UK
-
ACI Group highlights low-dust flour solution as HSE intensifies bakery inspections
The renewed focus on flour dust management follows ongoing efforts by the HSE to reduce the incidence of occupational asthma, one of the most common work-related lung diseases in the UK.
-
Pladis expands Hobnobs portfolio with launch of McVitie’s White Hobnobs
Product positioning and formulation highlights include the use of 100% wholegrain oats in the biscuit base and a white chocolate flavour coating rather than a plain sugar glaze
-
Brace’s Bakery acquired by Boparan Private Office
The acquisition brings together Brace’s regional heritage and brand recognition with BPO’s growing experience of investing in British food businesses, including its recent acquisition of Roberts Bakery in 2025.
-
ABF receives regulatory clearance for Hovis acquisition
The landmark decision clears the path for ABF, which owns the Kingsmill brand, to finalize its acquisition of Hovis from the private equity firm Endless LLP.
-
Bühler expands UK, Ireland presence through Endeco integration
The move brings together Bühler’s global processing expertise and Endeco’s engineering and project delivery experience in the UK and Ireland.