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Celebrating 40 years: Tetra Pak launches new landmark Dairy Processing Handbook, featuring new innovatons in mixing, lactose reduction, and sustainability

May 13, 2025Sophie Weir

Marking 40 years since its first publication, this new, updated edition equips professionals with the latest technical insights in dairy production, alongside new chapters focused on the most notable industry trends, such as mixing technology and lactose-free products Tetra Pak is thrilled to announce the launch of the 2025 edition of the Dairy Processing Handbook, […]

Coca-Cola HBC adds extra fizz to its partnership with Wincanton

May 13, 2025Sophie Weir

Coca-Cola HBC, the strategic bottling partner of the Coca-Cola company on the island of Ireland, has extended its long-term partnership with Wincanton, the leading supply chain partner to UK businesses. The contract extension until the end of 2026 builds on the two brands’ strong partnership which began in 2016 and marks a decade of collaboration. […]

UK Manufacturers Face Trump Tariff Warning Over Plastic Packaging, Despite New Deals.

May 13, 2025Sophie Weir

US President Donald Trump’s continuing tariffs could have unexpected consequences for UK businesses, putting them at risk of breaching new environmental rules, a leading eco compliance firm has warned. The caution from Manchester-based Ecoveritas comes as manufacturers worldwide are considering changing the way they package goods in response to President Trump’s policies on global trade. […]

Caterforce extends supplier network to add value for members

May 13, 2025Sophie Weir

Leading foodservice buying group Caterforce has announced the successful expansion of its supplier network in the first quarter of 2025, with the introduction of 18 new suppliers to its foodservice wholesale membership. This strategic move gives the new suppliers access to an extensive market of over 46,000 independent foodservice customers, significantly boosting their visibility and […]

Real-time interface of a Supervised AI system inspecting and sorting potatoes by product feature, defects, and other visual aspects. (Photo courtesy KPM Analytics’ Smart Vision Works.)

The Difference Between Supervised & Unsupervised AI for Food Inspection

May 12, 2025May 12, 2025Sophie Weir

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 […]

Improved Quality and Value Through Outsourcing Fuels Own-Brand Growth, Says BCMPA

May 12, 2025Sophie Weir

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 […]

Grow your exports with the Made in the UK, Sold to the World roadshow

May 9, 2025May 9, 2025Sophie Weir

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 […]

Yorkshire-Based IntelliAM Appoints New Chairman to Support Growth

May 7, 2025Sophie Weir

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 […]

Two thirds of consumers believe cans are the most circular

May 7, 2025Sophie Weir

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 […]

Food industry must accelerate AI and robotics adoption to combat labour cost crunch

May 6, 2025Sophie Weir

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 […]

Author: Sophie Weir

Celebrating 40 years: Tetra Pak launches new landmark Dairy Processing Handbook, featuring new innovatons in mixing, lactose reduction, and sustainability

Coca-Cola HBC adds extra fizz to its partnership with Wincanton

UK Manufacturers Face Trump Tariff Warning Over Plastic Packaging, Despite New Deals.

Caterforce extends supplier network to add value for members

The Difference Between Supervised & Unsupervised AI for Food Inspection

Improved Quality and Value Through Outsourcing Fuels Own-Brand Growth, Says BCMPA

Grow your exports with the Made in the UK, Sold to the World roadshow

Yorkshire-Based IntelliAM Appoints New Chairman to Support Growth

Two thirds of consumers believe cans are the most circular

Food industry must accelerate AI and robotics adoption to combat labour cost crunch

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