The pods, made by Darlington-based company Beanies, will be available in 3 flavours and hit Aldi shelves across the UK this week.  Compostable material, and compatible with existing machines  Sugar-free, low-calorie, vegan, fully compostable.. Beanies packages ticks all the boxes for the buzzwords that are flying around the industry right now. It is therefore no surprise that Aldi has decided...

With exits from the channel and low activity from the market leaders, we look at recent developments in online grocery in Europe’s largest grocery market. Low penetration as shoppers prefer physical channels Making up only 1.4% of the market in 2022 and forecast to only increase to 2.5% in 2027, the online grocery channel has struggled to win over shoppers. So, why has there been this re...

Sustainability plays an integral role in shaping the retail market across Europe. Retailers and suppliers continue to review their ESG targets to put a greater focus on reducing food waste, social commitments and providing healthier, more sustainable choices. Retailers also continue to launch new sustainability initiatives focused on reducing plastic, enhancing stores through designs that make th...