Planet Doughnut has installed a 24/7 vending machine outside its bakery at Battlefield Industrial Estate in Shrewsbury, offering customers round-the-clock access to its products.

Chobani is expanding its product line-up with the launch of a new Chobani Flip Peanut Butter S’mores yogurt, as the company continues to tap into demand for indulgent, dessert-inspired flavours.

Valeo Foods UK’s Kettle Chips brand has expanded into the tortilla category with the launch of Kettle Tortillas in the UK.

Starbucks UK has rolled out its Signature Bakery Collection nationwide after a trial in selected stores delivered strong customer response and sales.

Danone has entered into an agreement to acquire UK plant-based meal solutions brand Huel for an undisclosed amount.

The Hershey Company has launched a unified US commercial operating model, bringing its sweet, salty and protein portfolios together under a single structure branded ‘ONE Hershey’.

A proposed class action lawsuit accuses Linus Technologies, owner of the David Protein brand, of significantly understating the calorie and fat content of its protein bars.

PepsiCo UK is investing £3.6 million to install a rooftop solar power system at its Southern Region Distribution Centre (SRDC) in Leicester, UK.

PepsiCo is bringing one of its most recognisable snack brands into the culinary world with the launch of its first restaurant concept dedicated to Lay’s, opening in Madrid, Spain.

PepsiCo-owned Doritos is entering the high-growth protein snack segment with the launch of Doritos Protein.

Popeyes UK has secured a master franchise development agreement to operate the Popeyes brand in the Republic of Ireland, with the first site scheduled to open at Blanchardstown Centre in Dublin this spring.

White Castle has installed a new automated kiosk at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), expanding its on-the-go offering for travellers in the Fort Myers area.