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C-sector builds Heinz chilled
Heinz is plotting its biggest ever assault on the chilled market, and hopes it will be at the expense of supermarket own label rivals.The food giant plans to use the convenience channel to push a raft of launches over the next year, starting...
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In Profile: Andrew Gidden, Sales & Trade Marketing General Manager, John West
What is your career background? I joined John West from RHM’s Manor Bakeries, where I looked after its business with Tesco for three years. I was director...
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It’s change for Walker
Heinz has appointed Robin Walker, commercial director for quick serve meals, to the newly created post of change director for its UK and Ireland business.Heinz said it had created the post to increase focus on forthcoming change management...
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Branstons: bring ’em on!
Supplier rationalisation means Tesco’s largest source of potatoes, Branston, will buy another 40,000 tonnes next year, taking its total to more than 180,000 tonnes.“The additional tonnage we need is a big opportunity for growers in Kent, Sussex...
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Rising Stars
>>A monthly look at the most promising newcomers in key grocery categories. This month: frozenProduct: Weight Watchers Oven Chips and Roast PotatoesCompany: HeinzLaunch date: September 2003Interesting product...
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no bones about it
Princes has added Skinless and Boneless Red Salmon Chunks in Brine to its range.The addition is in response to research that suggested consumers had a growing appetite for the fish because of its Omega-3 properties but were put off by having to...
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Heinz soups up the logistics
Siân Harrington charts progress at a Tesco Extra store as it remerchandises its entire soup fixture overnight to make way for Heinz relaunched rangeSimple Food for Simple Pleasure was the strapline used at the relaunch of Heinz soup,...
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Heinz soup beefs up its basics
Heinz is relaunching its Classic and Big Soup ranges of soups as part of its commitment to reduce salt, fat and sugar, as well as upping the quantity of ‘main ingredients’ such as meat and vegetables.The company, which is putting a £10m support...
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Heinz challenges
Heinz finally brings pressure to bear on the mighty Walkers, forcing the brand to share the top spot after its recent dominance. Heinz was in sixth position, but has now increased its market share by six percentage points while Walkers’ share...
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Premier float was a success
Premier Foods sold more shares than is planned following its flotation.The maker of Branston Pickle and Typhoo Tea has been valued at £540m after it sold £350m of shares yesterday.The strong interest from investors came after the company...
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Prince's potatoes rejected by supermarkets
Supermarkets have rejected the Prince of Wales’ potatoes from his organic farm.This follows the initial rejection of his organic carrots, which were said to be too crooked. His potatoes were not considered to be shiny enough for...
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Heinz on the acquisition trail
Heinz Europe is looking for acquisitions to boost its European ketchup, condiments and sauces business. CEO Joe Jimenez said: “We are talking to potential candidates. We are trying to use acquisitions to gain critical mass in new...
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Greens mean Heinz
Stefan Barden tells Liz Hamson how Heinz plans to enhance the nation’s healthHenry J Heinz’s role in establishing the first food standards legislation in the US in the form of the Pure Food Laws back in 1904 has gone down in company...
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Plans to reduce salt in Heinz beans
The Heinz baked beans recipe will change again in response to rising concerns over the levels of salt in processed food.The company also plans reducing the salt content across the rest of its range by 15%.The move will take the salt...
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Heinz plans exclusive ranges
Heinz is planning to produce customised ranges and pack sizes for the first time, its UK managing director Stefan Barden has revealed.In an exclusive interview with The Grocer, Barden said Heinz was already talking to a number of retailers...
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Acquisition takes Princes into bottled water
Princes has broken into the UK bottled water market through the multi-million pound acquisition of brands from Well Well Well.The move gives Princes the Aqua-Pura, Aqua Fruita, Stretton Hills and 10° brands as well as water bottling sites at...
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Virgin Cola gets revamp
Virgin Cola has undergone a facelift to drive sales and strengthen its position as a credible alternative to Pepsi and Coca-Cola.The cola, produced under licence by Princes Soft Drinks, has been reformulated following extensive recipe research...
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Weight Watchers cuts carbs
Heinz is to jump further aboard the low-carb bandwagon with a new range of ready meals under the Weight Watchers banner.The manufacturer, which has been at the forefront of developing lines suitable to followers of the Atkins and South Beach...
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Heinz looks snappy in salads
Heinz is making its first foray into salads with a range of pre-packed snacks.Salad Shakers roll out from next week and come in two flavours – Chicken Caesar and Greek Salad – with the newcomers representing new territory for the...
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Premier Foods to float
Premier Foods is to be floated on the stock market. The UK food group whose brands include Typhoo Tea and Branston Pickle is valued at around £1.3bn.Premier Foods is owned by private equity group Hicks, Muse, Tate and Furst. The US group has...