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PPMA Group Industry Awards 2019: Call for Entries
There are 12 Awards categories in total, ranging from most innovative technologies in processing, packaging, robotics, vision systems and ancillary equipment, to achievements in sales, export and the environment.
DSM and Avril collaborate to bring plant-based protein to food industry
DSM and Avril will produce a protein based on non-genetically modified canola.
Scentium Flavours revamp increases production by 40%
Scentium Flavours, the flavour division of the Iberchem Group, has fully revamped the production plant at its head office in Spain.
Bosch Packaging Technology and BillerudKorsnäs intensify innovation collaboration
Following the increasing demand for sustainable packaging, Bosch Packaging Technology and BillerudKorsnäs has once again collaborated to bring new technology to market.
Vodafone demonstrates how 5G will benefit the industry
Vodafone switched on its 5G network in seven cities across the UK this week, at a launch event which demonstrated how the technology could be used in food production.
DDW acquires DuPont’s Natural Colors business
DDW The Color House, has acquired DuPont’s Natural Colors business which was part of DuPont’s Nutrition & Biosciences division.
Mutlivac acquires Fritsch bakery company
Multivac has acquired the Fritsch Group to further expand its range of solutions for the bakery industry.
Organic pea protein market to see robust growth
A report by Persistence Market Research has suggested that the organic pea protein market will see robust growth in revenue through 2027, at an estimated CAGR of 7.2%.
Insect consumption needs to overcome barriers
Edible insects could be a key ingredient to avoiding a global food crisis, according to a new report, but there are significant barriers to overcome before they are part of the mainstream.
Irish food and drink producers’ preparedness for Brexit spikes
As the Brexit deadline approaches once more, the Bord Bia Brexit Barometer 2019: Results & Actions, reveals that Irish food and drink firms’ preparedness for Brexit has jumped to 93%.
Palsgaard achieves total carbon-neutral production
Emulsifiers producer, Palsgaard has reached its goal of total carbon-neutral production two years early, describing the achievement as a milestone for the whole ingredients industry.
Froneri plans further growth off back of hot summer 2018
Group plans to invest in key brands as well as private label.
Nestlé opts for Nutri-Score front-of-pack labelling
Nestlé is supporting Nutri-Score with labelling on products in countries involved with the front-of-pack scheme by the end of 2019.
Mars Edge and foodspring join forces to build personalised nutrition business
The addition of foodspring to Mars Edge’s portfolio to “pioneer the emerging space of personalised nutrition.”