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NewsLondon pilot lined up as next stop for digital DRS trials
Supporters claim there is growing momentum behind the technology amid continuing concerns over the cost of rolling out a traditional DRS system across the UK
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NewsHeinz adds pickle ketchup inspired by viral TikTok trend
TikTok videos posted with the hashtag #pickle had over 5.4 billion views at the time of writing
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NewsPremier Foods adds festive lines for Bisto, Paxo and Oxo
The NPD would ‘ensure that consumers can choose the perfect accompaniment to their main meal’ this Christmas, said Premier Foods
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Comment and OpinionPhysical stores are vital to brand repositioning
The opportunity for physical retail lies in making emotional connections, says Ewald Damen, creative director and managing partner at Virgile & Partners
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NewsCoca-Cola, Nestlé and Danone accused of greenwashing over bottle recycling claims
A consumer rights group has filed a complaint with the European Commission over the drinks giants’ green claims
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NewsBrands and retailers collaborate on ISBA retail media standards framework
Goldman Sachs forecasts UK grocery retail media market value to hit £2bn by 2024
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NewsCity snapshot: M&S profits jump as food sales soar
Marks & Spencer’s pre-tax profits before adjustments jumped 75% in the first half of the year as it benefited from strong food sales and better than expected consumer sentiment
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NewsMedia Bites 8 November: Food price inflation, ABF, Naked Wines
Food price inflation has dropped to single digits for the first time in a year and a half, as the cost of living crisis eases slightly
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NewsFood safety at ‘critical risk’ from staffing crisis, warns FSA
The future of the UK’s food safety is being put at risk from “critical” shortages of frontline enforcement staff
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NewsJust Eat launches rapid Lego toy delivery with Asda
The trial “means parents will now be able to order toys via rapid delivery straight to their doorstep
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NewsPremier launches ‘Pop Cave’ concept for soft drinks
Kept cool with automatic doors, the soft drink caves are up to 30% cheaper to chill than normal refrigeration, helping retailers to save on energy costs
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Comment and OpinionUnderstanding shopper mindsets this Christmas
Shoppers are going into Christmas 2023 with two distinct mindsets, says Michelle Whelan, co-CEO at VMLY&R and CEO at VMLY&R Commerce
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Comment and OpinionInnovation is alive and well, as the New Product & Packaging Awards show
New and improved awards celebrated the crucial resurgence of branded NPD
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Events and AwardsThe Grocer’s New Product & Packaging Awards 2023: Yoghurt and Pot Desserts
The great taste of The Collective’s fruity, dairy-free Suckies line bowled over our judges
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Events and AwardsThe Grocer’s New Product & Packaging Awards 2023: World Foods
Itsu’s Miso Ramen Brilliant’broth was inspired by the noodle soup served in its original Chelsea restaurant in 1997
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Events and AwardsThe Grocer’s New Product & Packaging Awards 2023: Soft Drinks
Hip Pop sought to create a product that is actively healthy as well as enjoyable for traditional soft drinks consumers
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Events and AwardsThe Grocer’s New Product & Packaging Awards 2023: Snack Bars
Graze has delivered a ‘decadent’ snack that is also non-HFSS
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Events and AwardsThe Grocer’s New Product & Packaging Awards 2023: Rice, Pulses & Noodles
This cacio e pepe line is the result of a year-long project by Unearthed
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Events and AwardsThe Grocer’s New Product & Packaging Awards 2023: Ready Meals and Soups
Charlie Bigham’s teamed up with Tesco earlier this year to create a range of premium meal deals
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Events and AwardsThe Grocer’s New Product & Packaging Awards 2023: Plant-Based Meat Alternatives
This Juicy Marbles line looked to replicate a “whole muscle” steak texture