Editor


  • IFFA 2025: ICL Food Specialties showcases ingredients to address texture, stability, taste & mouthfeel

    Image: Shutterstock 2229112073 Posted: 10 April 2025 Related topics: alternative proteins, IFFA 2025, meat, mouthfeel, plant-based meat, plant-based seafood, poultry, seafood, stability, taste, texture Related people: Karen Emerson Share this page ICL Food Specialties, a leading manufacturer of functional ingredient solutions, will exhibit at IFFA in Frankfurt, Germany, May 3-8, 2025. The ICL stand in Hall 11.1…


  • Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I sees a fresh opportunity in the wine spritz market

    As part of its ongoing efforts to expand its product line in Great Britain, Suntory Beverage & Food Great Britain and Ireland (SBF GB&I) has announced the launch of a new ready-to-drink alcohol (ARTD) brand called La Casera. La Casera is a leading brand of ‘Tinto de Verano’ in Spain, combining wine and soda to…


  • UK food and drink manufacturers urge Government to support industry’s ambitions

    As a new research exposes the sector’s £37 billion contribution, UK food and drink makers are asking the government to support the industry’s growth objectives. A new report from the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) reveals that, according to the latest ONS data, the food and drink manufacturing sector grew 17.9% over a decade. The…


  • TransnetBW and Octopus Energy successfully trial OctoFlexBW for EV to grid flexibility

    Image courtesy TransnetBW German TSO TransnetBW and Octopus Energy have announced a successful first phase of their pilot project OctoFlexBW, which utilises the flexibility of EVs for grid stabilisation. Through OctoFlexBW, the charging of Octopus customers’ EVs is intelligently controlled to avoid grid congestion in Baden-Württemberg and throughout Germany. This is known as ‘Redispatch 3.0,’…


  • Samp urging industrial sector to rethink management

    The CEO of Samp, a deeptech company behind the AI-assisted ‘Shared Reality’ solution for industrial sites, is urging the industrial sector to urgently rethink how it manages complex facilities, warning that outdated systems are holding back progress on cost, safety, and decarbonisation. Laurent Bourgouin is urging industrial operators to embrace Shared Reality – an AI-powered…


  • New sales director strengthens TraceGains’ team

    Michelle Henry, director of sales (Europe) with TraceGains. Posted: 9 April 2025 Share this page TraceGains has further strengthened its European team with the appointment of Michelle Henry as director of sales for its business across the region. With more than 25 years of experience in solutions innovation, sales and business development, Michelle brings a…


  • European electric ship market predicted to grow to US.27bn by 2028

    According to the latest report from Business Market Insights, the European electric ship market is expected to grow to US$3.273bn by 2028, at a CAGR of 8.3% from 2021 to 2028. The research finds that the European electric ship market is experiencing significant growth due to increasing environmental awareness, advancements in maritime technologies, and the…


  • Packaging overhaul and launch of new products for HeyLO!

    HeyLO! has announced a significant redesign of its packaging and the introduction of additional items, marking a new phase in the company’s resolve to expand on its 2024 distribution and the growth of the low-carb and keto movements. After collaborating with No Biscuits and The Tribe agencies, HeyLO! said the revamp reflects its energetic approach…


  • MycoTechnology’s ClearHT natural flavour modifier achieves FEMA GRAS status 

    ClearHT™ natural flavor enhances flavors such as citrus and caramel, and offers new ways to modulate sweetness, helping to address consumer demand for better-tasting, healthier products. ​(Photo Credit: Getty Images) Posted: 9 April 2025 Share this page MycoTechnology has announced that its new ClearHT natural flavour has received Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) status from…


  • Crealis’ Rivercap launches a 100% overcap made from 100% recycled tin

    The “Virtuo” cap is the newest innovation from the Rivercap brand, which is a part of the Crealis Group, a leader in the overcap market for the wine and spirits sectors. The cap, which is made of 100% recycled pure tin, represents a step towards more sustainable packaging. The name “Virtuo” takes its origin from…