January 19, 2026  |  Your latest trade news

The January 2026 issue of ShelfLife is available now

Brand Central | Read the digital version of the latest issue online

In this month’s issue we look at the outstanding retail achievements that were celebrated at the 2025 ShelfLife National ...

Lauren Godfrey appointed as Mars Wrigley UK & Ireland Bars brand director

News | In her new role as Bars brand director Godfrey will lead on long-term strategy, portfolio, and brand campaigns for flagship Mars’ brands such as Snickers, Twix, Bounty, and Mars across the UK and Irish markets

Aldi Ireland announces pay increase for staff

Brand Central | The 2% increase in base pay ensures Aldi Ireland continues to meet the new Living Wage Recommendation of €15.40 per hour

Lidl Ireland launches 10th Kickstart Supplier Development Programme

Brand Central | Since its launch in 2017, Lidl has invested more than €42 million in supporting over 300 Irish businesses through the Lidl Kickstart Supplier Development Programme

Revenue seize €154k worth of contraband

News | Revenue officers seized contraband worth over €154,160 in intelligence-led operations across Dublin, the Midlands and Rosslare

TAP Design earns Business All-Star status

Brand Central | Ranelagh-based TAP Design Consultancy earns Business All-Star accreditation for 2026, recognising excellence in strategy-led design

Matcha becomes Ireland’s fastest-growing drink

Brand Central | New Square data shows matcha sales in Irish cafés surged 155% year-on-year, far outpacing traditional coffee growth

The Boatyard Distillery earns global recognition

News | Fermanagh’s Boatyard Distillery features in Drinks International Brands Report 2026 for fourth consecutive year

Ireland hosts first EU CIGI Conference

News | Ireland hosts inaugural EU CIGI conference at RDS alongside Showcase Ireland 2026 to raise awareness of new scheme

The Irish Food Trade Connect Forum 2026 applications open

Brand Central | Over 250 food and drink leaders will gather in Naas this March for a major networking and showcase event

Top 7 grocery retail stories from around the world

ShelfLife’s pick of the week’s top global industry stories

New Year New You

Ryan Brennan looks at how Irish consumers are embracing healthier eating and lifestyle habits this year, from low-fat milk to protein-boosted oats, flaxseed, and reduced-sugar treats

Just Food relaunches vegan organic soups

Galway-made Just Food relaunches with new vegan organic soups and bold packaging, plus SOOP Mug innovation for on-the-go eating

The Happy Pear brings a fresh spark to gut health with gut soda

The Happy Pear launch a new lightly sparkling prebiotic soda designed to support gut health and everyday wellbeing

The Boatyard Distillery earns global recognition

Fermanagh’s Boatyard Distillery features in Drinks International Brands Report 2026 for fourth consecutive year

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