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The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has ordered Vandemoortele to sell its Worcester laminated dough production facility and UK sales operations in Staines-upon-Thames following its acquisition of Délifrance, announced last year.

JSB Industries has acquired the crustless sandwich brand Fave’Wich from Gold Medal Bakery.

Lotus Bakeries has announced plans to invest at least €500 million in expanding global production capacity for its flagship Biscoff brand.

Americana, the American-inspired bakery brand from Lantmännen Unibake UK, has expanded with the launch of the Gourmet Black & White Seeded Burger Bun.

Crespel & Deiters has announced the launch of Lory Crumb Colored, a range of colourful crumbs for breading and toppings, made with natural colourants.

Rise Baking Company has completed its acquisition of Jimmy’s Gourmet Bakery, expanding its manufacturing capabilities in the US.

Premier Foods’ Mr Kipling Signature Collection is expanding its range of home baking mixes and icings with a new Salted Caramel & Belgian Milk Chocolate Cake Mix, and Salted Caramel Fill & Glaze Icing.

Griesson-de Beukelaer is expanding its presence in the US with the acquisition of DeBeukelaer Corporation

Higgidy CEO Rachel Kelley is set to leave the business at the end of July, with Ginsters' MD Emma Stowers taking on interim leadership of the brand.

Fox's Burton's Companies (FBC) has expanded its Maryland S'wich range through a new collaboration with Terry's Chocolate.

Tim Tam is expanding its UK range with the launch of a limited-edition Strawberries & Cream flavour.

Associated British Foods has successfully completed its £75 million acquisition of Hovis from private equity firm Endless, creating a newly merged Hovis Bakeries business.