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Lallemand Biofuels & Distilled Spirits (LBDS) has launched DistilaEdge TC, a bioengineered (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) yeast strain created especially for the production of distilled spirits, marking a significant milestone for the distilled spirits sector. This groundbreaking strain is engineered to produce significantly higher levels of esters and aromatic compounds, unlocking new creative potential for distillers. Whether…
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Engineering consultancy Longitude Engineering, a branch of Oslo-listed ABL Group, has secured a contract to provide detailed engineering and project management services for Petroleum Marine Services (PMS), the main contractor for the Phase XI Deepwater Project of the West Delta Deep Marine (WDDM) concession. Longitude engineering scope comprises detailed design of deepwater rigid jumpers, development…
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Image courtesy SP Energy Networks SP Energy Networks has awarded supply chain contracts as part of a £1.4 billion ($1.7 billion) commitment to deliver critical onshore transmission projects across central and southern Scotland. The contract is part of a wider £5.4 billion ($6.4 billion) supplier investment programme announced by the company that will run over…
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Image courtesy 123rf German virtual power plant (VPP) developer sonnen has entered the Canadian market with a VPP of approximately 100 sonnenBatteries. The new VPP is launching in Edmonton, the capital of the Canadian province of Alberta, built in the residential district ‘Blatchford Lands,’ which sonnen says supplies its energy in a climate-neutral manner. According…
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Lidl Belgium is the first supermarket in the country to introduce a combination of 60% beef and 40% vegetable proteins in a plant-based minced beef mix. The product looks and tastes like classic minced beef, but has much lower CO₂ emissions, up to 40% less, according to Lidl who says it is introducing meat lovers to…
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The MOAH-Free certification programme for non-food chemicals and food equipment materials used across the food manufacturing industry was launched today by NSF, an independent worldwide services organisation. This new certification sets a strict standard for materials used in food processing facilities and tackles growing concerns about the contamination of food items with mineral oil aromatic…
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Mallows Bottling, the multi-award winning contract bottler of alcoholic and soft drinks, has been named Manufacturer of the Year (under £25 million) at the Made in the UK Awards 2025. The ceremony took place at the Titanic Hotel in Liverpool, celebrating the UK’s most innovative and successful manufacturers. Founded in 2021 by father and son…
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Today, Futamura announces a new £15 million initiative at its Wigton-based factory to drive major changes in its sustainability and performance, following significant investments in site infrastructure and machinery in recent years. The product’s environmental impact will be lessened as a result of this significant investment, which will also increase energy efficiency and reduce emissions.…
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According to recent supermarket search and sales data, British consumers are looking to expand their condiment collections by adding bold flavours and craft sauces, indicating that they are no longer satisfied with having only tomato sauce, mustard, and mayonnaise in the refrigerator. Stats from Ocado Retail show that searches for condiments have risen 45% year-on-year,…
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With a huge variety of products needing to be handled, when it comes to the food processing industry, no two pump requirements are the same. Getting the right pump, rather than just one that “does the job” is the key to saving yourself from excessive wear, unnecessary maintenance, product waste, process failures and energy costs.…
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