ULG, one of London's exciting and dynamic restaurant and bar groups, has appointed Adrian Hartley as Managing Director, as well as procuring its 10th site. Adrian Hartley Having served as Operations Manager at Kornicis Group, Hartley has already completed three years as Operations Director at ULG previous to his newly assigned position. Specialising in British food … [Read more...]
Marston’s reports good progress and profits as expected
Marston's PLC has updated on trading for the year ended 3 October 2015. Its preliminary results will be announced on 26 November 2015. Commenting, Ralph Findlay, Chief Executive Officer said: "The Group has made good progress in the last year, with underlying growth in all of the business segments. Our new pub-restaurants, premium pubs and lodges have all performed well … [Read more...]
It’s on! ABInBev and SABMiller reach megabrew agreement
SABMiller and ABInBev have announced that they have reached agreement on a buyout deal that would created the world’s biggest brewing company - by a considerable distance, and to the delight of investors. The world’s two biggest beer-makers have agreed on a takeover worth £44 a share to SABMiller shareholders, though no doubt there will be considerable regulatory hurdles to … [Read more...]
Roxy Ball Room tops the bill for Liverpool ONE
Grosvenor Fund Management (GFM) has announced that Jones Bar Group is to open its second Roxy Ball Room, the ping pong and pool concept, on Liverpool ONE’s Hanover Street. Launched in 2013, The Roxy Ball Room offers a unique mix of gaming, cocktails, beer and bar snacks, including fresh dough pizza and homemade hamburgers. Set across 6,929 sq ft on the top floor of 26 … [Read more...]
Rugby World Cup props up consumer spending in September
Consumer spending growth regained some of the ground it lost over the summer in September, growing 3.7 per cent year-on-year, helped by the start of the Rugby World Cup. After slipping to its lowest level in 14 months in August following a wet summer, annual spending growth picked up in September on the back of an increase in spending in pubs, off licences, sports shops and … [Read more...]