Process industries


  • Global Underwater Hub establishes taskforce

    Published:  12 February, 2025 Global Underwater Hub (GUH) has announced it has published a white paper on its approach to tackling a crucial issue that could derail the UK’s clean energy ambitions. The trade and development body, which represents the UK’s £9.2billion underwater industry, has set out how it aims to improve the performance and…


  • Alfa Laval to acquire NRG Marine to offer innovative ultrasonic anti-fouling solutions to its customers

    Published:  12 February, 2025 Alfa Laval has announced it has signed an agreement to acquire NRG Marine, a leading provider of ultrasonic anti-fouling solutions for marine, oil and gas, and industrial applications, headquartered in the United Kingdom. Alfa Laval says the move aligns with its strategy to provide its customers with environmentally friendly solutions contributing…


  • Westfalia Fruit offers environmentally friendly dye extraction from avocado leftovers

    Westfalia Fruit introduces sustainable dye extraction from avocado byproducts. Posted: 11 February 2025 Related core topics: Processing Related topics: avocado, dye extraction, extracts, perseorangin, pigments, seeds, skins, stones, valorisation Related organisations: Efficiency Technologies, Westfalia Fruit Related people: Andrew Mitchell Related regions: europe, UK Share this page Westfalia Fruit is now using avocado skins and seeds…


  • Ulma Packaging acquires 40% stake in the Italian company Rama

    Ulma Packaging, a global leader in packaging technology, has taken a significant strategic step by acquiring 40% of the Italian company Rama S.r.l., renowned for its expertise in designing and manufacturing automatic machinery and end-of-line systems for secondary and tertiary packaging. This collaboration, which strengthens more than 15 years of successful joint efforts between the…


  • Frylight launches into Pure Oils with Air Fryer Cooking Spray

    The makers of Frylight, Saputo Dairy UK, have launched a new Air Fryer Pure Oil Spray designed to enhance the air fryer experience. Launched in Asda stores nationwide in January, the product is the first pure oil spray from the makers of Frylight and blends avocado and rapeseed oils for high temperature cooking while delivering…


  • Nearly half of Danish customers satisfied with hybrid products

    According to a recent study from Aarhus University, Danes are open to substituting so-called hybrid products – a blend of plants and meat –for beef. According to the report, nearly 50% of Danish consumers have used the items and have had pleasant experiences. Danes generally have a desire to change their dietary habits, but few…


  • Döhler showcases its portfolio capturing the shade of brown

    Döhler has introduced its latest portfolio to convey the spirit of the refined shade of brown, inspired by Pantone’s Colour of the Year 2025, Mocha Mousse. A Journey of Comfort and Indulgence is a mix of natural colours and flavours to create products that deliver the Mocha Mousse concept through taste, textures and healthier options…


  • CFIA Rennes 2025: WEG to showcase energy efficient technologies

    WEG plans to return at CFIA Rennes 2025 to showcase its most recent advancements in digital solutions, motors, and drives. Taking place from March 18 to 20, 2025 at Rennes Parc Expo, this premier exhibition for the food processing industry is renowned for showcasing the latest advancements in industrial equipment. The team will showcase the…


  • E-boiler helps Arla Foods Ingredients’ European facilities run entirely on renewable energy

    Arla Foods Ingredients plants in Europe are on target to run on electricity from 100% renewable sources. The food ingredients company has taken another major step on its CO2 reduction journey with the installation of an electric boiler at its largest production site. The new e-boiler is the company’s largest and the first at the…


  • Starpack Students Awards 2025: call for design students to demonstrate metal package design skills

    Design students are being asked to demonstrate their inventiveness and sustainability skills while taking on a practical design challenge in the metal packaging industry for this year’s Starpack Students Awards 2025. The Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association (MPMA) sponsors ‘Brief F’ of the annual student competition which is organised by Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining.…