February 4, 2025  |  Your latest trade news

Christmas grocery sales in Ireland reaches almost €1.4 billion

Brand Central | The 2024 festive period marked a 'historic moment' for the Irish grocery sector

“December is too close to the Christmas spending time and can effect confidence and morale.” The 2024 Christmas period marked a historic moment for the Irish grocery sector, with record-breaking sales, a resurgence in brand performance, and in-store...

Bord Bia launches programme to boost Irish food and drink exports

News | The Accelerated Export Growth (AEG) Programme offers tailored support to help Irish food and drink businesses expand into export markets, starting with 11 high-potential companies

An Post confirmed as Tesco's Stronger Starts distributor

News | This first-of-its-kind partnership leverages An Post's extensive nationwide distribution and delivery network to ensure children across Ireland have access to free nutritious food, supporting their health and well-being

Winners revealed at NOffLA Off-Licence of the Year Awards 2025

News | As NOffLA celebrated the winners of its 29th annual Off-Licence of the Year Awards, the event also highlighted key challenges facing the sector, including upcoming alcohol labelling regulations and high excise duties

Spar and Eurospar launch ‘Breast Before Dates’ campaign 

News | In partnership with the National Breast Cancer Research Institute, Spar and Eurospar are encouraging regular self-examination through an innovative campaign featuring eye-catching product labels and reminders

Lidl wins court battle to open first in-store pub in NI

News | Lidl has won a legal battle to open its first in-store pub in Northern Ireland after a High Court judge dismissed a challenge from another trader, the BBC reports

Ireland’s largest foodservice event returns this February

Brand Central | CATEX 2025 will bring the latest trends, innovations, and competitions to the RDS Simmonscourt from 18-20 February, making it a must-attend event for foodservice and hospitality professionals

Maxol raises €155k to support training of guide dogs in Ireland

News | Maxol staff will name two puppies, and the Maxol Dooradoyle team in Limerick will name the third for raising the most funds during the PAWsome campaign

Four arrested following a robbery at Galway retail location

News | The men were apprehended in connection with a robbery at a retail business in Galway City on January 29, according to Extra.ie 

Greencore reports strong Q1 growth with 7.5% revenue increase

News | Growth was driven by increased volumes, new business wins, and inflation recovery

SuperValu & Centra mark 210m container returns in first year of Deposit Return Scheme

News | Under the Deposit Return Scheme, PET bottles can be recycled up to seven times and aluminum cans have no recycling limit

Fyffes leads with sustainability and innovation for Fruit Logistica 2025

Brand Central | At Fruit Logistica 2025, Fyffes showcases its commitment to sustainable growth in fresh produce and strengthening partnerships with retail, communities, and suppliers

FSAI appoints Greg Dempsey as new chief executive

News | He will take up office following the conclusion of tenure of the current chief executive, Dr Pamela Byrne, on 1 March 2025

Registration now open for London Spirits Competition 2025

Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your spirits to industry leaders and gain the recognition your brand deserves

Costcutter announces exclusive charity partnership with Vision Ireland for 2025

Costcutter, part of Barry Group, has committed to a full-year partnership with Vision Ireland, supporting the charity’s mission to assist individuals with blindness and vision impairment across Ireland

John West. Eat Strong. Go Strong!

What is the answer to your shoppers’ ‘Lunch time dilemma’?

Yoplait reveals healthier Petits Filous and Frubes recipes

Yoplait has reduced sugar in Petits Filous and Frubes without adding sweeteners or thickeners, while continuing to educate parents on the benefits of fortified kids’ yogurts

KitKat releases new sharing bars with expanded flavours

The new range of sharing bars comes in three flavours including Double Chocolate, Salted Caramel and Hazelnut

The Marketing Society of Ireland appoints new council chair for 2025

Orlagh Geraghty, head of brand marketing at Britvic Ireland, brings over 15 years of marketing experience and succeeds Mark Noble as chair

Butlers Chocolates introduces recyclable paper on twist-wrapped truffles

The move from this family-owned chocolatier will contribute to a reduction in approximately 15 tonnes of waste annually

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