Food and beverage

A new alliance comprising top food firms in the dairy industry have joined forces in a first-of-its-kind effort to promote sustainable dairy farming. To accomplish important climate, nature, and water goals while maintaining high standards of animal care, the Dairy Roadmap is guaranteeing that farmers have an equal voice working alongside major retailers, foodservice and…

Klöckner Pentaplast has announced the release of kp Elite Nova, the lightest modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) tray of its kind. The tray uses a ribbed design to add strength in critical areas, while keeping weight and material use to a minimum, making it around 10% lighter than any other tray in its category – without…

Dr. Will’s, the UK natural condiments brand, has launched Olive Oil Mayo 175g, a smooth and creamy newcomer to join the successful Avocado Oil Mayo 175g to further champion the brand’s commitment to cleaner, tastier alternatives. Both products will debut in 130 Sainsbury’s stores nationwide on 27th July, marking Dr. Will’s first-ever rollout into Sainsbury’s.…

WITT-Gasetechnik is offering the LEAK-MASTER PRO/PRO 2 series to meet the challenge of leaking modified atmosphere packaging (MAP), which can shorten the shelf life of products, lead to spoilage and cause expensive product recalls. The leak detectors detect even micro-leaks as small as 10 micrometres, working rapidly and completely non-destructively providing maximum product quality and…

Dinnissen’s latest mixer combines safety, hygiene, and precision in one smart, space efficient solution. The Pegasus Moving Mixer is a system with movable mixers and barrels designed for fully automated mixing without any manual handling. The barrel containing unmixed product is automatically lifted, rotated, and connected to the Pegasus mixer, where its contents are discharged…

Despite growing awareness of environmental impact, most consumers are still hesitant to choose circular food products – such as items in recycled packaging or ‘wonky’ produce – citing concerns about quality (56%), safety (51%), and reliability (49%). These insights are captured in BSI’s latest report, The Tipping Point: Building Trust in the Circular Economy, developed in…

IMCD and FrieslandCampina Professional have announced an expansion of their strategic distribution partnership across key EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) markets. As of 1 January 2026, IMCD will distribute FrieslandCampina Professional’s Kievit portfolio of food and beverage ingredients in several new markets. Building on a successful collaboration in select countries including Italy, the Nordics,…

dsm-firmenich’s new line of ModulaSENSE maskers are offering manufacturers greater precision and performance in ready-to-mix (RTM) drinks and protein bars when made with Vertis CanolaPRO by accurately targeting bitterness, astringency, and liquorice-like notes at the molecular level. The new ModulaSENSE maskers, which were created utilising receptor-based technology, fully utilise its plant protein, Vertis CanolaPRO. Vertis…

Akona Process Solutions is now building Cablevey conveying systems in the UK, helping European manufacturers with faster lead times, lower costs and a smarter solution. Previously produced exclusively in the US, the decision to co-locate production to the UK has been driven by customer demand and commercial strategy. With an increasing requirement for shorter lead…

August 2025 will see Popcorn Kitchen up the ante with regards its Christmas gifting offer, courtesy of a 3-strong chocolate bar offer consisting of White Chocolate Raspberry, Dark Chocolate Orange and Salted Caramel Milk Chocolate Popcorn. With Salted Caramel Popcorn Chocolate already firmly established as a cult giant bar, the decision was taken to give…