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Association of Convenience Stores appoints Ed Woodall as new Chief Executive
ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) has appointed Ed Woodall as its new Chief Executive. He will take up the post from 1 March 2026, succeeding James Lowman who announced his departure in Sept …
Food and drink industry set for another turbulent year due to US tariffs, but exporters can turn crisis into opportunity
IFE partner, the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade, discusses recent world events affecting international trade, and the Institute's sessions at the show covering tarriffs and food c …
Greencore completes acquisition of Bakkavor to create leading convenience food business
Greencore has announced the completion of its acquisition of Bakkavor, creating a new leader in convenience food. The milestone marks the start of a new chapter for Greencore as it prepares to celebra …
Sample quality free from products at IFE 2026
The Free From Awards team highlight some IFE exhibitors that have previously been recognised for their free from credentials and great taste. 
Registration opens for Food, Drink & Hospitality Week 2026, with food and drink innovation at its core
Registration is now open for Food, Drink & Hospitality Week 2026, returning to Excel London from 30 March to 01 April.  
Leamaxx launches “Energy Boba,” a groundbreaking functional pop-beverage innovation for 2026
Leamaxx International (Stand N4810) has announced the launch of Energy Boba, a new category-defining concept that combines the familiar energy drink profile with the playful, sensory appeal of popping …
Seafish UK celebrates a standout 2025
Seafish UK (Stand N3950 at IFE 2026) is marking a year of strong growth, industry recognition and expanded partnerships, following a standout 2025 that built on long-standing relationships across reta …
Five health trends shaping food and drink in 2026
Discover the five key health trends set to shape food and drink in 2026, from fibre and gut health to protein and minimal ingredients, with insights from the M&S Food Health Trends Report.  
M&S Food launches new Nutrient Dense meals to support fibre, vitamin and mineral intake
M&S Food has launched Nutrient Dense, a new range of salads, snacks and meals designed to help people consume the right amounts of fibre, vitamins and minerals.
Lunch with the Buyer in partnership with TickEat returns to IFE 2026
IFE 2026 exhibitors are invited to apply for Lunch with the Buyer, a hosted networking event delivered in partnership with TickEat and taking place on Monday 30 March 2026 at Excel London.
From concept to Christmas: Preparing an advent calendar for 2027
IFE discusses how advent calendars have become one of the most commercially significant seasonal formats in food and drink, and why brands planning to launch for Christmas 2027 need to start preparing …
Mayo and ketchup with Christmas dinner? New Subway survey reveals condiments are king for Gen Z this festive season
Subway® is launching a free limited-edition range of Christmas tree decorations inspired by its most popular sauces after new research revealed a seismic shake-up in the culinary accompaniments that w …