The standard of low and no alcohol drinks is getting better all the time, and it has become part of many consumers’ repertoires, whether they abstain from alcohol completely, or are choosing to moderate for health or other reasons. The choice, availability, and standard of no and low is now excellent, and whether in on or […]
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This article is part of a regular series exploring the future of packaging through the lens of the Easyfairs Packaging Council – a collective of leading thinkers, makers and disruptors from across the design, retail and FMCG industries. Walk into any supermarket, pharmacy, or high street shop, and it becomes clear that packaging is everywhere. […]
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Bonsucro—the leading global non-profit uniting the sugarcane sector—highlights its vital role in advancing environmental progress. Through its rigorous Production Standard and collaborative multi-stakeholder platform, Bonsucro works to drive positive transformation across the sugarcane sector. Why sugarcane matters on World Environment Day: With the nature and climate crisis accelerating, deforestation rates rising, and the world counting down to […]
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Fortress Technology explores the benefits of staying ahead of an unannounced inspection by an external party, and the value of monitoring everyday risks by performing regular internal and external audit reviews. Most food safety assurance systems rely on robust Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) programmes. But how do you verify that the steps you […]
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Serve Legal’s latest audit reveals a concerning drop in allergen compliance – now at 53% by 2025. Despite increasing awareness and efforts to improve allergen labelling, food businesses still face challenges with consistent staff training and real-time application of allergen protocols, putting consumers at risk. The food industry faces a critical question, ‘Are we truly […]
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Thanks to a centralised cooling system from ICS Cool Energy, CNC Speedwell eliminated costly maintenance downtime and reduced energy usage. CNC Speedwell Ltd, part of the Castings PLC Group, and one of the UK’s largest CNC machine shops, partnered with ICS Cool Energy, an international market leader specialising in complete temperature control solutions for manufacturing […]
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The Manufacturer’s Perspective on Energy Efficiency, Compliance and Sustainability By Phil Ayres, ICS Cool Energy In the world of process cooling, selecting the right equipment is no longer just about capacity or initial cost. Increasingly, it’s about energy performance, compliance with evolving regulations, and long-term sustainability. That’s where the Seasonal Energy Performance Ratio (SEPR) becomes […]
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By Kwaku Owusu-Ansah, Industry Manager for Yale Lift Truck Technologies Food processing companies face unique operational challenges when it comes to material handling and warehousing applications. Multiple factors can impact profitability and operational efficiency. Here are some key challenges, and how to navigate through them. Rising costs With operational costs increasing steadily, the right fleet […]
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Summer has come early this year, and the increase in temperature means an increase in demand for outdoor eating. It’s a case of “sun’s out, burger bun’s out” for the British public, as BBQs are brushed off, picnic rugs shaken out and folding chairs dusted down. It also means that things are hotting up for […]
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Tanguy Pellen discusses unlocking disruptive innovation by taking a step back, anticipating what is going to come next and embracing elevated thinking to meet the challenges. In today’s competitive market, packaging is not merely a protective shell; it serves as a crucial element of branding and consumer engagement for many, if not all FMCG companies, […]
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