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Fi Asia makes its 2022 return in two locations
The in-person events in 2022 will be taking place from 7 – 9 September in Jakarta, and from 5 – 7 October 2022 in Bangkok, while also offering a five-month online event solution to support the market.
Gummy vitamin brand nutriburst joins retail channel at Selfridges
UK based nutriburst, a vitamin brand that developed the first range of sugar-free vegan gummies, according to the company, has secured a new permanent listing in Selfridges.
Tetra Laval donates additional €8m to humanitarian aid in Ukraine
The Tetra Laval group is donating an additional €8 million to humanitarian aid in Ukraine and relief efforts in Poland, Moldova, Hungary, Slovakia, and Romania (excluding Russia and Belorussia).
Bell Flavors & Fragrances releases 2022 global Spark macro & micro trend toolkit
The toolkit has been reimagined, including both macro and micro trends that are applied to a flavour or fragrance category to identify what’s next.
FDF launches online tool to support food and drink manufacturers
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has brought together a range of specialists to create the Food and Drink Innovation Gateway.
EHL Ingredients prepares for period of growth and expansion
EHL Ingredients has invested in new machinery at its production facility and is recruiting for sales and purchasing roles.
AIM for Climate seeks to double investment in climate-smart agriculture and food systems innovation by COP27
The Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate (AIM for Climate), a global initiative led by the UAE and US, has announced a new target to raise investment commitments to $8 billion by COP27 in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt.
Unilever to set new benchmark for Healthy Nutrition
Unilever will be the first global foods company to publicly report the performance of its product portfolio against at least six different government-endorsed Nutrient Profile Models as well as its own Highest Nutritional Standards.
EPP celebrates 50 years
European Process Plant Ltd is celebrating its 50th anniversary in business and its success in the supply of high-quality bakery and food processing equipment from leading specialist manufacturers across Europe.
Ball Corporation launches construction of UK’s largest aluminium packaging plant
Local and government leaders, including North Northamptonshire MP, Philip Hollobone, have formally launched construction works at Ball Corporation’s new can-making factory at the SEGRO Park Kettering Gateway.
Ishida strengthens support for Poland and CEE region
Continuing to build on existing sales and support capabilities established in the neighbouring Czech Republic, Ishida Europe has now announced the opening of a Poland office located in Katowice.
EverGrain Ingredients achieves Upcycled Food Association certification
EverGrain Ingredients’ entire portfolio of upcycled barley protein and fibre ingredients has received the Upcycled Food Association’s (UFA) certification.
Scientific committee assesses the efficacy of Nutri-Score nutrition labelling
A report has been released outlining the benefits and challenges of the nutrition labelling system, Nutri-Score.
Zizzi tops off record year for Nim’s Fruit Crisps
The UK air-dried fruit crisp manufacturer is celebrating a record year in style after diversification plans landed a major deal with a leading Italian restaurant chain.