Food and beverage

Creative technology studio Appetite Creative today announced the launch of a brand-new book, ‘Connected Packaging: The Game-Changing Marketing Tool’ offering a fresh perspectives on this rapidly evolving field. Authored by the studio’s managing director, Jenny Stanley, regarded as a pioneer in the connected packaging industry, Stanley’s comprehensive guide provides an extensive exploration of connected packaging…

Nestlé (brand value down 7% to $20.8 billion) continues to hold the title of the world’s most valuable food brand, according to a new report by Brand Finance, the world’s leading brand valuation consultancy. Despite a decline in brand value, Nestlé’s strong brand equity and resilience have helped it maintain its top position in the global…

Cryovac Recycle-ready laminate printed sliced salami. Posted: 4 September 2024 Related core topics: Packaging Related topics: anti-fogging, EVOH, HFFS, laminates, PP, shelf life, Thermoforming, tray lidding, wastage Related organisations: CEFLLEX, Cyclos, OPRL, SEE Related people: Marta Lara Share this page SEE has launched a new range of high-barrier, printable laminates to help food processors use…

Andrew Scott, the head of food at Wadworth Pubs, has swapped in Aviko’s SuperCrunch Fries to enhance the success of his traditional pub classics menu. The award-winning chef joined Wadworth Pubs in 2021 with a burning desire to move into pub food and improve guest experience. Stepping into a developmental role, he has implemented changes…

A Scottish-based company is looking to lead the way when it comes to brain nutrition with coffee alternatives powered by nootropics and adaptogens. vybey – an openly ambitious brand committed to helping consumers eat smarter while living healthier lives – recently secured a Wholefoods listing for its nutritionally complete plant-based powders and complete meals in…

Bühler’s acquisition of Esau & Hueber will enhance the company’s malting, brewery, and sustainable protein businesses as well as expand its expertise and capacity in these areas. Esau & Hueber is a German company specialising in individual solutions whose reach will now multiply across Bühler’s global network. “This acquisition aligns perfectly with our long-term strategic…

The Compleat Food Group has announced the appointment of Mark Howgego as its first chief product officer as the food manufacturer continues to invest in delivering market-leading quality across its categories. In his new role, Howgego will be focused on accelerating The Compleat Food’s Group impressive growth by driving further focus on maximising quality across…

Popular frozen food brand, Birds Eye, is unveiling a fresh new look for its entire product line. The brand said its biggest re-design in over a decade aims to make Birds Eye’s products more uniform and easier for shoppers to find in-store. Birds Eye noted that its products are consumed nearly three times a week…

AkzoNobel Packaging Coatings has launched Accelshield 300 internal coating for beverage cans that is free of Bisphenols (non-intent) and Styrene delivering superior levels of corrosion protection while providing manufacturers with a long-term, reliable solution to address current and future regulation with respect to materials of concern. Accelshield 300 goes well beyond established technologies in the…

Functional drinks brand, FHIRST Living Soda has secured its first national listing with Ocado. The online retailer will stock the brand’s multipacks in each of its four gut lovin’ flavours: Lemon Lime, Ginger Mandarin, Cherry Vanilla, and Passion Fruit (each multipack contains 4x330ml cans). The packs will retail at £5.90, available online at Ocado from now. Shoppers…