technology
£6m investment for UK potato supplier
Potato supplier Branston has announced the completion of a £6 million investment at its Lincoln, UK site which includes a new grading system and WarmStor system.
Teenager designs chocolate bar of the future
A 16 year old from Scotland has been crowned the winner of the Institution of Engineering and Technology’s (IET) #ISeeMore competition, in partnership with Mondelēz International.
A new approach to fortified gummy production
Gelita, Winkler und Dünnebier Süßwarenmaschinen (WDS) and Hänsel Processing have joined forces to develop a novel processing method for fortified gelatin gummies.
Mintel announces 5 global food and drink trends for 2018
Mintel has announced five key trends set to impact the global food and drink market in 2018.
IFST launches Food Science Fact Sheets
As part of its commitment to educate the public about food science and technology, the Institute of Food Science & Technology (IFST) has launched what will become a series of Food Science Fact Sheets providing information on key food science topics.
Fi Europe & Ni 2017 to focus on packaging and processing
With the Expo FoodTec Pavilion and its new Content Hub, this year’s Food ingredients Europe is set to offer a vast range of packaging, machinery, processing and consultancy services.
Business news, Food safety, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
SOFHT award 2018 searches for future food industry star
Following on from the success of its 2017 Student Award, the Society of Food Hygiene & Technology (SOFHT) has initiated the search for two future food industry stars for 2018.
Consumer confidence in dairy foods is top priority
Global demand for dairy products is rising and the popularity of nutritious dairy produce remains strong. Consumer expectations on food safety are high and food safety will be a key topic discussed in depth at the forthcoming World Dairy Summit in Belfast, 30 October- 2 November.
Capol acquires natural ingredients company Colarôme
Capol, a specialist manufacturer of glazes and anti-sticking agents for the confectionery industry, is expanding its portfolio by acquiring Canada-based Colarôme.
Round Up: Processing
Here is your weekly round-up of processing news. Next week’s round-up will focus on Shelf Life news.
AR Packaging to close two carton plants
Packaging company AR Packaging is to close two carton plants in Russia and Finland in a move which will affect 150 employees.
CCEP partners with university to reduce soft drinks packaging
Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP) is continuing its commitment to reduce the amount of packaging used for its products with a new initiative, launched in partnership with the University of Reading, UK.
IRI says European consumers are choosing healthier food options
A survey conducted by data and technology expert for consumer industries IRI has revealed that two thirds (70%) of shoppers across Europe are buying healthy food – with less salt, sugar, fat or calories.
PPMA Group Industry Awards 2017 finalists
Tonight’s (26 September) PPMA Group Industry Awards 2017 will recognise the finest examples of innovation, smart manufacturing, entrepreneurship and collaboration in the processing and packaging machinery industry.