25th Anniversary Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards Now Accepting Entries

October 2, 2017 Retail Council of Canada

The 25th Anniversary Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards, which is hosted by the Retail Council of Canada is now accepting entries (deadline is November 27, 2017) for the special silver anniversary program.

KeyImpact Sales & Systems Expands Its Packaging & Supply Business By Acquiring Premium Packaging Group

October 2, 2017 KeyImpact Sales and Systems

KeyImpact Sales & Systems, Inc. (KeyImpact) announces their third acquisition in 2017, adding Premium Packaging Group (PPG), a foodservice packaging & supply sales agency. The acquisition of PPG expands KeyImpact's expertise and resources throughout the Kansas and Missourimarkets.

KKR Is A Likely Bidder For BJ's Wholesale, Nixing IPO Plans

KKR & Co. is in talks to acquire BJ’s Wholesale Club. BJ's private equity owners approached the New York buyout firm to set up what is expected to be a $4.5 billion deal — five-times their original investment

Metro To Sell Assets To Fund $3.6 Billion Coutu Purchase

Canadian grocer Metro Inc. pledged to sell assets to reduce its financing needs and retain its credit rating as part of a C$4.5 billion ($3.6 billion) purchase of pharmacy chain Jean Coutu Group Inc.

Ahold USA Partners With Teal Pumpkin Project Offering Allergy-Free Options For Trick-Or-Treaters

October 2, 2017 Ahold USA

Ahold USA's brands, including Stop & Shop, Giant Food and GIANT/MARTIN'S, announce they are the exclusive grocery partner on the East Coast to the Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) Teal Pumpkin Project® to help shoppers become more aware of food allergies and ensure safe choices for all trick-or-treaters this Halloween.