Process industries

Gavan Technologies has secured $8 million in A-round funding to help it enter the European food market with its plant protein-based fat solution Fatrix. The funding round was led by MoreVC, a prominent Israeli venture capital firm, with participation from Lever VC, a global leader in food and agri-tech investment; EIT Food, a European Union-supported platform for…

Fam Stumabo has announced its presence at Fruit Logistica 2025, from 5 to 7 February in Berlin, the leading trade show for the fresh produce industry. Fam Stumabo said it showcase fruit and vegetable cutting solutions, designed to help processors achieve precision, efficiency, and product excellence. At its booth (Hall 1.1 – Stand A41), visitors…

Dawn Foods has named its first of three 2025 Student Ambassadors. Jordan Young, 26, who is studying BSc Food Science at Nottingham Trent University impressed the team at Dawn with his dedication to the technical craft of baking, in-depth knowledge of current bakery trends as well as his understanding of the commercial challenges faced by…

Bell Flavors & Fragrances has revealed five global macro trends that it believes will impact the lives, and purchasing behaviour, of consumers. Created via the Spark–Ignites Creativity, Inspires Senses platform, it has been mapping the origins of imagination since 2015. “This year, Bell’s Spark Trends continue to uncover various ways in which global consumers are responding…

A confectionery business is starting the year afresh by taking significant strides to boost both its brand identity and range within the UK’s bustling independent sweet & confectionery sector, with the launch of an enhanced sugar-free sweets range. After much tweaking and twiddling the resulting healthier living range, Stockley’s will include sugar-free sharing bags of…

Roland Thiemann’s extensive experience in the international food and beverage industries has led him to become the new director at Anuga FoodTec. He succeeds Matthias Schlüter, who will leave the company at the end of 2024 in accordance with his own wishes after 24 years with Koelnmesse, including 14 of them as director of Anuga…

The Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM) for Packaging EPR, published by Defra and the pEPR Scheme Administrator, has been accepted by OPRL. Jude Allan, OPRL’s interim MD, called it helpful clarification for labelling and for businesses. Allan said the arrival of eco-modulation in 2026 will introduce a financial incentive to reduce packaging or to opt for…

Magtein EU novel food approval. Image credit GaudiLab –Shutterstock.com Posted: 6 January 2025 Share this page The European Union has formally authorised the use of magnesium L-threonate as a novel food, meaning that it is now completely permitted for inclusion in products sold to consumers throughout the EU. This provides a new and highly bioavailable…

After a workout, Tom Parker Creamery’s Flavoured Milks are a tasty, all-natural option to help the body recover, rehydrate, and rejuvenate. So, instead of using powders and artificial shakes, there is a natural substitute bursting with goodness made from free range British whole milk and only natural ingredients. From vibrant strawberry and creamy banana real…

After a workout, Tom Parker Creamery’s Flavoured Milks are a tasty, all-natural option to help your body recover, rehydrate, and rejuvenate. So, instead of using powders and artificial shakes, there is a natural substitute bursting with goodness made from free range British whole milk and only natural ingredients. From vibrant strawberry and creamy banana real…