Process industries


  • IPL Packaging achieves gold certification from sustainability partner Ecovadis

    IPL Packaging has earned Gold Certification from Ecovadis – the trusted global leader in sustainability assessment. The certification underscores the deep commitment that IPL makes to responsible and sustainable package manufacturing. “Beyond a claim to sustainable practices, IPL pursues the accountability of a third party certification in Ecovadis,” said Glen Broomberg, head of global business…


  • Futumara compostable packaging for Beavertown crisps to help with mental health

    Beavertown has this month partnered with the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) to launch a limited edition packet of crisps with a difference: cheddar and jalapeño flavoured crisps aimed at starting conversations around mental health. The British brewery based in Tottenham, is well-known across the country for its craft beers including Neck Oil, Gamma Ray,…


  • Vegan brand Sheese re-launches with major new look and improved recipe

    Sheese, one of the first brands to market a plant-based alternative to cheese in the UK, has unveiled a complete re-brand across its range. One of the first dairy-free and vegan brands, owners Bute Island Foods have re-launched the entire Sheese range under a new look and feel. Focused on making dairy-free alternatives to cheese…


  • Vegan brand Sheese re-launches with major new look and recipe

    Sheese, one of the first brands to market a plant-based alternative to cheese in the UK, has unveiled a complete re-brand across its range. One of the first dairy-free and vegan brands, owners Bute Island Foods have re-launched the entire Sheese range under a new look and feel. Focused on making dairy-free alternatives to cheese…


  • Two new flavours for Kettle Chips

    Chorizo & Red Pepper is the newest addition to Kettle’s Ridge Cut range. Providing a satisfying crunch in every bite, each ridge-cut chip is the perfect channel for flavour, allowing a taste that packs a punch. Kettle’s innovation chef combined the finest smoky chorizo and sweet red bell pepper, creating a bold and spicy aroma…


  • �1m funding for UK supply chain projects to tackle offshore wind supply chain priorities

    Published:  01 May, 2024 The Offshore Wind Growth Partnership (OWGP) has announced it has released its latest Innovation Grants competition, which will see a total of £1 million awarded to successful supply chain companies to develop new products and services for the offshore wind sector. The OWGP Innovation Grant will be supported by offshore wind…


  • Offshore Manufacturing insights: Exclusive TI Podcast with Norway�s UK Ambassador

    Published:  01 May, 2024 In light of Norway’s prominence as this year’s partner country at Hannover Messe, tune in to Smart Machines & Factories’ Aaron Blutstein’s latest Talking Industry podcast featuring Tore Hattrem, Norway’s Ambassador to the UK, and Hilde Hukkelberg, Director UK and Ireland at Innovation Norway. Gain exclusive insights into the current state…


  • Exxon to Shut Two Platforms in Guyana for Two Weeks for Pipeline Connection

    By Kemol King Apr 30, 2024 © atdr / Adobe Stock Exxon Mobil Corp will shut down two offshore oil production projects in Guyana for two weeks each, between July and August, to connect a natural gas pipeline, the company’s country head Alistair Routledge told reporters in Georgetown on Tuesday. The 140-mile (225-km) pipeline will…


  • SIG removes the need for third-party pre-sterilisation of spouted pouches

    SIG has launched a new aseptic spouted pouch filling system, the SIG Prime 55 In-Line Aseptic filling equipment for pre-made spouted pouch features in-line pouch sterilisation, removing the need for third-party pre-sterilisation of spouted pouches. The resulting system reduces supply chain complexity and improves the overall costs to produce aseptically packaged products in spouted pouches.…


  • Skills shortages, sustainability and women’s PPE cited as key areas of focus

    Skills shortages, sustainability and women’s PPE cited by health and safety professionals as key areas of focus by a number of industries in manufacturing including food and beverage in RS’ 2024 Health & Safety report Striving for Excellence. The report is based on findings from a survey that aimed to gain a snapshot of the environment, health and…