Process industries


  • Favourable European perceptions of yeast protein in alternative proteins industry

    According to a recent survey conducted by FoodTech developer Revyve, B.V., yeast protein is viewed favourably in Europe as a possible major participant in the alternative protein sector. The consumer study gathered insight from French, German, and British consumers through AI-moderated individual interviews. The goal was to gauge interest in its functional brewers and baker’s…


  • Consumers prioritise buying prebaked goods over scratch baking

    As consumers prioritised the affordability and convenience of purchasing prebaked foods over creating their own from scratch, less people were donning aprons and baking at home in 2024. However, this trend has not impacted sales of baking essentials like block butter and flour, due to the versatility of these products in different types of cooking.…


  • Six-party partnership promotes closed-loop recycling of dressing bottles caps

    Kashima City, Refinverse, Mitsubishi Chemical, Toyo Seikan Group, Kewpie, and Kasumi have inked a comprehensive collaboration agreement for a six-party partnership to support closed-loop recycling of plastic packaging – Japan’s first circular economy for dressing bottle caps. In this pilot project, each of the six partners will pass materials onto the next partner to promote…


  • Koehler Paper and IRIS Bio provide recyclable packaging for pasta

    Koehler Paper has packaged pasta in one of its flexible packaging papers in collaboration with the Italian pasta manufacturer Astrabio. In a first for the company, heat-sealable paper called “Koehler NexPlus Seal Pure” is noted for extending shelf life, safeguarding the product within, and has exceptional strength qualities that make it ideal for additional processing…


  • Kerrygold brings a sweet experience to breakfast

    In an effort to enhance breakfast dishes, Kerrygold has introduced Kerrygold Sweet Spreadables range, a first for the UK market. Kerrygold is set to bring a sweet touch to the table with the roll out of its new Sweet Spreadables range. The product comes in three options including Salted Caramel, Maple Syrup & Cinnamon and…


  • Equinor successfully tests latest ABB technology for reliable temperature measurement in challenging offshore conditions

    Published:  19 February, 2025 High accuracy temperature measurement is crucial in all stages of oil production, from extraction to final distribution. ABB’s latest technology is reported to be helping Equinor achieve reliable temperature monitoring in the Johan Sverdrup oil field in the North Sea. Johan Sverdrup is the third largest oil field on the Norwegian…


  • Electro dynamic sensor

    Electro dynamic sensor

    Published:  19 February, 2025 The continuing expansion of ‘greener’ energy alternatives such as wind power is underlined by the fact that it’s currently the largest source of renewable energy in the UK. With over 11,000 wind turbines generating a total installed capacity of 30 gigawatts (GW) (2023) its share of the total British Grid Electricity…


  • Tekmar’s Ryder Gets Nexans’ Multi-Year Subsea Engineering Contract

    Feb 18, 2025 Illustration (Credit: Tekmar Group) Tekmar Group’s subsidiary Ryder, a provider of global subsea engineering consultancy solutions, has secured a three-year framework agreement by Nexans to provide wide scope of engineering support for the French cable manufacturer and services provider. Under the framework, Ryder will provide support on cable burial risk assessments, installation…


  • Cumberland expands commercial support to food and drink businesses

    Processors and makers of food and drink can now be served by The Cumberland Building Society’s enlarged commercial offering. With its Kinder Banking approach, The Cumberland looks to support businesses across the North of England and Scotland. With more than 20 years of experience in supporting businesses in the hospitality sector, The Cumberland is now…


  • EIT Food Accelerator Network programme announces 2025 Corporate Programme Partners

    EIT Food Accelerator Network and EIT Food Corporate Venturing Services have announced their 2025 Corporate Programme Partners. The addition of a cohort of corporates to the EIT Food Accelerator Network will provide “unparalleled” industry insights and global reach to help start-ups transform their innovations into successful market-ready solutions. “By combining their expertise and established market…