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Businesses waste 117 tonnes of food a year due to out of date technology, new research reveals
– Balloon One, the technology partner optimising global supply chains, has today launched research from businesses operating in the food and beverage (F&B) supply chain to understand the main causes of food waste, finding a growing crisis of avoidable waste which is being driven by outdated warehouse technology. This is creating financial, reputational and operational risk for supply chain leaders across the food and beverage […]
Company News
Fischer Farms brings vertically-farmed New Eden range to Ocado shoppers
Vertical Farming leader – Fischer Farms – has launched New Eden on Ocado, marking the first major commercial listing for its new consumer leaf brand. Introducing UK shoppers to a new generation of produce that is good for people, planet and palates, New Eden embodies the brand’s core belief in “greater food for the greater good”, delivering pure, […]
Features & Interviews
Streamlining Packaging Operations: The Benefits of Supplier Consolidation for Food and Drink Manufacturers
In the fast-paced world of food and drink manufacturing, efficiency and cost control are essential. One strategy gaining attention is packaging supplier consolidation – reducing the number of suppliers a manufacturer works with and centralising packaging needs with a single trusted partner. Supplier consolidation can deliver measurable benefits across operations, cost, and sustainability. 1. Simplifying […]
Events, Awards & Exhibition News
Over 10 new show features revealed for Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026
Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026 brings the future of packaging to life with new zones, breakthrough technologies, and expert-led experiences designed to inspire, inform, and connect every stage of the supply chain. What’s next for the packaging industry? Every year, businesses from across the world gather under one roof at the Birmingham NEC to get […]
Product News
Setting a New Benchmark for Hygienic Flow Measurement DN15 to DN150 Pipe Sizes
ifm electronic has introduced the SM Foodmag, a line of magnetic-inductive flow meters designed to deliver precise flow measurement tailored to the food and beverage sector. Built to uphold stringent hygiene requirements while enduring demanding process conditions, the SM Foodmag offers a versatile solution for everything from small dosing lines to large supply pipelines. The […]









