January 13, 2025  |  Your latest trade news

Dunnes holds steady as Ireland's top grocer

News | According to the latest data from Kantar, Monday 23 December was the most popular shopping day of the year, with consumers spending €107 million on that one day alone

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Applegreen to sell UK petrol filling station business

News | In Ireland, Applegreen will be continuing to invest in its petrol filling station business, as it is an integral part of its Irish operations

Food and drink manufacturing thrives despite rising cost pressures

News | Food Drink Ireland’s latest report highlights strong export potential but warns of challenges from labour, material costs, and regulatory pressures

Irish food and drink exports reach a record €17bn

News | According to Bord Bia’s CEO Sentiment Survey, most Irish food and drink exporters remain optimistic about achieving growth in 2025.

Ireland’s Fittest Family returns with new season sponsored by Londis

News | Season 12 of Ireland’s Fittest Family kicks off with Davy Fitzgerald leading an all-star coaching team while Londis offers more than €20,000 worth of prizes for viewers and schools

SuperValu reports surge in demand as cold snap drives stockpiling 

Brand Central | Shoppers nationwide prepare for icy weather, with rising sales of bread, milk, and comfort foods as orange weather warnings sweep across Ireland

ESB launches new EV charging hubs at two Inver locations in Co Cork

News | New high-powered charging hubs (200kW) at Inver Charleville and Macroom can provide 100km of charge in as little as six minutes

Retail commercial property investment leads the way: CBRE NI

News | Despite the overall decline, the retail sector remained the largest, accounting for 56% of total investments

BWG Foods launches NextGen Entrepreneurs programme to shape Ireland's retail future

News | In partnership with DCU Business School, the programme delivers modules in leadership, retail, finance, marketing, technology, and customer experience

Smurfit Westrock launches sustainable paper pallet wrap

News | The 100% recyclable paper-based wrap is helping companies reduce emissions and replace single-use plastic in their supply chains

FSAI reports 45% rise in food safety Enforcement Orders in 2024

News | 133 Enforcement Orders were issued to food businesses in 2024, highlighting critical breaches such as inadequate pest control, poor hygiene practices, and lack of staff training

Johnny Sexton and Mace launch Right Options campaign for healthier living

The campaign encourages shoppers to adopt healthier habits through a new video series featuring mindfulness, music, and nutrition

Enjoy a handmade slice of Sicily with Slicey

Slicey have introduced the world’s first air fryer pizza slice in three flavours including margherita, pepperoni and spicy diavola

Thanks Plants launches new plant-based Meal Pots

The Meal Pots are now available in Tesco, Dunnes, SuperValu and independent stores

New Rowntrees sharing bags set to bring juicier profits

Celebrating the launch of its new family sharing bag range, Rowntrees is rolling out a series of ‘Happy CHEWSday’ events to inject fun into Tuesdays

Gordon Buchanan joins Drinksology Kirker Greer as EMEA director

With 30 years of industry experience, Buchanan joins Drinksology Kirker Greer Group to drive the company’s three-year growth plan across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Global Travel Retail

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