Our position at The Sterling Choice between client and candidate gives us a unique insight into the FMCG sector. Working closely alongside established brands and retailers, we are witnessing, first-hand, the challenges that the industry is facing and where changes
One Stop is launching its largest ever own label range supported by a ‘you’ll love the change’ campaign. It will feature approximately 330 own label products and will be launched in two phases. Phase one, comprising chilled food, meat and produce will
Spar UK has made some fantastic improvements to its soft drinks range in time for summer 2016 – including removing 51.6 tonnes of sugar from across the range. This incredible reduction equates to 206m calories, thanks to Spar’s thorough review and
Spar claims it is heating up sales for the rest of this winter, with the launch of great quality new hot drinks from Spar brand.
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Visitors to this year’s Chelsea Flower were guaranteed to come out smelling of roses and for more than one reason. The quintessentially British soap and fragrance brand, Heyland & Whittle, donated the hand washes and lotions used in all of
Shoppers are becoming increasingly positive about retailers’ own-brand products, which is contributing to a rise in sales, particularly for ‘premium’ versions, according to the latest retail news from global information and insights company Nielsen. Own-brand products accounted for 54% of UK
Spar is relaunching its own label pet food range. The four-strong range comprises Spar Dog Mixer (RRP £2.75), Spar Cat Complete Chicken (RRP £0.89), Spar Dog Complete Chicken & Veg and Spar Dog Complete Beef & Veg (both RRP £2.99). -
Extending its long established partnership with Waitrose, British artisan manufacturer Deli Santé has announced it is producing a new selection of own-label savoury bakery products for the supermarket. The French-inspired selection includes a quiche and a tart for the supermarket’s ‘Menu
Own label is on the rise. Between 2011 and 2013, own label sales have risen 1.32% at a total grocery level in the UK (Kantar), and they show no sign of stopping. With this in mind, Perception Research Services (PRS)
Spar UK is planning to increase sales participation of its own label range by 10%. As one of the four transformational strategies within Spar’s Growing Together strategy, the symbol group said it is making massive investments in own label, which it
The Co-operative is re-launching its premium Truly Irresistible Italian range. The new restaurant-quality menu of pre-prepared meals, available in stores now, have been created following time spent in Italy by the development chefs, who travelled the length and breadth of
For the perfect canapé and a tasty addition to the party food spread this Christmas and New Year, The Co-operative’s new Loved by us Savoury Cheese and Onion Souflettes will be a big hit with hungry guests, the retailer claims.
The Co-operative Food is introducing a premium tier to its own-brand wine range – using its established Truly Irresistible brand on wine for the first time. Launching on 21 October 2013, with more wines being added early next year, the
The Co-operative Food is extending and re-launching its chilled pie range with a selection of new lines and improved recipes – to inspire its customers with a variety of delicious pies that are perfect for a convenient meal and taste
The Co-operative Food is launching a new Loved by Us private label and relaunching its food to go range under the brand this autumn with 30 new lines. Existing favourites will be given a makeover too, with new recipes and
The Co-operative Food is introducing an artisan bread into its in-store bakery range. Launching into selected stores on 4 September 2013, The Co-operative Truly Irresistible Beetroot and Apple Bloomer is described as a great addition to a cheeseboard, and would
The Co-operative Food is introducing a limited-edition ice cream into its premium Truly Irresistible range. Launching in stores on 2 October 2013, the new Truly Irresistible Pina Colada Ice Cream is strictly for grown ups, according to the retailer. The new
The Co-operative Food’s cheese range scooped a clutch of Gold awards and accolades at the world’s biggest cheese and dairy awards. The community retailer and its cheese suppliers beat off stiff competition from retailers and producers from around the world
The Co-operative Food has added delicatessen-inspired ready-to-eat salads to its Truly Irresistible range. The products will be in stores nationwide from 28 August 2013. They include Truly Irresistible Tabbouleh Salad with Pumpkin Falafel and Houmous(200g, £2.10), bulgar wheat base is infused with fresh
Morrisons has launched a new own brand baby range, Little Big, created by design agency Elmwood. The range is said to provide parents with all the products they need to care for their baby including nappies, wipes and toiletries. Elmwood
In a Retail Times exclusive, Emily Mayer, unit director and personal care expert, IRI, explores the retail outlook for the personal care market in Europe The personal care industry encompasses a variety of products from fragrances and hair care to
Sainsbury’s has secured its highest market share for a decade following 33 consecutive quarters of like-for-like sales growth. Announcing preliminary results for the 52 weeks to 16 March 2013, Sainsbury’s said it had outperformed the market, lifting its share to
Tesco is claiming a UK first with the launch of an automatic price comparison coupon covering both branded and own label products. Price Promise will compare the overall cost of a basket of branded, own label and fresh food groceries
The Co-operative Food is extending and re-launching its own brand cooked meats range. The redesigned packaging highlights the welfare, British sourcing and provenance messages of the products. All premium Truly Irresistible products are British and RSPCA Freedom Food accredited, and
The Co-operative is introducing a new cake into its premium Truly Irresistible range from 6 March 2013. The Truly Irresistible Strawberry and White Chocolate Cake, serves six people and is said to be perfect for raising the spirits in preparation
