Fox joins the business with experience in senior roles in the UK and international hospitality industries, working at big names including KFC, Pizza Hut UK and Ireland, Starbucks and most recently
Manufacturers identified this heightened demand as a key opportunity during the rest of the year.
Despite a mini-heat wave towards the end of the month, mixed weather throughout April kept pub (7.6%) and restaurant (7.2%) growth fairly subdued.
The updated database consists of the most recent data collected in member states, covering more population groups and new food categories, such as energy drinks.
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The newly-designed factory forms a key part of Vimto Out Of Home, manufacturing frozen and post-mix solutions for their own customers and external partners.
Hamilton took over from former chief executive Lin O’Brien this April following her retirement from HCL.
Figures published this week for the year ending 31 August, 2017 show turnover at £19.7m, a rise of almost 15%.
The firms claim the partnership will create the UK and Ireland’s largest manufacturer and supplier of cleaning and hygiene products.
Alice brings a wealth of expertise and experience to the role, most recently holding the position of managing director for Chartwells Independent.