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Hi-Cone launches RingCycles made with 50% recycled plastics
As part of its goal to eliminate 100% of current virgin plastic-based ring carriers from its product portfolio by the end of 2020, Hi-Cone is launching RingCycles – a multi-packaging solution that contains +50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content.
Lycored launches new HueFinder colour matching tool
Lycored, a producer of lycopene-based colour and taste-enhancing ingredients for food and beverages, introduces HueFinder, a colour matching tool to help manufacturers find the perfect hue for their products.
StePac unveils new sustainability strategy
StePac, a manufacturer of packaging for fresh produce, has published its new sustainability strategy. Based on four pillars, the strategy mitigates the necessity of climate-positive plastic packaging, addressing the critical problem of food waste which globally, contributes to about 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions. “Plastic packaging plays a critical role in the fresh produce […]
Aleph Farms grows meat in space
Aleph Farms, a food company that grows cultivated beef steaks, has successfully produced meat on the International Space Station, 248 miles (339 km) away from any natural resources.
Barry Callebaut unveils next-gen category for food and drink
Cacaofruit Experience range presents food and drink world with products that celebrate the fresh, fruity taste and natural richness of the cacao fruit
Nestlé launches new plant-based burgers and grounds in US, Switzerland
All the products look and cook like raw beef and provide a juicy, meat-like taste and texture.
Craft beer market to see significant growth in next decade
Fact.MR’s recent study on the craft beer market shows that the market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7% in the forecast period 2019-2029.
Bell Flavors & Fragrances EMEA launch hemp flavour range
Based on current trends around hemp-based food and beverage products, Bell Flavors & Fragrances EMEA has launched a range of new products for the development of authentic, natural products.
Mecatherm presents flexible bakery line concept
Mecatherm, a producer of automatic industrial bakery and pastry production lines, is presenting its flexible production line concept, Mecaflex, at the IBIE show in Las Vegas.
Arla obtains GRAS approval for alpha-lactalbumin in infant formula
Arla Foods Ingredients has obtained Generally Recognised as Safe (GRAS) approval relating to its use of alpha-lactalbumin in infant formula.
Orbis to showcase bakery packaging solutions at IBIE
Orbis Corporation is highlighting several of its reusable packaging solutions designed for the baking industry at IBIE 2019 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, 8-11 September.
Alcoholic confectionery brand sets sights on Europe and US
Smith & Sinclair, creators of Alcoholic Cocktail Gummies, has announced its expansion into Europe and the US, growing its brand partnership and product innovation division.
Böen adds NFC technology to its bottles
Californian wine brand Böen has added NFC (Near Field Communication) technology to its bottles, taking consumers to the home of the Böen farmhouse with a tap of Böen’s cap.
British crisp brand launches into 1,000 US stores
British crisp brand, Savoursmiths, has expanded into more than 1,000 stores across the US, six months after it began exporting to the country, and less than three years after the business was founded.