Symbol and independent stores hold 12% grocery share
The figure is higher than some industry estimates and could affect how suppliers assess the channel
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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…
Hormel expands deeper into protein with $1B purchase of chicken processor
The acquisition of Brakebush Brothers gives the Spam producer a larger presence in value-added chicken and further strengthens its growing foodservice operations.
FPA Opens 2027 Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Competition
The annual awards recognize outstanding innovation in flexible packaging.
Carrefour France faces data breach after cyber attack at supplier
Carrefour is warning French customers about a data breach at a third-party supplier. Attackers may have gained access to names, email addresses, and phone numbers through the…
European parcel tax hits Shein hard: prices rise, profits halve
The new European tax on low-cost packages is hitting Shein’s pricing model hard: operating profit fell by half in the first half of the year. The Chinese fashion giant is raising…
Poundland seeks supplier reassurance amid credit cover withdrawal
The lack of insurance leaves suppliers exposed to total loss if the business fails to settle its accounts
Tesco marks 20 years of rail freight partnership with Direct Rail Services
Tesco has marked 20 years of moving goods by rail as it continues to shift freight away from roads as part of its efforts to cut transport emissions. The company…
PepsiCo to hike prices on some Doritos and Ruffles as costs rise
PepsiCo is set to increase prices across some of its snacking portfolio due to higher commodity, packaging and logistics costs. The company confirmed that prices on selected…
SFA Packaging Expands Portfolio With Moulded Fibre Solutions
SFA Packaging is expanding its portfolio with moulded fibre solutions, mainly for direct and indirect food-related applications.