DPD expands Midlands logistics footprint with new Derby hub
DPD has strengthened its logistics network across the Midlands after taking an 82,000sq ft warehouse at Indurent Park Derby. It signed a five-year lease on the site, which…
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Mars hikes use of sustainably sourced cocoa, but falls short of 2025 goal
The candy maker’s suppliers sourced 98% of cocoa through a responsible sourcing program last year.
Italy’s FMCG Sector Resilient Against Demographic Shifts And Rising Costs, Study Finds
Italy’s FMCG supply chain generated €196.7 billion in added value – nearly 10% of the national GDP – and €84.9 billion in expor...
6 food manufacturers talk supply chain tactics
General Mills, Nestlé and more discussed how they are cutting operational costs, navigating uneven freight rates and sharpening demand forecasting at a Barclays conference.
Colruyt harvests over 100 tonnes of Belgian mussels
Colruyt Group wrapped up the Belgian mussel season with a harvest of more than 100 metric tons. The retailer now plans to further localize the supply chain and, starting next…
World Food Prices Near Four-Year High In September, UN Says
World food prices rose in September to their highest in nearly four years as logistics disruptions and weather concerns affected crop markets.
FPA Opens 2027 Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Competition
The awards showcase advancements that demonstrate “what flexible packaging can achieve for brands, consumers and the broader supply chain.” The entries highlight innovations in…
H&M Group begins operations at Bleckmann’s Crick distribution centre
The go-live took place in early August 2026, with Bleckmann now supporting logistics operations for various H&M group brands from its warehouse in Crick
H&M Group taps Bleckmann to support UK expansion
H&M Group has confirmed a new partnership with fashion logistics specialist Bleckmann, who will act as its new third-party logistics provider. It will reportedly use Bleckmann’s…
When Packaging Geometry Matters: How Square Packaging Can Improve Efficiency
From logistics and shelf impact to consumer convenience, packaging geometry plays a bigger role than many dairy processors realize. Here's why shape is becoming a strategic…
DS Smith Enhances Supply Chain Transparency To Meet EUDR Requirements
DS Smith has teamed up with Accenture and osapiens to boost origin transparency and supply chain traceability across EMEA.
ExpoSele 2026 – 5,000+ PalaSele Visitors, Campania Agri-Food Exports Rise
The second edition of the Piana del Sele trade fair – three days on the future of the agri-food supply chain – closes in Eboli.