beverages
Choice dominates in soft drinks
The emergence of new categories is being met with overlap between existing varieties.
Amount of sugar sold in soft drinks drops by 29% in the UK
Sustained pressure and using fiscal measures led to a ‘striking reduction’ in the sugar content.
GNT to showcase Exberry Coloring Foods’ potential at ProSweets
Fruit, vegetables and edible plants are an option for manufacturers seeking to tap into vegan confectionery trend.
Givaudan doubles flavour production capacity in China
Flavour and fragrances company, Givaudan, has opened the new extension to its Nantong manufacturing facility that will support liquid flavour production for beverages, dairy and sweet goods.
Heineken opens new production facility in Mexico
Heineken Mexico has built its largest bottling plant worldwide, in Meoqui in the state of Chihuahua in the north of the country, after taking over the brewery in 2017 and investing €400 million.
Survey highlights consumer demand for sustainable packaging
According to Ball Corporation’s 2019 Consumer Survey, 73% of the respondents said they would choose environmentally friendly containers if they had a choice.
Tenzing adds Raspberry & Yuzu blend
Drinks brand Tenzing has added a Raspberry & Yuzu blend to its offering of naturally energising drinks, following a year of remarkable growth.
KHS presents the first recyclable juice bottle made of 100% rPET
Dortmund systems provider, KHS is addressing the need for sustainable packaging with its new Beyond Juice concept: a fully recyclable juice bottle made of 100% recyclate.
JF Hillebrand undergoes rebrand and outlines future growth plans
JF Hillebrand, a global logistics provider to the beverage industry, has rebranded and streamlined its affiliated companies for an enhanced customer experience in its 175th year.
FrieslandCampina Ingredients identifies major F&B trends
FrieslandCampina Ingredients Food & Beverages has identified three major trends in the global food and beverage market in its first annual Trend Report.
Coca-Cola explores robot delivery service
Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP) is piloting robotic technology to deliver its products at Alton Towers Resort in the UK, as part of its Ventures innovation investment fund.
Olam to showcase its latest developments at FiAsia 2019
Olam International will be showcasing ingredients ranges from its Cocoa, Edible Nuts and Spices units at this year’s FiAsia, taking place 11-13 September in Bangkok, Thailand.
Tetra Pak launches its paper straws in Europe
Customers have begun field testing Tetra Pak’s new paper straws for beverage products in Europe.
Study identifies levers to drive opportunities in natural flavour solutions
Consumers love the taste of nature and are increasingly demanding more naturalness, a study conducted by Symrise has found.