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Rapeseed lecithin’s strengths become apparent in times of crisis SP

It reduces ink and solvent consumption while simultaneously optimizing print quality – with its innovative SPQ technology for flexo printing, Südpack already offers potential carbon savings for package printing. SP

Swiss technology group unveiled on 20th November its new food innovation hub, bringing together a diverse range of capabilities into a single location and setting a new stage for product and process development. SG SP

Consumer increasing demand for high-protein nutrition creates significant taste challenges for manufacturers. The ability to effectively mask inherent ingredient off-notes and bitterness is key to creating a strong competitive advantage. SP

Following its successful European launch during Labelexpo in Brussels, Flint Group’s award-winning Evolution products are now available for narrow web printers worldwide. SP

According to international press reports, Hotel Chocolat Group plc has agreed to a GBP 534 m takeover offer from Mars Inc, as the specialist chocolatier succumbs to the U.S. food giant to help it grow internationally. SG

The Vice President Marketing and President-elect of WPO (World Packaging Organisation), Luciana Pellegrino, represented the Organisation in two important events in Europe. SP

The focus at the end of January at the trade fair ProSweets Cologne will be on the reformulation of confectionery and snacks. SG SP

Amr Arafa (45) has been appointed Chief Digital Officer of the Barry Callebaut Group, effective January 15, 2024. SG SP

16th edition of ISM Middle East concluded with size record. The new conference format was successfully received. SP

Lithuanian insect producer Divaks has selected the Swiss technology group Bühler to build its first commercial-scale yellow mealworm plant. SP

GNT will open up an interactive “color lab” for its plant-based Exberry® concentrates SP

In the year 2024, ISM, the leading global trade fair for sweets and snacks, is more international and diversified than ever before. With 1,350 exhibitors from 70 countries and 35 pavilions from Europe, Asia, North and South America, the trade fair is presenting a wide spectrum of products and innovations. SG SP

The Barry Callebaut Group saw a slight sales volume decline of 1.1% to 2.281 m tonnes in fiscal year 2022/23 (ended August 31, 2023). SG SP

On 27 November, high profile personalities from the food industry and beyond will take to the stage when Informa hosts the Future of Nutrition Summit. SP