Golden Wonder gone for good
Renowned UK crisp manufacturer Golden Wonder has filed for bankruptcy following more than a decade of disappointing sales and lack of direction.
Archives for January 10, 2006
Glycaemic index 'here to stay'
The glycaemic index has not risen to the same astronomic trend proportions of its low-carb predecessor, but this does not mean there is a lack of interest. Rather, a slow build up could be a sign that it is here for the long-haul.
Dough mixer upgrade package improves bread quality, cuts costs
Bakers using APV Baker's Tweedy range of mixing machines can now improve the quality of their products and cut costs by attaching a pressure and vacuum mixing package to the machines, says the bakery equipment supplier.
Acquisition marks further consolidation in logistics sector
Swiss-based transport company Kuehne + Nagel has acquired ACR Logistics, expanding its global network further into Eastern Europe and Asia.
New licensed products set to be best-sellers, says BakeMark UK
BakeMark UK, subsidiary of Dutch ingredients firm CSM, is to use the upcoming Food & Drink exhibition in Birmingham as a platform to launch a range of new licensed doughnut and cookie products.
Crown wins packaging award for Thorntons
Crown has won a packaging award for, the UK confectioner, Thorntons and new food packaging indicates that innovation is driven by social trends.
Atkins advertises new look range
Atkins Nutritionals, the company that created the low-carb diet craze, said today that it has emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection with a slimmer range of products for a broader customer base.
Cocoa supplies still tight
Cocoa supplies will remain tight for confectionary companies as production for the last growing season continue to be below demand for the ingredient.