
The rising popularity of sourdough, boule breads and half loaves in the UK and Ireland has brought new challenges for bakeries. The round shape, thick crust and soft interior of these breads make them difficult to slice consistently at scale. European Process Plant Ltd (EPP) is introducing the Brevetti Gasparin Boule Bread Slicing Machine, a…

One of the biggest trends to hit the fruit and veg aisle – the Crossbreed fruit – is now available to food and drink manufacturers in the form of natural flavours, created by flavour house I.T.S. Tapping into consumer curiosity about trying something new along with the trend for exciting twists on everyday favourites, crossbreed…

New Wave Biotech has partnered with CPI, the UK’s national translational research and innovation organisation, to apply hybrid AI-powered downstream processes simulation to one of industrial biotech’s most persistent bottlenecks: lipid extraction. The project will also extend to intracellular bioprocesses, exploring how digital-first methods can improve scalability across multiple applications. Demand for lipid-based ingredients is…

When productronica takes place in Munich from November 18 to 21, 2025, a milestone birthday will be on the agenda. The world’s leading trade fair for the development and production of electronics is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Originally launched as an exhibition area of electronica, over the course of half a century productronica has developed…

The European artisanal gelato sector is riding a wave of positive growth, spearheaded by Italy, as the entire supply chain prepares for a record-breaking SIGEP World – The World Expo for Foodservice Excellence, slated for January 16-20, 2026, at the Rimini Expo Centre. New data confirms the Italian frozen dessert is maintaining its status as…

The EDA Beer Summit officially cemented its status as a critical hub for brewing innovation last week, successfully convening nearly 200 researchers, master brewers, and industry leaders for its second annual edition at the Basque Culinary Center. The summit’s organisers noted that high attendance and the calibre of content underscored the intense focus and innovative…

The Training Connection, LLC (TTC-LLC), a premier provider of test engineering and development training, is proud to announce that Jack Harris, one of the most recognized names in electronics manufacturing training and technical development, has joined the company as Relationship Lead, Training. A respected figure across the SMT and rework community, Harris brings more than…

LOCTITE has launched a new adhesive portfolio for e-Mobility repair. The range includes thermal gap fillers, gasketing, threadlockers, and retaining compounds engineered to meet EV battery and e-Drive repair demands. By supporting circular repair practices, LOCTITE aims to extend vehicle lifespan and reduce environmental impact across the automotive aftermarket.

The Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST) has been granted a Royal Charter by His Majesty King Charles III, marking a historic milestone in its more than 60-year legacy and ushering in a new era as the Chartered Institute of Food Science and Technology. This prestigious recognition reflects the Institute’s unwavering commitment to advancing…