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  • UK government identifies 10 priority outcomes to deliver a resilient food system

    The UK government has defined ten priority outcomes to reach its goal of a achieving a more resilient, sustainable, economical, and healthy food system. In producing an outline of its new food strategy, which it calls the “good food cycle”, a 5,000-word policy paper explains how government will transform the food system via a long-term…


  • Müller UK & Ireland’s £45m investment to create a flagship facility

    Müller UK & Ireland is spending an additional £45 million in its West Lancashire (UK) milk production plant to improve the capacity, capabilities, and quality of its liquid milk production as well as establish a flagship facility for milk drying,  The plans to invest significantly in its Skelmersdale site, its people and supplying farmers, following the…


  • Essemtec to Showcase FOX Ultra All-in-One Platform at SMTA Querétaro Expo & Tech Forum

    Essemtec, a global leader in adaptive, highly flexible surface mount technology (SMT) solutions, will present its powerful FOX Ultra All‑in‑One machine at the SMTA Querétaro Expo & Tech Forum on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at the Centro de Congresos y Teatro Metropolitano de Querétaro from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Mexico Central). Engineered for high-mix production, the…


  • pladis adds to indulgent snacking range

    pladis is adding to its indulgent snacking range, Signature, with the launch of McVitie’s Signature Dark Chocolate Caramel Rounds. McVitie’s Signature Dark Chocolate Caramel Rounds – rich, gooey caramel on a crunchy biscuit covered in thick dark chocolate – offer a luxurious, multi-textural snacking experience and further extends the McVitie’s Signature range, which was created…


  • Microchip Enters into Partnership Agreement with Delta Electronics on Silicon Carbide Solutions for the Future of Power Management

    The growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and the electrification of everything are driving an ever-increasing demand for higher levels of power efficiency and reliability. Microchip Technology announces that under a new partnership agreement with Delta Electronics, Inc. (later referred to as “Delta Electronics”), a global leader in power management and smart green solutions, the companies…


  • Weald LMH Series connectors and accessories for Defence, Security and High-End Industrial applications Commonly used connector types available from stock on web shop Fast delivery of variants assembled to order in house from large stock of components. Weald LMH connectors are an alternative solution to Amphenol 62GB/62IN connectors The LMH Series connectors from UK manufacturer…


  • Fachpack 2025: two new features for startups and converters

    In addition to a vast array of packaging-related products and services and a supporting program, trade show attendees can anticipate two new additions this year: “FuturePack – The European Packaging Startup Summit” on September 22, 2025, and a brand-new pavilion called “Converting meets Packaging” in Fachpack Hall 7. Fachpack exhibition director Phuong Anh Do is…


  • Kraken’s virtual power plant hits 2GW milestone

    Image courtesy 123rf Kraken now orchestrates over 2GW of power from EVs, home batteries, and heat pumps, creating one of the world’s largest and most advanced residential virtual power plants (VPPs). Kraken has connected to over 500,000 devices, managing 2GW of power, including EVs, heat pumps, solar panels, home batteries and smart thermostats, which the…


  • Green light for road and rail upgrade to support new homes

    Millions of commuters and businesses are set to benefit from quicker journeys, as more than 50 road and rail upgrades are given the green light – including the long awaited A66 Northern Trans-Pennine route and Portishead to Bristol city centre rail line. Working people will also gain better access to jobs and housing through these…


  • Pernod Ricard introduces Beefeater 0.0%

    The Absolut Group is meeting customers’ growing need for alternate consumption options with the launch of Beefeater 0.0%. Inspired by the original Beefeater London Dry Gin, Beefeater 0.0% maintains the brand’s iconic citric and juniper-forward profile but without the alcohol, Produced by adding the essence of Beefeater London Dry Gin’s classic recipe to the base,…