Hull flooring firm Lasercroft specify BASF flooring package, with Ucrete UD200 and Mastertop 1325 comfort flooring amongst premium materials and
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The outstanding ability and versatility of Marel’s highly successful PolySlicer 1000 have been boosted with the addition of an all
As part of its ongoing investigation into mislabelled meat, the Food Standards Agency in the UK has confirmed that the
JLT Specialty (JLT) and Campden BRI have, through their recently created strategic collaboration, launched a joint research paper on the
Greencore, the Irish and UK convenience food group, has appointed John Moloney as a Non-Executive Director, effective immediately. John Moloney
Bacardi, the largest privately-held spirits company in the world, has appointed Andy Gibson as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of Bacardi
Around 63% of exhibitors at PACKAGING INNOVATIONS and the co-located shows are using the event to launch major new technologies,
The ‘original’ elderflower cordial producer, Belvoir Fruit Farms, is launching five new products which are bursting with the fresh taste
A major reform of the EU’s Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) which aims to cut fishing to sustainable stock levels, end
SABMiller, through its China Resources Snow Breweries joint venture with China Resources Enterprise, is acquiring Kingway Brewery for a total
Corrugated giant Smurfit Kappa has endured a €142 million reduction in assets following the devaluation of Venezuela’s currency The Venezuelan
Nearly 21 companies in the US have voluntarily reduced salt content in pre-packaged or restaurant food products, amidst an ongoing
Meadow Foods, the UK’s largest independent dairy and leading supplier of milk and dairy ingredients to the food industry, is
Brendan Gleeson, Dr Karina Pierce and Tom Tynan have been appointed to the Teagasc Authority in Ireland by the Minister
IOI Loders Croklaan, one of the world’s leading suppliers of sustainable palm oil, is anticipating ongoing growth in the use
Frutarom Savory Solutions will focus on fermented sausage specialties at this year’s IFFA. The company will present its variety of
Italian consortium adopts Russell Finex technology to help process animal fats London – New applications for animal fats have prompted
Sofrilog Distribution, the transportation division of the national network of Sofrilog Cold Storage, has chosen to implement Ortec’s route planning
The latest version of the Accellos warehouse management system (WMS) from BalloonOne simplifies traceability for food processors and distributors. The
Nordson Corporation recently worked with Princes Gate Spring Water to develop a solution that would streamline the efficiency and running costs
As Lock Inspection Systems’ recent installation at Bacheldre Mill illustrates, artisanal producers as well as large industrial food manufacturers stand
St. Louis, Mo., February 13, 2013…Tennessee white whisky got a makeover thanks to Short Mountain Distillery and TricorBraun Design and
Packaging leaders have created a transparent film that is not only biodegradable, but can also extend the shelf life of
US-based global spirits group Beam has reported a 7% increase in net sales for 2012 to a record $2.5 billion.
Helped by a strong performance from its Moet Hennessy wines and spirits business, LVMH, the world’s leading luxury products group,
Leading logistics provider to the global beverage market JF Hillebrand has recently managed the transportation of a highly-valuable consignment of
Canadian office supply store, Grand and Toy, created the aptly named “Boomerang Box” as a reusable packaging solution for frequent
According to a major research study, a whopping 85% of recipients said they had experienced some frustration when opening packaging.
eBusiness and ERP solutions specialists Emerge Information Technology Ltd (Emerge IT) is expanding to meet the needs of its clients
Nestlé is the next in a long line of brands to make their packaging smartphone compatible. The confectionary giant has
As a key supplier of compressed-air filter elements to the UK market, Hi-line Industries Ltd undertake full test and air
The value of mergers and acquisitions in the Irish food and beverage (F&B) sector increased by 32pc to €726m in
Food ingredient supplier, EHL Ingredients, has welcomed a new recruit into its growing team. Debadutta Jayaprakash, age 27 joins as
UK-based Fresh Marketing has selected Tetra Pak’s Tetra Prisma Aseptic carton with DreamCap for the launch of its cereal brand
Consumers in the United Kingdom will be the first to benefit from a new global initiative by Nestlé to give
Heineken has started a strategic review of its Hartwall business in Finland. The review will evaluate strategic options for Hartwall
Leading German BAKING INGREDIENTS manufacturer IREKS has launched a brand new bread mix aimed at the UK bakery trade. IREKS CHIA BREAD
On Friday 1st February, 2013, Bürkert GB hosted the official opening of its new headquarters to celebrate the successful move
Established in 1991, Dalepak is an established warehousing, order fulfilment, distribution and contract packing specialist. The company operates multiple sites
From Dream to Reality. Imagine the ability to evenly heat and re-heat food in a conventional microwave without having to
People in India are accustomed to eat warm, home cooked meals at work. These tiffins are delivered everyday by special
Allied Glass has manufactured an eye-catching bottle for premium drinks brand Phraya Rum The opulent gilded container incorporates a heavy
Brand design consultancy Positive Momentum has overhauled the look of Renshaw, which makes marzipan, sugarpaste and soft icings The rebrand
Nampak plans to double production capacity at its glassmaking unit by January next year as it seeks to become a
DNA testing on meat products will be introduced in tbe wake of recent cases of horsemeat contamination in British meat.
Avery Weigh-Tronix will be showcasing a range of weighing solutions applicable to the material handling industry at this year’s IMHX
ADM Cocoa has completed the expansion of its production capabilities at its cocoa processing facility in Singapore. The expansion, which
The former Vion UK pork operation, which was recently the subject of a management buy-out, backed by Leeds-headquartered private equity
Premier Foods has announced that, following the appointment of Gavin Darby as chief executive, a flatter executive management structure has
The Department for Agriculture, Food and the Marine in Ireland has received a test result confirming 75% equine DNA in