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Princes Group has announced that chief executive officer, Simon Harrison, will step down from his role and leave the board on 30 June 2026.

Walker’s Shortbread is entering the indulgent snacking category with the launch of Wee Chunkies, a new heatable shortbread format

Cal-Maine Foods acquires Van’s Foods business of Sara Lee Frozen Bakery.

Pringles and beer brand Miller Lite are expanding their limited-edition summer snack partnership with the launch of two cookout-inspired crisp flavours.

Lactalis UK & Ireland is expanding its Leerdammer portfolio into the cheese snacking category with the launch of Leerdammer Mini Cubes.

Mondelez International has been found by a German court to have misled consumers after reducing the size of its Milka chocolate bars from 100 grams to 90 grams.

Vitafoods Europe took place in sunny Barcelona from 5-7 May 2026, bringing a vibrant showcase of the latest innovations in nutraceuticals. We explore this year's top trends in our event review.

Sauce Shop has partnered with Cheshire-based cheese manufacturer Helers to launch two new spicy sliced cheese products in UK supermarkets.

Private equity firms including Blackstone and Clayton, Dubilier & Rice are exploring potential bids for The Magnum Ice Cream Company, according to a Reuters report citing sources familiar with the matter.

Cargill and Voyage Foods are bringing cocoa-free confectionery alternative NextCoa to the North American market.

Hero Group has announced a leadership transition within its UK and Ireland business, appointing Georgina Pattison as general manager.

Mars has announced a major £190 million investment into its factory in Slough, UK, where it produces chocolate for its Mars, Galaxy, Snickers and Maltesers brands, among others.