Retail news from FPJ – Page 292
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ArticleFresh produce drives Morrisons growth
Morrisons is the latest UK supermarket chain to get its recovery on track, and fresh produce was a key driver as it announced full-year results this morning that show pre-tax profits of £331 million, up from £54m in the previous year.
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ArticleAirfreight labels take off at M&S
Marks & Spencer is to start labelling it airfreighted food this week as part of its £200 million Plan A project.
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ArticleRed Tractor week to get celeb makeover
A week of activities highlighting the benefits of the Red Tractor scheme is to be fronted by celebrity chef James Tanner.
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ArticleKleerex to boost impulse fruit buys
An innovative display unit that could boost impulse buys of fruit among consumers waiting in line at shop tills was unveiled on at the Convenience Retailing Show, at the Birmingham NEC, on Tuesday.
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Lib Dems throw weight behind small store campaign
The Liberal Democrats have pledged their support for local shops against anti-competitive supermarket competition.
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ArticleFruity Faces to trial at Asda
An inflatable fruit case aimed at kids is to trial at 22 Asda superstores in April.
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ArticleCostcutter: produce a 'hero' category
The fresh produce department is a significant growth area that must be seized by the convenience sector, Costcutter trading and marketing director Angela Barber, pictured, told freshinfo.
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ArticleMJ Morris offers convenience advice
The convenience sector needs more advice on how to handle fruit and vegetables, Leicestershire-based fresh produce wholesaler MJ Morris & Son Ltd said at the Convenience Retailing Show, at the Birmingham NEC, on Tuesday.
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ArticleMorrisons moves interest the City
Morrisons shares have reached record levels, as the supermarket chain prepares to release details of its new strategic plan on Thursday and the private-equity speculation bandwagon circles.
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ArticleWaitrose Faitrade promise off to a flying start
Sales of Fairtrade products at Waitrose doubled during the first week of Fairtrade Fortnight.
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ArticleNew trading director for Morrisons
Bradford-based supermarket chain Morrisons has appointed Martyn Jones as trading director.
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ArticleDouble boost for Waitrose
As its parent company unveiles an 11 per cent turnover increase, Waitrose has also been rated the UK’s favourite retailer.
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ArticleACS makes a stand
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) is to meet with members of the Competition Commission today in order to share evidence that it has submitted as part of the ongoing inquiry into the grocery market.
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Tesco refutes media claims
Tesco has spoken to freshinfo to refute claims that it has been misleading shoppers in its half-price Fruit & Veg Pledge.
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Luc’s luck runs out at Carrefour
Luc Vandevelde has resigned as Carrefour chairman amidst growing speculation of a takeover bid for the French retail giant.
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TNS - Grocery market enjoys boost
The growth in the grocery retail market received a boost in February, TNS data released today has revealed, with Asda continuing its strong performance.
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ArticleSavings windfall for Sainsbury's staff
More than 8,000 supermarket workers are among Sainsbury’s staff set to share in a £23 million payout after participating in its employee share ownership scheme.
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ArticleSimply Food to sample new format
Marks & Spencer is on the lookout for suitable sites to build supermarket-sized versions of its Simply Food banner.
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Offer deadline issued on JS
The Takeover Panel has set a deadline for the private equity consortium interested in J Sainsbury to make a bid.
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ArticleTesco scoops top retail prize
Tesco has been crowned the Consumers’ Favourite Retailer by TNS Worldpanel at the Retail Week awards ceremony.