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07/12/2023 | Ingredients
There was a brilliant atmosphere at Fi Europe 2023 in Frankfurt. (Image: Fi Europe)

Fi Europe 2023 was a great success

In a milestone year for benchmarking organised event success, Fi Europe 2023 has shown that there is more demand than ever for a dynamic platform uniting the international ingredients industry. SP
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06/12/2023
Does it really only contain what it says it does? European con-sumers are extremely sceptical according to a new study. At least for labels, migration safety can be achieved very easily and cost-effectively – with HERMA's double-layer adhesive 62DPS. (Im-age: iStock/ MTStock Studio)

Herma: Self-adhesive labelstock with an extremely low migration tenden-cy

The risk of migration with labels can be minimised easily and cost-effectively with the HERMA standard adhesive 62Dps due to its extremely low migration tendency. SP
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04/12/2023 | Trade Fair
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Anuga FoodTec 2024 shows New Technologies that merge storage and production into a unit

From 19 to 22 March 2024, intralogistics specialists at Anuga FoodTec will present innovative solutions for a fully automated supply chain in the food industry. SP
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03/12/2023 | Packaging, Trade Fair
To feed the Comfort Feeder, only the complete pallet of the blanks needs to be placed into the line. (Image: Gerhard Schubert GmbH)

Schubert will be showcasing its extensive range of packaging solutions at ProSweets Cologne 2024

From 28 to 31 January, visitors will have an opportunity to experience the machine manufacturer’s far-reaching expertise in the packaging of snacks and confectionery. SP
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29/11/2023 | Trade, Trends
Sweets Network

NIQ confectionery monitor: growth via higher price level

German retail confectionery revenues have increased by double-digits in the first ten months of 2023. SG
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28/11/2023
Barry Callebaut has researched the top chocolate trends. (Image:Barry Callebaut)

Barry Callebaut has researched the top chocolate trends

The Swiss company has analysed in detail which consumer preferences will shape the global and regional chocolate markets in 2024 and beyond. SP
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27/11/2023 | Ingredients
Michael Leonard, new CEO of MycoTechnology (Image: MycoTechnology)

MycoTechnology Strengthens Leadership Team: Michael Leonard Appointed CEO

The food technology company has appointed Michael Leonard as its new Chief Executive Officer. Simultaneously, Alan Hahn, Co-Founder and former CEO, will take on the pivotal role of Executive Chairman. SP
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25/11/2023 | Ingredients
Sweet tartlets with vegetable fat cream and berries (Image: Hydrosol)

Hydrosol: Functional and economical solutions for vegetable fat and mixed fat creams

They store better, keep longer, and offer clear cost benefits: Cooking and whipping cream based on vegetable fat and milk protein have several advantages over conventional cream. SP
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22/11/2023 | IT/Logistics
With Smartcore, customer can reach their buyers with smarter digital campaigns and achieve real results. (Image: Smartcore)

Smartcore at Fi Europe 2023: the official digital marketing provider of Fi Europe & Vitafoods Europe

Rebranded from Food & Nutrition Marketing Services, Smartcore will make its official debut in Frankfurt SP
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22/11/2023 | Ingredients
Sternchemie offers not only standard products, but also highly specialized customer solutions. (Image: Sternchemie)

Sternchemie leverages an affordable and high-quality lecithin source

Rapeseed lecithin’s strengths become apparent in times of crisis SP
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20/11/2023 | Packaging
Additional factors in terms of sustainability include lower energy consumption and the reduction of film waste that would have usually been produced during the changeover of printing machines for the next print order.  (Image: Südpack)

Resource efficiency in package printing – Südpack expands SPQ to include rotogravure printing

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
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20/11/2023 | Ingredients, Technology
Whether it is snack bars, wafers, biscuits, crackers, or any variety of baked goods, the new Food Creation Center supports customers through the entire innovation and industrialization process. (Image: Bühler AG)

Bühler boosts food innovation with new Application & Training Centers in Uzwil

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
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17/11/2023 | Ingredients, Trends
Sweets Network

Solvay's White Paper: How to meet nutrition taste challenges with natural vanillin?

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
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17/11/2023 | Packaging, Technology
The Evolution product range, previously launched in North America, has been recognised by the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) for compliance with critical guidance for PET packaging (Image: Flint Group)

Flint Group Evolution launch brings recycling-friendly coatings to the global market

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
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16/11/2023 | International
Hotel Chocolat's latest coup is The Better Way Bar — the chocolate bar where 100% of sales will go towards funding nature-positive cacao farming practices. (Image: Hotel Chocolat)

Mars to acquire British luxury company Hotel Chocolat

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
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