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Chef Robotics secures $43M Series A funding to expand AI-enabled meal production

, 1 April 2025/in Automation, E-News /by panglobal

Chef Robotics has announced a significant Series A funding round totalling $43.1 million, comprising $20.6 million in equity and $22.5 million in equipment financing. The AI-enabled robotic systems company has already produced over 44 million meal servings for brands including Amy’s Kitchen and Sunbasket, establishing itself as a leader in automated meal assembly technology.

Iba 2025 to showcase global bakery innovation with focus on artisan sector

, 1 April 2025/in E-News, Events /by panglobal

The world’s leading trade fair for the baking and confectionery industry will return to Düsseldorf in May, featuring dedicated exhibition space for artisan bakery and a new food trends area highlighting the latest ingredient innovations.

Trish Fellowes, Food Sales Manager at ACI Group

Are flexitarians driving a future of high protein plant-based product innovation?

, 1 April 2025/in Consumer Trends, Featured Articles, Protein /by panglobal

By Trish Fellowes, Food Sales Manager at ACI Group Plant-based proteins are at the forefront of food and beverage innovation, highly regarded for their versatility in plant-based food formulations, functional beverages, bars, snacks, dairy, and meat alternatives. While these ingredients were traditionally the domain in vegan-only products, today they offer exciting solutions for the growing […]

IFE 2025 showcases innovative products and industry trends at Excel London

, 1 April 2025/in E-News, Events /by panglobal

The 2025 edition of International Food & Drink Event (IFE) concluded successfully with thousands of products displayed and significant business networking opportunities for food scientists and industry professionals across retail, wholesale and hospitality sectors.

Vivici Executive Team. From left to right: Dan Bisley (Chief Financial Officer), Simon Penfold (Chief Commercial Officer), Stephan van Sint Fiet (Chief Executive Officer) and Marcel Wubbolts (Chief Technology Officer)

Vivici introduces precision-fermented dairy protein to US active nutrition market

, 24 March 2025/in Dairy, E-News, Protein /by panglobal

Vivici’s new Vivitein BLG offers significant functional and sustainability advantages over conventional dairy proteins, with applications in clear protein drinks, muscle-building supplements and vegan-friendly protein bars. The beta-lactoglobulin ingredient is produced through precision fermentation without animals and demonstrates substantial reductions in environmental impact.

ACI Group expands plant-based protein portfolio with innovative sustainable options

, 24 March 2025/in Product news, Protein /by panglobal

ACI Group, a prominent supplier of functional ingredients, has launched an expanded range of plant-based protein options designed to meet growing industry demand for sustainable nutrition alternatives.

Giract releases comprehensive ingredients market forecast in new 2025 publication

, 24 March 2025/in E-News, Ingredients /by panglobal

Giract’s latest industry analysis provides food scientists and R&D professionals with crucial market data on technical, nutritional and intermediate ingredients, with five-year projections across global markets. The publication aims to support formulation decisions with reliable market intelligence on ingredient availability, pricing trends and emerging applications.