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Double success for K’s Wors with launch of linear Boerie Dogs
Manchester-based business K’s Wors is introducing its South-African inspired Boerie Dogs, a sausage that is the linear cousin of the tightly coiled boerewors.
Smurfit Kappa is first to secure Amazon’s ‘Frustration-Free Packaging’ certification
Smurfit Kappa’s three litre Bag-in-Box packaging design has received Amazon’s “Frustration-Free Packaging” certification.
Flexicon flexible screw conveyors eliminate dumping from safety cages
SMK Nutra Makers recently improved production of a protein shake sports drink by switching from manual dumping of powdered mix from an elevated safety cage, to dumping of the mix at floor level into mobile flexible screw conveyors by Flexicon.
PureCircle reformulates Skinny Drinks Group with Synergy Flavours and Starleaf Reb M extract
PureCircle, acquired by Ingredion, has collaborated with Synergy Flavours in an industry first to create a range of zero-sugar tonics sweetened with PureCircle Reb M stevia extract.
Aldi launches first packaging-free products trial
UK supermarket Aldi has launched a trial selling its first packaging-free products to help customers shop more sustainably.
Sponsored: Trends that are transforming the Food & Drink manufacturing industry
With trends shifting due to the pandemic, now is the time for food & beverage manufacturers to revisit the safety, rigour and sustainability of both process and product water, says Evoqua Water Technologies.
FutureBridge identifies three insect sources primed as top protein alternatives
As part of its ongoing alternative proteins technology scouting, FutureBridge updated its benchmarking of protein sources best aligned with food & beverage goals, with three insect proteins emerging on top.
PeakBridge and EIT Food launch new agrifood-tech seed fund
The FoodSparks fund will invest up to €30 million in the most promising European companies over a span of up to four years.
UK chocolate makers finds the digital sweet spot with Made Smarter
Friars, based in Cumbria, is set to invest £850k in new machinery, a factory and distribution centre, supported by Made Smarter.
Coca-Cola unveils new refreshed look
The first global packaging update since 2016 will feature Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar and Diet Coke under an evolved ‘one brand’ strategy.
Aptar teams up with Claranor on pulsed light sterilisation for sport closures
The collaboration aims to highlight the benefits of Claranor’s FULLCAP sterilisation solution with the Aptar Uno sport cap family in polypropylene material, specifically adapted for use with functional beverages.
M&S reaffirms commitment to British farming with new campaign
M&S’ new ‘Fresh Market Update’ customer campaign aims to showcase the lengths its Select Farm partners go to deliver exceptional quality M&S Food.
Azelis scales up digital service offerings with e-Lab roll-outs
Azelis, an innovation service provider in the specialty chemicals and food ingredients distribution industry, is now scaling up its global e-Lab platform for customers in the UK and Indonesia.
Dina Foods prepares for Ramadan
Mediterranean food specialist Dina Foods says it is ready for a spike in sales of its ranges of savouries, confectionery and breads as families prepare for Ramadan, which starts on 12 April this year.