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Unilever expands Namdong noodle range with creamy cheese flavour
Unilever has expanded its Korean-inspired noodle brand Namdong with the launch of a new creamy cheese flavour, following the brand’s debut in 2025.
ABF completes Hovis acquisition, launches new merged Hovis Bakeries group
Associated British Foods has successfully completed its £75 million acquisition of Hovis from private equity firm Endless, creating a newly merged Hovis Bakeries business.
Royal A-ware and Grupo TGT agree proposed merger to strengthen cheese market position
Royal A-ware and Grupo TGT have agreed to merge, in a move aimed at strengthening their position in the international cheese market.
The Better Meat Co rebrands as BMC Ingredients to highlight expanded applications for mycelium solution
The Better Meat Co has announced that it will rebrand itself as BMC Ingredients, a new trade name reflecting the broader food applications for its Rhiza mycelium ingredient.
Perfect Bar introduces new oat-based protein bar range for families
US-based snack brand Perfect Bar has expanded its refrigerated protein bar line-up with the launch of Oaties, its first oat-based protein bar range.
Strong Roots appoints Emma Curtis as managing director to lead next phase of growth
Strong Roots has appointed Emma Curtis as managing director, promoting one of the company's longest-serving leaders to oversee its next phase of growth.
Rubies in the Rubble enters hot sauce category with trio of sauces
Rubies in the Rubble has expanded beyond its core ketchup, mayonnaise and mustard range with the launch of three new hot sauces.
The Magnum Ice Cream Company opens new RD&I centre in India
The Magnum Ice Cream Company (TMICC) has opened a new Research, Design & Innovation Centre in Bengaluru, India.
Bimbo Bakeries USA to remove artificial preservatives and emulsifiers from key bakery brands
Bimbo Bakeries USA has announced a series of ingredient and recipe reformulation commitments across its US bakery portfolio.
Reflex and M&S launch recyclable punnet for premium fresh produce
Reflex Group has partnered with Marks & Spencer to launch a new packaging format for premium fresh produce, designed to improve product visibility when displayed on shelf.
Brainr secures additional €1.5m from Portugal Ventures to support international expansion
Brainr has secured a €1.5 million investment from Portugal Ventures, extending its seed funding round as the company looks to scale its AI-powered operating system for meat processors across international markets.
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