Food and beverage


  • Schubert to unveil diverse packaging portfolio at ProSweets Cologne 2024

    Gerhard Schubert will kick off the 2024 exhibition year highlighting to visitors the opportunity to experience the machine manufacturer’s far-reaching expertise in the packaging of snacks and confectionery at ProSweets Cologne. From 28 to 31 January, at Stand F030-G031 in Hall 10.1, the Schubert team will be presenting its TLM Comfort Feeder, an entirely new,…


  • Thatchers tempts the taste buds this Dry January with Thatchers Zero

    For those looking for a refreshing alternative this Dry January, Thatchers Zero Cider, is the UK’s latest acohol-free apple cider designed to refresh taste buds. An alcohol-free cider with body, smoothness and character, Thatchers Zero has a crisp, medium dry character and fruity aroma. This Somerset cider retains the taste and character of a true…


  • Bühler upgrades and refurbishes Flavor Creation Center for recipe and process development

    The Flavor Creation Center, which is part of Bühler’s recently expanded food innovation hub in Uzwil, Switzerland, is now functioning at full speed. The center combines Bühler’s proven expertise in roasting and grinding cocoa and coffee beans and processing malt and nuts to create flavours and future-fit products. With cutting-edge infrastructure and an integrated network…


  • Improving productivity key for animal protein companies to maintain growth – Rabobank

    Animal protein production growth will slow as margins remain tight in 2024, with producers and processors needing to adapt to sustain success, according to Rabobank’s annual Global Animal Protein Outlook report. After four years of growth in animal protein production globally, 2024 will see the pace slow or even decline across some species, the specialist…


  • Consumer feedback prompts redesign for Rollagranola

    Rollagranola, the proper granola brand, has announced an exciting new pack refresh. The new look packaging comes off the back of consumer feedback, with many stating that the previous pack shades were too similar, causing confusion when looking for their favourite pack on shelf. The new look design will roll out on shelves this month.…


  • South Yorkshire’s hidden gem: food and drink manufacturing sector valued at £434m, reveals report

    A new report reveals that South Yorkshire’s food and drink (F&D) manufacturing sector plays a significant role in the local economy, generating £434 million in economic output and providing 9,000 jobs across 170 businesses. Despite its importance, the sector has been largely overlooked in economic development strategies that have focused on high-tech industries. The report,…


  • The London Essence Co. unwraps Festive Collection menu

    Premium mixer brand, The London Essence Co. has introduced its Festive Collection cocktail menu, which will be available at a number of on-trade accounts across the UK, including London bars and restaurants such as Shoreditch Arts Club, The Coral Room, The Zetter Marylebone, and the Royal Opera House in London. The cocktail offering will also…


  • MIWE ovens deliver five-star excellence

    Top pâtisserie chefs are insisting on EPP-supplied MIWE ovens for their kitchens in London’s thriving five-star hotels and restaurants. A host of prime locations in the W1 area have opted for MIWE ovens to enable their culinary maestros to create the highest quality pastries, desserts, breads and other baked delights. As the exclusive distributor of…


  • Smurfit Kappa helps businesses intelligently adapt packaging and reduce emissions

    Smurfit Kappa has launched its new SupplySmart digital solution, which helps businesses to intelligently adapt their packaging to increase efficiency and reduce emissions across their supply chains. SupplySmart has evolved to tackle increased supply chain complexities and uncertainty in a world which has seen one supply chain disruption after another. Using insights from the analysis…


  • Ferrarelle Società Benefit chooses Sidel’s aseptic technology to power functional water and tea lineup

    Ferrarelle Società Benefit partners with Sidel to install its first ever aseptic line at the Boario plant to produce its product range of Vitasnella ‘Le Linfe’ functional water and teas. With natural ingredients and a mix of flavours, the products have been designed with consumers well-being in mind, promoting a 360-degree healthy lifestyle. Ferrarelle Società…