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McCain announces new UK Farm of the Future as part of its global commitment to help futureproof British agriculture

March 2, 2026March 2, 2026John

McCain Foods, the UK’s largest manufacturer of prepared potato products, has announced plans to launch a new Farm of the Future in North Yorkshire, home of McCain’s GB headquarters for over 50 years. In partnership with the University of Leeds, this is McCain’s third commercial-scale research and innovation site to trial regenerative agriculture practices, marking […]

Packaging Innovations & Empack marks 21st edition with record-breaking growth

The record-breaking Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026 united the UK’s packaging industry, spotlighting sustainable, breakthrough innovations, and the next generation of trailblazing talent. The 21st edition of Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026 has closed to overwhelming acclaim, attracting 8,021 unique visitors, an 8% increase on the previous year. The event continues to cement its position […]

Cawston Press enters the sparkling water category

Cawston Press enters the flavoured sparkling water category with the launch of Cawston Press Sparkling Water, a new two-flavour range designed to bring real fruit juice and premium credentials to everyday hydration, made with just real pressed fruit juice and sparkling water. . Launching with Squeezed Lime and Pressed Watermelon, the range blends sparkling spring […]

Advancing Food Safety With AI

December 30, 2025December 12, 2025Jade

A new report released by BCC Research indicates that AI technology applied to areas such as contaminant detection, traceability and compliance is projected to grow at a CAGR of 30.9% by 2030i. Anticipated to be valued at USD$13.7 billion, this will revolutionise food safety and strengthen quality control reports Phil Brown, Sales Director at Fortress […]

Autumn Budget 2025: The print & packaging industry reacts

December 24, 2025December 12, 2025Jade

Packaging Innovations & Empack looks at how the budget of 2025 is being received across the print and packaging sector. The autumn budget of 2025 has landed, and the print and packaging sector is now assessing the implications of a fiscal statement that delivered both expected measures and a few unwelcome surprises. As Chancellor Rachel […]

Unifying Control in Packaging Lines

December 10, 2025Jade

The packaging industry is undergoing a significant transformation. Consumer expectations are shifting from mass-produced uniformity to personalisation, seasonal customisation and premium experiences – and this is forcing businesses to innovate. Whether it’s face cream in a Christmas gift pack or a personalised label on a bottle of soft drink, packaging lines must adapt to changing […]

“A fundamental part of the supply chain” – FPA’s Mike Revell on EPR, inflation, and the fight for fairness

Mike Revell, Executive Chair of the FPA, explains how uncertainty around packaging taxes, innovation, and sustainability is shaping the future of UK hospitality and foodservice. There’s a certain irony in the quiet hum of a coffee machine, that familiar soundtrack to British mornings, when you realise how fragile the ecosystem behind that £2.50 cup has […]

ifm Introduces Fail-Safe Inductive Sensors for the Food Industry

November 27, 2025John

ifm, a global leader in sensor technology, introduces its new robust fail-safe inductive sensors, engineered for the food and beverage industry. These cutting-edge, all-metal sensors establish a new standard for safety and reliability in extreme conditions. ifm is the first and only supplier to offer fail-safe inductive sensors in a durable full-metal design, ensuring maximum safety […]

RealMan Unveils RealBOT Embodied Open Platform at IROS 2025

Next-gen human–robot teaming. At the recently concluded IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS 2025), RealMan Robotics made a major breakthrough with the debut of its RealBOT Embodied Open Platform. The company successfully conducted a cross-regional teleoperation demonstration, linking Beijing and Hangzhou, 1,200 km apart, to showcase the real-time collaboration capabilities of embodied […]

Dina Foods Boosts Manufacturing Capacity

November 25, 2025Jade

Mediterranean bakery, confectionery and savouries supplier Dina Foods has invested £1m over the last three years in an ongoing programme of manufacturing upgrades, as demand for its authentic foods grows. Dina Foods’ latest investment was the complete overhaul of its pitta line in August, which is now fully operational. The pitta line is one of […]