agreement to sell the Cattier Paris brand to an unnamed investment firm based in France, according to a report in Lebensmittel Praxis. Under the terms of the agreement, which was reportedly finalised on 30th June, Kneipp will continue to market the Cattier Paris brand in Germany, […]
Switzerland: Alnatura to cease retail operations
Alnatura, the Germany-based organic food retailer, has announced it is ceasing its operations in Switzerland with the closure of its entire network of 25 stores in the country by the end of the year. The decision comes after Swiss retailer Migros announced earlier in the year that it was ending a franchise agreement, in place […]
Gama Innovation Box to launch at GICA 2025
MANCHESTER – 8th July 2025: Gama, a global provider of business information and services specializing in FMCG product innovation and international trade, is today pleased to announce the launch of Gama Innovation Box, the latest exciting new feature that will debut at the Gama Innovation Conference & Awards (GICA) on Wednesday 22nd October 2025. Designed to support growth-oriented […]
UK: Waitrose to open distribution centre to serve south west
Waitrose, the upmarket grocery retailer, has announced plans for its first distribution centre in the south west of the UK, as it seeks to lay the groundwork for further expansion in the region. The 360,000 sq ft site site, which will open towards the end of 2026, will make deliveries to around 50 of the retailer’s […]
UK: Haribo to invest in Castleford site
Haribo, the German gummy sweet specialist, has announced plans to invest £35 million ($48 million) at its manufacturing facility in West Yorkshire, according to a Grocery Gazette report. The upgrade reportedly includes a new purpose-built warehouse, as well as the installation of an additional production and packaging line. The announcement comes after Haribo reported a […]
Applications open for Gama Speed Pitch at GICA 2025
MANCHESTER – 2nd July 2025: Gama, a global provider of business information and services specializing in FMCG product innovation and international trade, has today officially opened applications for Gama Speed Pitch, an exciting new feature that will debut at the Gama Innovation Conference & Awards (GICA) on Wednesday 22nd October 2025, between 11.30am and 12.30pm BST. Interested companies […]
Gama News – April-June 2025
The April-June 2025 edition of Gama News is now available. In this edition: o Industry Insight: Annika Porr, Fazer o Insight by Gama Compass: ‘Ultraprocessed’ fears driving shift in food & drink claims o Tradeshow Insight: UK Food & Drink Shows 2025 o Gama Innovation Conference & Awards 2025 o Tradeshow Insight: The Vaper Expo UK 2025 o Industry Insight: Çağdaş Savaşan, Eker o Innovation Insight: Raw Hydrate Electrolyte Drink […]
Tradeshow Look Ahead: Jeff Lenard, NACS Show 2025
Gama spoke to Jeff Lenard, Vice President of NACS Media & Strategic Communications, ahead of the latest edition of the NACS Show. What are your expectations for the NACS Show 2025? We always focus on what attendees say they most want at the event. They tell us they like the format of the NACS […]
Finalists announced for the Gama Innovation Awards 2025
MANCHESTER – 17th June 2025: Gama, a global provider of business information and services specializing in FMCG product innovation and international trade, is today pleased to reveal the finalists that have been shortlisted for the 2025 edition of the Gama Innovation Awards. Recognising outstanding innovation in the FMCG space, the products shortlisted for the Gama Innovation […]
Tradeshow Look Ahead: Nicola Woods, Speciality & Fine Food Fair 2025
Gama spoke to Nicola Woods, Event Manager, ahead of the latest edition of Speciality & Fine Food Fair. What are your expectations for the 2025 edition of Speciality & Fine Food Fair? The 2025 edition of Speciality & Fine Food Fair is gearing up to be one of our most exciting yet, with a […]