AAK confectionery arm contributes to fall in profits
AarhusKarlshamn (AAK) has posted a fall in 2010 fourth quarter operating profits, due largely to large increased in raw material prices.
Archives for February 21, 2011
Arab Revolt underlines the need for action to remedy high food prices
When Tunisian street vegetable vendor Mohamed Bouazizi chose to end his life in fiery suicide, no one could have foreseen the firestorm his death would unleash across the Arab world. But, two months later, as the Arab Revolt shows no sign of fading, the...
Amcor ‘transformed’ by Alcan and Ball takeovers as profits soar
Amcor said its profits soared 55 per cent to €197m (A$267m) in the six months ending 31 December thanks to significant savings in the wake of the Alcan takeover and steady sales volumes.
United Biscuits announces McVitie’s job losses
United Biscuits (UB) has announced plans to shed around 85 jobs at its McVitie's biscuit factory in Glasgow, and has begun a consultation with staff and unions in a bid to ensure voluntary rather than compulsory redundancies.
Clondalkin overhauls flexible packing ops structure
Clondalkin has reorganised its flexible packaging business division in a bid to boost its share of the European market.