Process industries


  • Planted launches first plant-based steak in Tesco

    Planted has launched its first plant-based steak into Tesco, bringing a steakhouse-quality experience directly to UK consumers. Following a successful debut and overwhelming demand in European foodservice as well as retail, planted.steak is available in Tesco stores nationwide. Crafted from soya protein, bean and rice flour, rapeseed oil, and a unique mix of microbial cultures,…


  • Acquisition announced

    Acquisition announced

    Published:  30 April, 2025 Natural Power a leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider has announced it has provided technical due diligence and advisory services on behalf of Ardian, one of the world’s leading private equity firms, for its acquisition of Akuo Energy, a leading independent power producer specialising in renewable energy, and its project…


  • Sulmara grows global operations

    Published:  30 April, 2025 Sulmara a leading independent subsea survey and inspection company has announced it has reinforced its growing footprint by relocating to larger premises in Glasgow and Taipei, and opening a brand new office in Norwich, to support a global team which grew by 25% over the last year to 250 employees. Sulmara’…


  • The Compleat Food Group appoints first chief operating officer

    The Compleat Food Group has announced the appointment of Brian Byrne as its first chief operating officer, effective 1st May 2025. The appointment marks a significant milestone as the group continues to strengthen its leadership team and operational capabilities to support its ambitious growth strategy. Brian joined The Compleat Food Group in 2023 as chief…


  • ‘Digital Drag’ impedes food and beverage firms looking at tech modernisation

    In the food and beverage industry, Digital Drag: The Growing Gap Between Tech Priorities and Implementation found that although nearly two-thirds (62%) expressed concern about economic uncertainty, 60% of respondents are still stuck in the implementation stage of modernisation, with 69% still using antiquated manual processes and citing complexity (40%) as the reason for the…


  • GEA’s Nexus integrates processing and heating/cooling solutions to minimise energy use

    GEA refrigeration and heat pump plant at Wipasz — Poland’s leading poultry producer. Source: GEA Posted: 29 April 2025 Share this page With manufacturers constantly under pressure to cut prices to stay competitive, and a constant push from lawmakers and customers to minimise greenhouse gas emissions, GEA has released NEXUS to a wider audience to…


  • Arla Foods Ingredients targets medical nutrition with new MCI solutions

    Arla Foods Ingredients is highlighting the potential of micellar casein isolate (MCI) to address the growing demand for high-quality ingredients for medical nutrition. Rich in native protein, MCI is extracted from milk using gentle processing. Arla Foods Ingredients’ Lacprodan MicelPure portfolio already includes a range of MCI solutions that are relevant for medical nutrition. It…


  • Sidel EvoFILL Can Compact introduces performance driven filler for premium beverages

    Sidel’s EvoFILL Can Compact addresses the growing demand for flexibility, efficiency, and adaptability in the beer and carbonated soft drink sectors especially, within the low-to-medium speed production market (up to 40,000 cans per hour). Global beverage production volumes are expected to rise, with the alcoholic beverage market reaching 492.1 billion units by 2028 (source: Global…


  • Sidel introduces performance driven EvoFILL Can Compact filler for premium beverages

    Sidel’s EvoFILL Can Compact addresses the growing demand for flexibility, efficiency, and adaptability in the beer and carbonated soft drink sectors especially, within the low-to-medium speed production market (up to 40,000 cans per hour). Global beverage production volumes are expected to rise, with the alcoholic beverage market reaching 492.1 billion units by 2028 (source: Global…


  • African Originals launches Kenya’s first locally sourced RTD gin and tonic

    African Originals, the award-winning Kenyan-based cider, spirits and soft drinks company, has launched the 5.8 Gin & Tonic, the first ready-to-drink (RTD), locally-sourced gin and tonic in Kenya. RTDs have been a global phenomenon for the past two years. The only alcohol category to record international growth, RTD volumes are up 2% a year, with…