European FMCG news

Tesco Enhances Sustainable Beef Group Programme For British Farmers

Tesco is enhancing its Tesco Sustainable Beef Group (TSBG) in a bid to support farmers supplying the retailer’s Finest Steakhouse beef range.

Episode 67 – Sibel Candemir discusses Hispanic dairy plus much more

Sibel Candemir, chief marketing officer at Irving, Texas-based Cacique, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 67 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast, where she discusses Hispanic dairy.

Canada's Loblaw Posts 4.1% Growth In Q2 Revenue

Canada's Loblaw Companies Limited reported revenue growth of 4.1% year-on-year to $15.3 billion (€9.4 billion) in the second quarter.

Uber Eats Expands US Footprint With Regional Grocery Partners

Uber Technologies has expanded its national grocery footprint in the US through new delivery partnerships with several regional supermarket chains.

Closing the loyalty gap: how quick-commerce is also earning points

As supermarkets battle to keep shoppers loyal beyond the big shop, their points schemes are expanding into the world of quick-commerce and onto delivery platforms. Last week, it…

Carrefour Belgium Implements Heatwave Plan To Manage Demand Spikes

Carrefour Belgium adjusts deliveries, expands beverage storage and strengthens cold-chain checks under its new heatwave response plan.

After Decades, Diageo's Partnership With Moët Hennessy Has Lost Some Fizz

Diageo’s Moët Hennessy alliance faces scrutiny as weaker returns and complex ties add pressure on new CEO Dave Lewis.

[In the picture] Colruyt and IKEA throwing raves as a marketing stunt

Last weekend, two completely legal rave parties took place at IKEA and Colruyt stores in Belgium. For both retailers, this was an opportunity to appeal to a younger audience.

Tyson Trims Annual Profit Forecast As Tight Cattle Supplies Squeeze Beef Business

Sainsbury’s Offers Nectar Points On Uber Eats Grocery Orders

UK retailer Sainsbury’s has announced that it is now offering Nectar points to customers ordering grocery deliveries via Uber Eats.

Italian company enters UK market by acquiring Jascots Wine Merchants

Italian food company Compagnia del Gusto Holding has acquired Jascots Wine Merchants from Freixenet Copestick, it was announced this morning. The post Italian company enters UK…

Orkla Snacks Acquires The European Candy Group

Orkla Snacks is to acquire European Candy Group for €207m, boosting production capacity for its fast-growing BUBS brand.