USA: Emmi strengthens presence in goat’s milk
It has been announced that California-based fresh goat milk firm Jackson-Mitchell is to be acquired by Swiss dairy company Emmi, in a move that will further the latter’s interest in what describes as “an attractive market”. Jackson-Mitchell produces Meyenberg branded products, including what is claimed to be the only nationally distributed fluid goat milk in […]
Brazil: Hypermarcas sells nappy business to Ontex Group
Pharmaceutical and consumer products manufacturer Hypermarcas has announced the sale of its disposable hygiene products business that includes nappies for babies and sanitary products for adults. Ontex Group, an international manufacturer of personal hygiene products, has acquired the business for R$1 billion ($312 million), according to a report in Supermercado Moderno. The divested business includes […]
UAE: Unilever opens plant in Dubai
FMCG multinational Unilever has opened a manufacturing plant at Dubai Industrial Park through an investment of 1 billion DHS ($272 million). According to a report in Sustainable Brands, goods produced at the new plant will have the “Made in UAE” label and 80% of production will be exported to the Europe and MENA regions. The […]
Bread innovation hots up with ‘pockets’ concept
The latest innovation insight from Gama Compass™ MANCHESTER – 5th January 2017: This month’s Innovation Insight looks at the ongoing reinvention of toaster cooking, with a new launch that seeks to transport bread into the lucrative world of hot, convenience snacks: Warburtons Toastie Pockets. Boasting of “a toaster-revolution”, Warburtons Toastie Pockets are an addition to Warburton’s […]
USA: Nestle and Hostess Brands to team up for ice cream launches
Leading food firms Nestle and Hostess Brands are teaming up for the launch of new ice cream products based on well-known Hostess brand names, according to a report in CSP Daily News. The new product line is said to include a range of 1 pint take-home ice cream tubs, set to hit retailers between February […]
USA: J&J Snack Foods buys Hill & Valley Premium Bakery
US snack producer J&J Snack Foods has announced that it is to acquire Hill & Valley Premium Bakery, a cakes and biscuits manufacturer based in Rock Island, IL. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded in 1987 and with sales of over $45 million annually, Hill & Valley Premium Bakery is a manufacturer of […]
Brazil: Britvic to acquire Bela Ischia
Global soft drinks giant Britvic has decided to acquire Brazilian juice company Bela Ischia for £54.5 million ($66.9 million) in order to expand its presence in Latin America. The deal is set to conclude at the latest by the end of March of this year. Bela Ischia produces and sells RTD juices, frozen fruit, liquid […]
USA: Post to open facility in Salt Lake City
Post, the US cereal firm, is to expand its presence in western USA with the construction of a new 901,000 sq ft, $50 million facility in Salt Lake City, UT. According to a report in The Enterprise, the new plant at California Avenue and 5600 West will employ nearly 100 people in manufacturing and distribution roles. […]
France: Plukon to acquire Groupe Duc
Groupe Duc, a French processor and marketer of chicken and turkey products, is to be acquired by Dutch poultry firm Plukon, according to a report in Ouest-France. Groupe Duc, which is France’s fourth largest poultry processor, has over 900 staff and operates a turkey facility in Riec-sur-Belon (Finistere), as well as chicken rearing and production sites […]
Malaysia: NH Foods to build factory, expand product range
NHF Manufacturing, a joint venture between leading Japanese fresh meat, ham and sausage firm NH Foods and Malaysia-based poultry company Lay Hong, has announced plans to build a new factory in Malaysia. According to reports, the 51:49 joint venture has invested $10 million to build a new factory in Selangor to increase capacity, with the […]