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Melhoramentos increases investment in W-Cycle’s compostable packaging technology
, /in Industry News /by panglobalBrazilian forestry and pulp producer Melhoramentos has expanded its partnership with Israeli food packaging innovator W-Cycle, providing fresh capital to accelerate development of plastic-free, compostable food containers utilising cellulose-based materials.
Unilever divests The Vegetarian Butcher to Vivera as part of portfolio restructuring
, /in Industry News /by panglobalUnilever has entered into a binding agreement with Vivera to sell The Vegetarian Butcher, a strategic move that aligns with the company’s recently announced portfolio sharpening initiative. The divestiture comes after seven years of ownership during which the plant-based brand expanded into more than 55 markets globally while maintaining consistent double-digit growth.
Mondi expands sustainable packaging capabilities with Schumacher acquisition
, /in Industry News /by panglobalGlobal packaging leader increases production capacity by over 1 billion square metres through strategic Western Europe expansion, enhancing its solid board solutions for food and consumer goods sectors. The move strengthens Mondi’s integrated packaging offering for customers seeking to reduce waste and improve sustainability credentials across their supply chains.
Kerry unveils new Customer Engagement Center in Commerce, California
, /in Industry News /by panglobalGlobal taste and nutrition leader launches innovative co-creation space with enhanced R&D capabilities, AI-powered concepting tools and specialised portfolio for emerging food and beverage manufacturers.
Automation emerges as key solution to food manufacturing labour shortages
, /in Automation, Featured Articles /by panglobalAs the manufacturing sector faces critical workforce gaps projected to leave millions of positions unfilled by 2033, food producers are turning to advanced automation technologies to maintain production capacity and quality. TNA Solutions demonstrates how its integrated systems enable snack manufacturers to quadruple output whilst requiring fewer operators.
Overcoming taste and texture challenges in high-protein snacks
, /in Featured Articles /by panglobalJack Helm, Account Manager for Beverage, Bakery & Functional Snacks at ACI Group, explores the technical complexities of formulating high-protein snacks that maintain optimal sensory qualities. He examines how manufacturers can strategically select and integrate various protein formats to overcome the significant taste and texture challenges facing product developers.
Reimagining food fats: Precision fermentation’s potential and what’s holding it back
, /in Fats and Oils, Featured Articles /by panglobalBy Paulo Teixeira, Product Manager at Melt&Marble Introduction The pressure to innovate in the global food system is omnipresent across sectors. However, the extent to which we need such innovation is often understated. Although the environmental and climate impacts of industrialised animal agriculture and the need to shift away from it are well understood, relatively […]
Tate & Lyle receives sustainability recognition for regenerative stevia agriculture program
, /in E-News, Industry News, Sustainability /by panglobalRegenerative agriculture initiative in China honoured with Environment+Energy Leader award for environmental impact, farmer education and sustainability improvements across the stevia supply chain.
Suannutra showcases botanical formulations for women’s health at Vitafoods 2025
, /in E-News, Events, Industry News /by panglobalThe nutraceutical innovator will present its science-backed botanical solutions targeting key areas of women’s wellness, including metabolic health, cognitive function, and skin health, at Europe’s leading nutraceutical event.
SternMaid unveils sustainable packaging line for powder products
, /in E-News, Events, Industry News /by panglobalContract manufacturer SternMaid will showcase its expanded portfolio for powder and granulate blends at Vitafoods Europe 2025, featuring a new filling line for environmentally friendly packaging made from more than 95% cardboard. The company’s comprehensive service offering combines advanced blending capabilities with refinement technologies designed to enhance product functionality for dietary supplements and functional foods.