Category: In The Spotlight

Functionality, Inclusivity, and Sustainability: Expert Insights into the Future of Innovation in Packaging Design

At London Packaging Week, industry leaders from renowned brands gathered to review recent packaging innovations and explore the trends shaping the future. In today’s competitive market, packaging innovation plays a crucial role in helping brands stand out while meeting evolving consumer expectations. At London Packaging Week 2024, a gathering of industry experts and key figures […]

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Are we seeing a structural shift in orange juice production?

By Matt Hale, Global Key Account Director, HRS Heat Exchangers From climate change and disease, to declining production and uncertainties around tariffs and trade, the global orange juice sector is going through unprecedented upheaval, which will result in winners and losers for both growers and processors. Declining orange production November 2024 was a key month […]

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ifm unveils revolutionary evaluation unit for analogue standard signals

ifm, a global leader in industrial automation, is thrilled to unveil its latest innovation – the DL3. This next-generation device sets a new benchmark for precision and efficiency in signal processing, addressing some of the industry’s most critical challenges. Designed with state-of-the-art technology, the DL3 enables engineers and technicians to optimise processes, enhance performance, and […]

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Connect with the food & drink community at IFE Manufacturing

IFE Manufacturing, part of Food, Drink & Hospitality Week, returns to Excel London on 17-19 March for three busy days uncovering the latest industry trends and connecting buyers with a wide range of quality suppliers. The ultimate business event for food & drink product development, IFE Manufacturing welcomes food & drink brand owners, NPD professionals, […]

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Why the food industry needs CO₂ – and how to make it sustainable

Food-grade CO₂ is an indispensable resource for the food and beverage industry, serving multiple critical functions such as carbonation in drinks, extending shelf life through modified atmosphere packaging, chilling, freezing, and maintaining quality in food processing. However, rising prices and supply volatility have placed significant financial pressures on manufacturers. In recent years, CO₂ prices have […]

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Mevalco, the UK’s Spanish fine food importer – gives support to Bristol charity, the MAZI project

Mevalco, the Bristol-based Spanish distributor which includes some of the UK’s most talented high-profile chefs and fine dining establishments amongst its customers, has announced a collaboration with The MAZI Project – the Bristol youth-led charity, which was founded in 2019 and nourishes vulnerable 16–25-year-olds through food. The MAZI Project supports care leavers, and young asylum seekers, […]

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Mastering all the P’s in food chain productivity

Food safety specialist Fortress Technology examines why working smarter not harder is critical to safeguarding the future of global food security, naming performance, product, people, process and profit as the top 5 productivity priorities in UK food manufacturing.  The food chain plays a significant part in our economy. In 2022, it accounted for approximately eight […]

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The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Brewery Hose

By Ben Shaw, Area Manager, Flextech Hose Solutions A defective brewery hose can lead to severe consequences, including contamination and poor-quality brews. Such issues may incur fines, recall, and brand reputational damage so selecting the right hose is crucial for product integrity and operational efficiency. When purchasing a hose for your brewery, it’s important to […]

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FiberWise™ to unveil groundbreaking sustainable packaging solutions for fresh meat at Packaging Innovations & Empack

FiberWise™, a division of Hartmann, is set to make a significant impact at this year’s Packaging Innovations & Empack show in Birmingham on 12 & 13 February 2025. With a commitment to sustainable packaging, FiberWise™ is showcasing its revolutionary fibre-based tray solutions designed to meet the growing demand for sustainable alternatives in the fresh meat […]

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