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Krinos Foods Plans New HQ in the Bronx
Krinos Foods Inc., a Greek and Mediterranean specialty food importer, distributor and manufacturer, plans to develop a new approximately 100,000-square-foot national headquarters in the Bathgate Industrial Business Zone in the Bronx. Krinos was selected by the New York City Economic Development Corp. (NYCEDC) based on its response to an RFP issued in April 2012, and will purchase the site from the city for $3.5 million. Krinos will invest an additional $17.3 million to construct its new headquarters – creating approximately 32 construction jobs – and expects to open the facility in early 2014. Once open, Krinos plans to add five ... |
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Sales Growth Prods Frontier Soups to Expand
Frontier Soups has expanded its production and warehouse facility to accommodate the continued sales growth of the company’s all-natural, gourmet dried soup mixes. The expansion includes the addition of two new automated fillers to increase capacity and 7,500 square feet of warehousing to accommodate finished goods, said Trisha Anderson, company founder for the Waukegan, Ill.-based business. “Our year-over-year sales growth continues to improve so we need the extra production capability,” Anderson said. “We also continue to invest in equipment that provides precision measuring of ingredients and greater productivity. The new warehouse allows for more efficient shipping just in time for our busy ... |
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UNFI to Consolidate Distribution at New Colorado Facility
United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI), a leading national distributor of natural, organic and specialty food, announced plans to consolidate its four existing Denver-based distribution facilities into a new 535,000-square-foot facility at Gateway Park in Aurora, Colo. The new facility is expected to open in summer 2013. Situated near the Denver International Airport corridor, the new facility will serve as a distribution hub for retailers in the Rocky Mountains region as well as Kansas, Nebraska, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming. The existing facilities’ consolidation extends the company’s focus on enhancing efficiencies; improving productivity through “best in class” warehousing and inventory control ... |
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Martha, Emeril Sued Over Alleged Trademark Violation
The Chamber of Industry and Commerce for Wuppertal-Solingen-Remscheid in Germany has sued Martha Stewart, Emeril Lagasse, Home Shopping Network (HSN) and some related companies over claims that knives sold under the Emeril brand made false claims of being associated with Solingen. According to a report by Courthouse News Service (CNS), the Solingen trade name dates back to 1853 and is protected in Germany and the United States. It was trademarked in the United States in 1974, with a first-use date of 1853, according to the complaint. The chamber sued Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Emeril Lagasse, HSNI LLC dba ... |
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Global Knives Names Scanpan Exclusive U.S. Distributor
In a move that promises to increase sales and broaden distribution of its classic Japanese-made Global knives, Master Cutlery has named Scanpan USA Inc. its exclusive distributor for the United States. Master Cutlery holds the worldwide rights for Yoshikin Global Knives. Los Angeles-based Scanpan will distribute the signature classic Global knives as well as market the Mino Sharp group of cutlery sharpeners and the more traditional Bunmei Japanese knives. “Changes in the way we distribute and serve our customers need to be made as we prepare to launch our latest Global addition – Global SAI,” said Mino Tsuchida, president of ... |
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NYIGF Hosts Largest Show Since 2009
Defying conservative industry expectations, strong retailer attendance at the August New York International Gift Fair (NYIGF) – the largest since 2009 – resulted in robust booth traffic and sales activity, according to the show organizer.The show utilized a total of 545,000 net square feet of exhibit space across its three New York venues – Jacob K. Javits Convention Center and Passenger Ship Terminal’s Piers 92 and 94. The total NYIGF attendance of 33,000 represented retailers from all 50 states and 85 countries, with the largest numbers of international visitors hailing from Canada, Japan, Mexico, Brazil, Columbia, Australia and the United ... |
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Vinotemp International Wins Partial Summary Judgment
The U.S. District Court for the Central District of California has granted partial summary judgment in favor of Vinotemp International in a patent infringement lawsuit. Chief Judge Audrey B. Collins issued a detailed order explaining why Vinotemp, a leader in the wine storage and refrigeration industry for 25 years, did not infringe U.S. Patent No. 6,991,117 owned by Wine Master Cellars. Judge Collins’ order stated that all of Wine Master’s arguments supporting its claim of patent infringement are “meritless.”“It is exciting to see justice prevail,” said India Hynes, president of Vinotemp International. “Patent litigation is a long and often arduous ... |
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Demarle Changes Company Name, Unveils New Logo
Cranbury, N.J.-based Demarle Inc., which markets Silpat and Sil-Eco brands in the United States, has changed its corporate name to Sasa Demarle Inc., to reflect the scope of the company’s business. The company’s management team and product line remains the same. A new red-and-white logo for Sasa Demarle expands on the original Demarle logo to incorporate and illustrate the new name.In 2000, Sasa Industrie Group merged with Demarle’s parent company in France to form a new global leader in nonstick baking products. TheU.S. subsidiary has now changed its official name to coordinate with the company’s worldwide operation and maintain its ... |
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Yankee Candle Leverages Creative Expertise with New York City Design Studio
The Yankee Candle Company Inc., the world’s largest manufacturer of premium scented candles, is opening a new design studio located in New York, which will allow the company to access best-in-class design experts in the fashion and home décor industry. The new studio will also allow the company to fully influence the design, cost and manufacturing opportunities of its products. Based in South Deerfield, Mass., the company has chosen renowned fashion and textile designer Patti Carpenter to head the New York studio as creative director.“This new design studio will allow us to continue to push the envelope in developing inspiring, ... |
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NCA’s Graham Announces Retirement in 2014
National Candy Association (NCA) President Larry Graham has announced his plan to retire following the 2014 Sweets & Snacks Expo after 22 years as head of the association. Graham, who has overseen significant changes in the association’s structure, intends to be actively involved in the recruitment and transition process to ensure an organized change of leadership. “We want the transition to be orderly, well thought-out and positive for the NCA membership and the staff,” noted Mitchell Goetze, NCA’s chairman. “This is an important time in NCA history and it must be done carefully. Larry has done a great job and ... |
