Food and beverage

At this year’s Drinktec in Munich (September 15–19, 2025), Allengra will present the latest generation of its Micro Flow Sensor, specially developed for applications in the beverage industry. Whether in fully automatic coffee machines, water dispensers, beer taps, or cocktail systems – the sensor ensures reliable dosing, maximum hygiene, and versatile integration options. It is…

Coveris has announced an additional £1 million investment at its Linerless Labelling Centre of Excellence in Spalding, UK as it seeks to reinforce its reputation as one of the biggest manufacturers of linerless labels worldwide. Part of an investment programme to advance linerless capabilities, which began in late 2022, the latest spend brings the total…

Ardagh Glass Packaging-Europe (AGP-Europe), an operating business of Ardagh Group, announced it has launched a new 300g lightweight glass wine bottle, combining ultra-lightweight design with high strength and premium shelf appeal. As the wine industry faces increasing pressure to reduce its environmental impact, this bottle delivers on three critical fronts: material reduction, structural performance, and…

Symprove will be available in 720 Holland & Barrett stores nationwide, marking a major milestone in the brand’s retail expansion. The  gut health brand launch offers Holland & Barrett customers exclusive in-store access to Symprove’s brand-new Pineapple flavour, alongside the full range of one-week packs in Original, Mango & Passionfruit, and Strawberry & Raspberry. All…

Future of Food, a major new exhibition examining how science can help us find more sustainable ways to grow, produce and eat food, has opened at the Science Museum in London. Among its featured objects is World Animal Protection’s Factory Farm Playset. The first ever hyper-real Factory Farm Playset was released to raise awareness of a typical intensive farm…

Caminhos do Futuro has quadrupled its extra virgin olive oil processing capacity, increasing from 1,500 kg/hour to 6,000 kg/hour with the installation of Alfa Laval’s state-of-the-art Foodec Sigma decanter. As the last remaining mill in Montemor-o-Novo, the cooperative group recognised the urgent need to evolve to continue serving a growing community of farmers seeking to…

Haver & Boecker’s AMICUS DEPAL Edition and AMICUS PAL Edition robotic palletiser and depalletiser fully automate packaging lines from empty to full bags, increasing consumer safety and productivity. “Robots improve the efficiency of processes, provide more work capacity and create a stable, reliable and safe packing cycle. The AMICUS — which is the Latin word…

Guala Closures has officially inaugurated its new state-of-the-art production facility in Gartcosh, Scotland. With its investment made exceeding €60 million, Guala Closures brings its long-term commitment to advancing innovation and sustainability to the region. The facility spans approximately 20,000 sqm and is expected to employ over 300 skilled professionals, reinforcing the company’s industrial presence in…

Schubert & Salzer is expanding its product line with the new type 4083, a three-way ball sector valve with an electric actuator that can be used for mixing or diverting purposes. The quarter turn valve with a supply voltage of 24–240 V DC/AC (50/60 Hz) enables high-precision control (rangeability of 100:1) over a wide control…

MyProtein has expanded its hero Clear Whey Protein range with the launch of Clear Whey ‘Splash Of’ – its lightest protein yet. When mixed with water, it creates a sweet, flavourful and light drink with a natural taste, 20g of protein and under 90 calories per serving. Clear protein is a fast-growing segment of the…