Allied Bakeries, makers of Kingsmill and Sunblest, are to invest in new tracking technology for its delivery fleet, according to press reports.

US food and drink manufacturer, Johanna Foods, has extended its relationship with pallet pooling specialist CHEP, a relationship which began after the manufacturer wanted to reduce damages and its supply chain.

French retailer, Intermarché, has begun construction of a new development in Béziers, France, according to press reports.

French distilled beverage manufacturer, Pernod Ricard, has extended its warehousing and distribution contract with logistics company Wincanton.

UK logistics company, Bibby Distribution, has won a three-year distribution and warehousing contract with Japanese food manufacturer Mizkan.

In the year ending 28th February 2013, Stobart Group announced underlying profits of £44.9m, up 12%, on revenues of £572.4m.

Morrisons and Ocado have announced a £170m deal that will see Morrisons.com commence online grocery deliveries in January 2014.

Nestlé is extending its Vorsino based facility in order to support growing demand in Russia for its products.

Growing UK Brewer, St Austell Brewery, is to partner with Norbert Dentressangle as it plans to expand its business out of south-west England.

UK based mineral water supplier, Highland Spring, is to partner with CHEP in a three year pallet provision deal.