Bundy Baking has enjoyed successful business worldwide over the past years, with American Pan strengthening its foothold in Europe. Staying close to its customers and listening to their changing needs has not only helped the group weather the storm of recent disruptions, but it has always been the key to thriving. William Bundy – Global President, Operations, Bundy Baking Solutions, and Jason Bowman – President American Pan Europe & MENA talk resilience, acquisitions, technology and, first of all, loyalty, in an interview.
The Unser Heimatbäcker group of companies applied to the Neubrandenburg district court for self-administration restructuring. Lila Bäcker’s business operations will continue unchanged for all its 232 branches and 1,600 employees. The company is in talks with investors, with plans for Lila Bäcker to be renovated in-house.
Thomas’, a Bimbo Bakeries brand producing grocery store English muffins and bagels in the U.S., expanded its breakfast portfolio with the launch of its new Croissant Bread. It has the flaky delicate layers of a croissant baked into a loaf, which is sliced for convenience.
Food trends are one of the four focus topics at the trade fair in October, along with artisan bakery, digitalization and sustainability. Karin Tischer, the founder of food & more, highlighted the trends that are emerging around the world, which are reflected at the iba.FOOD TRENDS TOURS. Four food trends have emerged in 2023, the researcher highlights: digitization, health orientation with indulgence, Food & Beverage trend booster, as well as sustainability.
Tambov Bakery, a business 400 km from Moscow, uses its production facility for drone manufacturing, at the request of the army. Russian state media Rossia recently profiled the bakery, showing breads and drones on a production line.
