Question your suppliers carefully about the type of AI technologies they offer. By Curtis Koelling, VP of Product Development for KPM Analytics’ Smart Vision Works AI Inspection Division The excitement around AI-powered inspection is undeniable. However, it is essential for food processors to recognize that not all AI technologies are equal. How Do AI Food […]
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Outsourcing is playing a key role in helping retailers and manufacturers to bridge the gap between affordability and innovation in their product development programmes. According to the BCMPA – The Association for Contract Manufacturing, Packing, Fulfilment & Logistics, while many consumers are seeking value in the products they buy, as they continue to grapple with […]
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FEA’s partners in government organising event to support businesses with export The Foodservice Equipment Association’s (FEA) strategic partners in the UK Government, the Department of Business and Trade (DBT) will be hosting the latest roadshow in its “Made in the UK, Sold to the World” series at the International Convention Centre in Birmingham, focussed on […]
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Yorkshire-based AI company, IntelliAM, has appointed Dr Keith Harris as its Non-Executive Director and Chairman-Elect, as the firm continues to scale its AI-powered solutions across global industrial sectors. The appointment marks a key milestone in the company’s growth strategy and comes at a time of increasing momentum. Dr Harris will formally take on the role […]
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More than 65% of consumers believe cans are the most circular beverage packaging format, according to new research commissioned by Can Makers UK, the trade body representing drinks can manufacturers. The study also revealed that 84% of UK consumers believe beverage cans are the easiest packaging format to recycle, while 78% confirmed they preferred cans […]
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A Quiet Evolution is Underway: but more seismic shifts and long-term commitment is needed to Transform the Food System with Technology The food industry is at a pivotal moment, facing unprecedented challenges due to surging labour costs and a growing population. James Walton, Chief Economist at IGD, emphasises the urgent need for businesses to ramp […]
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Frozen food is riding high on a wave of innovation and consumer demand, according to a panel of food and drink experts. They say the category – which grew by nearly 12% in 2023/24, generating more than £8 billion in grocery sales – is no longer just for the budget-conscious but attracts shoppers looking for quality products […]
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Tracklements has been honoured with a King’s Award for Enterprise for excellence in International Trade 2025. One of only 197 organisations nationally recognised this year, Tracklements began its export journey over 25 years ago and has since established a presence in over 20 international markets including Australia, Canada, UAE and across Europe. The company’s […]
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Peter’s Food Services may have a long and traditional history in the South Wales food industry, but it is also one of the most forward-thinking and dynamic businesses in the region, especially in its approach to waste management. Long before the Welsh Government’s Workplace Recycling legislation came into force in April 2024, Peter’s, which is […]
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Reaseheath College is giving students a head start in two of the UK’s most important sectors – horticulture and food science – with the launch of a groundbreaking T Level Incentive Scheme. Starting in September 2025, students enrolling at the Nantwich-based college on these high-priority T Levels will receive a performance-based bursary of up to […]
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