Process industries
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MM Packaging Deeside reaches landmark 15 million advent calendar figure. The record seasonal output for major UK retailers highlights the cartonboard manufacturer’s scale and precision capabilities, as demand for festive packaging rises alongside an £853 million Christmas confectionery market.
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UPM unveils premium label materials for wine and spirits. The collection features advanced converting properties, enhancing brand and consumer experiences. Available globally, these materials cater to the growing demand for premiumization in the wine and spirits industry, which is projected to reach $1.686 trillion by 2034.
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Pioneering project to enhance secondary students’ STEM engagement announced. A five-year collaboration between EngineeringUK and City & Guilds Foundation aims to dismantle barriers to consistent STEM involvement. This effort targets underrepresented demographics, promising to elevate educational performance and career prospects in the engineering sector.
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Squeaky Bean launches innovative Salmon Style Flakes this October. With 41% of the UK population reducing meat consumption, Squeaky Bean introduces a new plant-based option in Sweet Chilli Marinade. The product promises the taste and texture of traditional salmon, appealing to flexitarians, vegans, and vegetarians.
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BCMPA returns to White Label World Expo London 2025 to champion UK manufacturing and third-party outsourcing. The association, joined by seven member companies, will highlight how domestic white label production supports speed to market, supply chain security, and sustainability as brands seek resilient UK-based manufacturing partners.
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Sumitomo (SHI) Demag will showcase its latest medical injection moulding technology at Plastics Live Ireland 2025. The company aims to expand its footprint in Ireland’s fast-growing medical manufacturing sector with new high-speed, energy-efficient cleanroom machines.
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Cyclos-HTP certifies Faerch’s CPET trays as fully recyclable. The certification highlights Faerch’s commitment to circular food packaging, ensuring CPET trays can be recycled efficiently without compromising quality. This achievement aligns with the company’s broader strategy to comply with sustainability targets and regulatory demands across Europe.
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Aftermarket support is no longer a backup strategy. Raj Singh of TNA Solutions explains how proactive, data-driven service models are helping food manufacturers turn maintenance into resilience. From predictive analytics to outcome-based contracts, the shift marks a decisive move away from reactive support.
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SGS and Yili forge a pioneering global partnership. The agreement aims to enhance quality across the dairy production chain, focusing on safety, sustainability, and innovation. By integrating digital systems and zero-carbon initiatives, the collaboration seeks to elevate the Chinese dairy industry’s global standing.
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Agricultural businesses face uniquely complex financial and operational pressures. From unpredictable harvests and machinery costs to succession planning and sustainability compliance, farms operate under conditions that most traditional accounting models cannot capture. Specialist agricultural accountants are therefore essential for navigating relief schemes, managing diversification, and securing long-term business continuity.
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