Philip Morris hires new director of smoke-free products
Nicotine products firm Philip Morris Limited has appointed Bahar Demirci as its new senior director of smoke-free products in the UK and Ireland.
Food and drink firms call on PM to ease industry pressure
The Food and Drink Federation has called on the PM to ease the burden on manufacturers across the food and drink industry after a drop in business confidence.
Scotmid quartet mark 110 years of service
Scotmid Co-op is celebrating the career milestones of four staff who have been with the convenience store group for more than 110 years combined.
Golden Wonder brings back World of Wonder tour
Crisps brand Golden Wonder is set to bring back its experiential event World of Wonder in September with plans to visit both Glasgow and Edinburgh throughout its running.
Allwyn CEO steps down from position
Operator for The National Lottery Allwyn has announced its chief executive Andria Vidler has chosen to step down from her role.
Energy costs push inflation back above 3%
A rise in the energy price cap has caused overall inflation to increase back above 3%, according to the latest stats from the ONS.
Spar Scotland donates £13k to local causes
Local charity groups across Scotland have received grants from Spar Scotland through the symbol's Community Cashback scheme.
Promo delivers sales uplift for Unitas members
Wholesale buying group Unitas has reported a massive uplift in its volume sales following its latest One Week Special promotional activity.
Asda Convenience rolls out with One-O-One partnership
Supermarket chain Asda has introduced its new store concept Asda Convenience as part of a new trial with One-O-One stores in the Glasgow area.
Parfetts introduces new AI system with Cerve
Wholesaler Parfetts has partnered up with AI tech firm Cerve to introduce a new system that will help to streamline data from its numerous suppliers.
Lactalis acquires Saputo dairy brands
Dairy firm Lactalis has secured a range of British dairy brands from Saputo Inc. including the likes of Country Life butter and Cathedral City cheese.
Nakey Bakey secures Scotmid listings
Fife-based allergen-free foods brand Nakey Bakey has secured new retail listings across Scotmid Co-op stores for its range of granola and snacks.
The Fed to hold Scottish retailer event
Independent store owners are being urged to attend the Perth Retailer Summer Get Together being hosted by the Fed's Scotland District.
SGF urges retailers to speak up on vape consultation
The SGF is calling on retailers to have their voices heard on the new vaping consultation which seeks to restrict displays and packaging on products.
Spar UK appoints new managing director
Symbol group Spar UK has announced it new managing director as Michael Fletcher is set to step down from the role later this year.
Scotland Food & Drink strengthens Net Zero team
Industry firm Scotland Food & Drink has strengthened its commitment to hit net zero by 2045 with the appointment of a new programme manager for the initiative.
