Bridor is investing in a new manufacturing facility in Greater Salt Lake City, Utah. The Western US plant will be Bridor’s fifth in North America, in addition to those in New Jersey, Connecticut and two in Canada
Konrad Meyer was appointed Chairman, succeeding Olivier Goudet, the head of the Board for the past six years. In addition, Pret founder Sinclair Beecham and previous Pret Chairman Larry Billett return to the business, with Billett rejoining the Board as Chair of the Audit Committee.
On April 10, Palsgaard held an event to inaugurate a new spray cooling tower and officially launch the construction of a new emulsifier factory that will supply the tower, where the emulsifiers will be turned into fine-powdered products. The resulting materials can be used in several industries, including food.
Croatian craft bakery Boogie Lab is launching Boogie Lab USA and Boogie Bakery, the company’s first US-based micro bakery opening in spring 2024. Specialties sold will include sourdough-based breads, pastries and sandwiches. Distribution is set to begin in April.
Lesaffre announced a series of investments in the U.S. to strengthen its geographical footprint in the region. Lesaffre is investing in both new equipment and R&D to offer relevant solutions, while also respecting the planet’s limited resources. The company has been active in this market for 45 years, where it currently employs more than 600 people in its yeast, bacteria and baking ingredients factories, Baking Center and corporate headquarters.
Greegs announced it plans to open new branches across South and Northwestern England, starting in August. The expansion will include an outlet store and a drive-thru, according to local media reports.
Papa John’s International announced it acquired Drake Food Service International’s restaurants in the UK. The financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The new restaurant portfolio will consist of 91 locations across London and other parts of the UK.
Artisanal boulangerie and specialty coffee house Ground Bakery launched takeout services at its newest shop in Cowbridge, Wales, which opened for business at the beginning of December.
KEMPF held the groundbreaking ceremony to announce the official start of the construction of its new plant.
The Italian industrial group is expanding its international footprint with the opening of the TP Food Group – North America inc., a new subsidiary located in the Philadelphia metropolitan area.