EU alcohol strategy may hit retailers
Alcohol retailers across Europe could be hit by European Commission plans to tighten controls surrounding the sale and marketing of alcohol products in a bid to tackle underage drinking.
Archives for November 15, 2005
European hypermarket format losing ground?
Analysts reveal mixed views over the future of the European hypermarket format, amidst growing market pressure from competition watchdogs, discount retailers and planning legislators.
Supermarkets study ethics to overcome supply problems
Marks and Spencers and Sainsburys are sending senior managers on a new training course that promises to teach mainstream business leaders about the ethics of product sourcing in a bid to improve supply chain relations.
Burns Philp goes to market to raise acquisition funds
Burns Philp's plan to raise A$2.1 billion (€1.3 billion) from a share offering in its Goodman Fielder business underlines the group's ambitions to dominate the Australasian ingredients market.
Scientists search milk for new functional proteins
Australia's dairy industry will spend $850,000 on research to find novel milk proteins that could be used in functional foods to improve nutrition and combat major diseases.
Private retailers fight for Sunday trade advantage
Privately held retailers and convenience stores in the UK have condemned a plan to extend Sunday trading hours, claiming it will bring the industry one step closer to complete domination by leading retail giants such as Tesco.
Parmalat board meets to discuss future strategy
Today's board meeting at Parmalat, the first since Enrico Bondi was appointed as chief executive last week, will help to determine which direction the Italian dairy giant goes from here.
Japan reshuffle suggests import tariffs on the negotiating table
Despite some important concessions, Japan remains unlikely to open up to the full rigours of the global free market just yet, to the frustration of western commodity firms.
Selako salt replacer targets health-conscious consumers
Salt reduction in finished products can be achieved without affecting shelf life or the manufacturing process, according to a Finnish firm.