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Nestlé cereal factory expansion highlights automation, extrusion and engineering skills

Food Manufacture reported further technical detail about Cereal Partners UK’s previously announced £66m Staverton cereal factory expansion, including extrusion, factory consolidation and engineering recruitment.

27 October 2026 · Business & Investment

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£500,000 investment brings new production capability to Cheshire bakery

Little Treats Bakery has secured £500,000 to install a new production line at its Winsford facility, supporting expansion beyond biscuits into chocolate and protein…

26 October 2026 · Business & Investment

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