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Danone is exploring a multi-year collaboration with Microsoft to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) throughout its operations. The companies intend to launch a Danone Microsoft AI Academy, dedicated to upskilling all Danone employees to ensure that all “Danoners” are equipped with AI and digital tools. It builds on Danone’s recently launched ‘DanSkills’ programme, which aims to…
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A UK plant-based business’s factory has expanded merely months after opening, amid “sensational” demand from consumers. Myco has added another 3,000 sqft to its production site in North Yorkshire, which will allow for a 600 per cent increase in production of the firm’s Hooba range of burgers and sausages. The extension means Myco can vertically…
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Bute Island Foods’ plant-based alternative to cheese brand, Sheese, has partnered with plant-based recipe platform, BOSH! to create a quartet of recipes showcasing the versatility and meltability of the Sheese range. The featured recipes include: 1. Air Fried Crispy Cajun Cauliflower Steak Burger 2. Sheese and Sticky Date with Tamarind Chutney Toastie 3. Sheesy Stuffed…
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Published: 24 July, 2024 Applications are now open for innovative companies based in Scotland to join the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult’s award-winning Launch Academy programme. Launch Academy is an industry-backed technology accelerator programme designed to support the commercialisation of new technologies that will enhance the UK’s offshore wind supply chain, enabling greater local content while supporting cost reduction. The prestigious Launch…
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Published: 24 July, 2024 Interroll, a global leader in material handling solutions, has announced it has doubled the use of self-generated energy and nearly tripled the percentage of both shares in renewable energy, and the consumption of renewable electrical power. New statistics from the company’s latest sustainability report reaffirm its commitment to Environmental, Social and…
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Kentish Oils and Condiments move into a purpose-built, state-of-the art factory near Sandwich, Kent, is positioning the cold-pressed oil producer to grow with demand. The factory build comes after a period of substantial growth, having won two large new contracts with Cook, the award-winning frozen ready meal manufacturer based in Sittingbourne and Higgidy Pies, a…
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Research from Driscoll’s has revealed 91% of Brits prefer British cherries, also valuing taste and freshness (89%) and supporting local farmers (76%). According to the berries’ seller, demand is increasing for several reasons including: Freshness and flavour: locally grown cherries, harvested at their peak, offer unmatched taste and nutritional value. They spend less time in…
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The growth of the food and drink sector has been slow compared to other industries in recent years, according to Shaun Browne, a managing director and co-head of corporate finance, Europe, at Houlihan Lokey, who believes this is limiting its appeal to external investors. Recent data shows that investment in the F&B sector declined by…
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Empire Energy’s Offshore Division, an offshore wind EPC firm, has partnered with Largo Concrete, a structural concrete contractor, to support the growth of offshore wind sector. The partnership will leverage Empire Energy Offshore’s project portfolio and deep industry knowledge alongside Largo’s concrete expertise to drive innovative solutions and sustainable infrastructure in the growing offshore wind…
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Robert Taylor, sustainability director at UPM, and Adam Ryan, head of Pentawards, surveyed leading package designers to find out the barriers that limit the development of sustainable packaging. Posted: 23 July 2024 Share this page The high cost of using sustainable materials has often dissuaded designers from using sustainable materials for packaging, instead choosing cheaper…
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