All articles by Rory Buccheri – Page 13
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NewsGreggs to open new national distribution centre in Kettering
The chain is expanding to improve its capacity in the ambient and chilled supply to its 2,500 sites
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NewsHarlech installs new warehouse safety feature in its Gwynedd site
The safety system is designed to prevent accidents caused by racking collapse and minimise incidents resulting from deterioration over time
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NewsEight in 10 school caterers want improved school meals provisions, says report
Over 200 caterers are advocating for the government to proactively get involved in school meal provision
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NewsHancocks Sheffield depot reopens after six-figure refurbishment
The revamp of the northern depot is part of the company’s improvement initiative across all its 14 sites
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NewsUnitas introduces hot sampling stations for suppliers at major event
The Meet the Members event, held annually, connects foodservice suppliers with Unitas wholesale members across the UK
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NewsUS fast food chain Dave’s Hot Chicken to open 60 restaurants in the UK
The chain is set to open its first store in London by spring 2025
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NewsKitwave sales nudge up as acquisitions drive growth in the north
The growth is partly driven by Kitwave’s most recent acquisitions boosting its presence in the north
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NewsLondon-based salad bar chain Urban Greens opens fifth location
The new opening comes as the company celebrates its fifth anniversary
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NewsHancocks launches new website to improve retailer experience
The confectionery wholesaler said over 50% of purchases were made online
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NewsFresh Direct records growth in sales of prepared products
The increase is credited to foodservice operators looking for time-saving products to help with issues including staff shortage
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Analysis & FeaturesInside CJ Lang’s three-for-one ESL solution store Spar Crosshouse
CJ Lang won this year’s Grocer Gold Award for Technology Initiative with the industry-leading tech in its Spar Crosshouse store. The Grocer went along to see what new features are available and how it’s working
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NewsFairway Foodservice doubles turnover to over £1bn in 10 years
The group has grown exponentially since its latest milestone in 2014
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NewsCaffè Nero Group records strong sales in 2024
The group operates over a thousand stores globally, of which 625 are in the UK
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NewsSugro welcomes new member Wisebuys
The company operates across wholesale and retail channels in the Midlands and south west
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Analysis & FeaturesHow can we change school dinner provision for the better?
Many believe the school food system needs serious reform. Jamie Oliver’s Good School Food Awards – packed with good examples of tasty, nutritious school dinners – shows a way forward
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NewsCaterfood Buying Group acquires wholesaler Turner Price
The wholesaler will become the eighth member of the buying group owned by Bidcorp
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NewsSides chain surpasses £1m weekly revenue ahead of expansion
The chain has ambitious plans to expand its estate from six existing sites to 20
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NewsConfex to launch new loyalty programme for food-to-go customers
The new programme will enable independent food-to-go outlets to offer competitive deals to its customers
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NewsJW Filshill expands commercial team with two new appointments
The Glasgow-based wholesaler has created two new positions to strengthen its team
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NewsConfex welcomes new member Rowan International
Rowan International is the eighth member to join the buying group in 2024