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  • Beneo preclinical study reveals how prebiotic blends complement early-life nutrition

    Human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) 2′-fucosyllactose (2′-FL) and chicory-derived inulin-type fructans have additive, even synergistic, effects on toddler gut microbiota, according to a recent preclinical investigation by Pudenz et al. [i]. It supports the use of prebiotic blends in milk formulas to maintain gut health in early life, with potential long-term advantages for immunological and digestive…


  • Italy’s TSO strengthens Microsoft partnership on process digitalisation

    Giuseppina Di Foggia, CEO and general manager of Terna, and Brad Smith, vice chair & president of Microsoft, sign in Milan the MoU. Image courtesy Terna. Italian TSO Terna has announced an agreement with tech giant Microsoft to use its technologies to digitalise Terna’s business and industrial processes. Under an MoU, the agreement furthers a…


  • Demand for freezers rises as frozen food sheds its outdated reputation

    Nomad Foods has released its first annual Frozen in Focus report, which includes a significant new multi-market survey, showing that over one-third (35%) of consumers wish they had a bigger freezer at home. While the lasting appeal of frozen food convenience continues to be a draw for many, with 51% of consumers stating it saves…


  • First-of-a-kind retort technology reduces production times and increases sustainability

    JBT Marel has launched its patented efficient agitation (EA) retort, a mix of static processing and agitation providing flexible preservation solutions across a wider range of packaging formats. The  global technology solutions provider said its EA Retort was built for packagers that specialise in preservation applications involving pouches, tubs, cups, glass, and other delicate and…


  • ANON Drinks offers a new take on mindful drinking

    With one in five Gen Z drinkers now cutting back on alcohol, a premium non-alcoholic drinks brand has launched a bold new bottle at the Cheltenham Food and Drink Festival, making the case for moderation without compromising on taste. Unveiled on June 20th, ANON Drinks launched its limited-edition ‘Be More Zebra’ – a reimagined version of its popular…


  • Iberdrola appoints US business chief Pedro Azagra as group CEO

    Pedro Azagra. Image courtesy Iberdrola Electric utility giant Iberdrola has appointed Pedro Azagra as its group chief executive officer (CEO), who until now has held the position of CEO of Avangrid, the Group’s US subsidiary. With the appointment, Azagra becomes second-in-command of the group behind executive chairman Ignacio Sanchez Galan, who has led the company…


  • Electricity networks a ‘frontier’ sector in UK Industrial Strategy

    Image courtesy 123rf Electricity networks in the UK have been listed as one of many ‘frontier’ sectors that the UK government is prioritising in their new Industrial Strategy. The landmark plan, developed by the UK government alongside industry, trade unions, and workers across the UK, aims to create a policy roadmap that will drive economic…


  • Mouser Electronics Awarded Distributor of the Year Honours from OMRON Electronic Components for Fifth Consecutive Year

    Mouser Electronics, Inc., the authorised global distributor with the newest electronic components and industrial automation products, has announced it has been named 2024 E-Catalog Distributor of the Year by OMRON Electronic Components. This is the fifth consecutive year that Mouser has been named the digital award winner. As part of the recognition package of the…


  • Arch and Jabil Build on Past Success and Expand Strategic Collaboration to Deliver AI-Guided Actions Across Global Factory Operations

    Arch Systems, a leader in manufacturing data and AI solutions, today announced an expanded and unique strategic collaboration with Jabil Inc., a leading engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions provider. Building on prior success in global connectivity and advanced analytics in surface mount technology (SMT), the expansion brings AI-guided action systems more broadly across Jabil’s…


  • Silanna Semiconductor SL2002 Laser Driver ICs Enable Smaller, More-Efficient Rangefinders That Run Off 3 V Coin Cell Batteries

    Silanna Semiconductor, a global leader in analog innovation, has announced the release of the SL2002, the second breakthrough product in its FirePower™ family of laser driver ICs. The SL2002 has been optimized for low-voltage operation in small-form-factor systems, enabling powerful laser performance from a standard 3V battery supply. In doing so, the SL2002 sets a…