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PIF sets up new international arm for overseas exhibitions

David Rees — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:33:30 +0000

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has created PIF World, a new specialist company established to organise international exhibitions, delegations and market opportunities in association with PIF. The new arm has been set up to deliver a programme of international opportunities for British pet businesses, including UK Pavilions at Zoomark 2027 and the new Spoga Dog [...]

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Direct-to-consumer becoming multi-channel, says new report

David Rees — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:31:30 +0000

A new report into the direct-to-consumer (D2C) pet food market has shown how brands are increasingly shifting into the retail sector. The second edition of The D2C Pet Food Landscape, produced by Polish novel ingredient supplier Proteine Resources, studied the availability of D2C pet food products throughout Europe and found that only 34% of the [...]

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Alternative protein pet food brand enters Baltic market

David Rees — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:21:50 +0000

Danish pet food company Globe Buddy is expanding its European presence into the Baltic states through a new partnership with Lithuanian distributor Euromedika. The launch into Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia includes products from Globe Buddy’s treat portfolio, led by Hearts, its newest range of everyday dog treats. The range comprises three recipes – two based [...]

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Purina creates new fresh cat food selection

David Rees — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:28:20 +0000

Purina Europe is expanding its Gourmet portfolio with the launch of a new range of homestyle-inspired, slow-cooked wet cat food. This Gourmet My Fresh Menu range features fine cuts of meat or fish garnished with vegetables in gravy. The complete recipes are supplied in single serve pouches, stable at ambient temperatures, in four varieties – Rich in Chicken, garnished with [...]

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New US pet company expands operations with British influence

David Rees — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:30:45 +0000

The team behind US-based poultry keeping firm Hatching Time has expanded its interests in the dog and cat supply market with the help of some British influence. Founded in late 2025 by Hatching Time chief executives Ryan Flanagan and Yagiz Aksu together with British pet industry voice Clayton Payne, Oldfield Pets is aiming “to bring [...]

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PIF says “It’s time to think British again”

David Rees — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:15:05 +0000

Pet Industry Federation (PIF) chief executive Nigel Baker has called on the UK pet industry to look beyond the domestic market for growth and to start to rebuild a distinctive British presence overseas. While the PetQuip organisation used to provide a focal point for UK exhibitors abroad, since the body ceased trading earlier this year [...]

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Pet Fair Asia 2026 reports record international participation

David Rees — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:51:28 +0000

The recent Pet Fair Asia exhibition is reporting record levels of overseas involvement and professional visitors. Held in Shanghai, China, on August 19-23, the 320,000 sqm show broke new records with more than 2,600 exhibitors and over 130,000 professional visitors. International visitation grew by 23%, with visitors coming from 102 countries, the highest number to [...]

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PIF to host pet trade delegation to China

David Rees — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:28:29 +0000

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) is inviting UK pet businesses to join a supported industry delegation to the China International Pet Show (CIPS), taking place in Guangzhou on November 12-15. The delegation is designed for brands interested in entering or understanding the Chinese pet market, as well as retailers, buyers and distributors looking to source [...]

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VAFO Group acquires Pets Deli

David Rees — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:02:30 +0000

European pet food firm VAFO Group has acquired German direct-to-consumer (D2C) brand Pets Deli. Based in Berlin, Pets Deli offers nutrition products for dogs and cats – including wet food, dry food, raw feeding, snacks and supplements – sold directly to pet owners through its digital platform. The acquisition adds more than €40 million to [...]

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CIPS marks 30th Edition with new programme

David Rees — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:11:10 +0000

The China International Pet Show (CIPS) will mark its 30th edition next November with a new recognition programme for participants. The CIPS 30th Anniversary Recognition Program: Growing with CIPS will invite industry professionals and organisations to share their experiences connected with the trade show over the years to share their stories, including memorable moments, important [...]

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