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16/04/2025 | International
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Giovanni Ferrero (Image: Ferrero)

Giovanni Ferrero receives the 2025 Leonardo Award

Giovanni Ferrero, Executive Chairman of Ferrero Group, was honoured with the prestigious Premio Leonardo 2025 by the Leonardo Committee in recognition of his entrepreneurial vision, innovation approach and people-centered leadership. SG
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14/04/2025 | Ingredients
Mit der Standorterweiterung reagiert Beneo auf den Bedarf eines sich verändernden Marktes. (Bild: Dennis Möbus, Südzucker)

Beneo inaugurates new pulse-processing plant

The site in Germany processes local pulses into high-quality food and feed ingredients SP
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10/04/2025 | Industry, International
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Barry Callebaut: protecting EBIT despite declining demand due to unprecedented cocoa prices

The Barry Callebaut Group reported sales volume of 1.085 m tonnes in the first six months of fiscal year 2024/25 (ended February 28, 2025). SG SP
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09/04/2025 | Packaging
Although developed for food-related uses, PA12 Blue has technical characteristics that make it relevant for numerous industrial applications. (Image: Sculpteo)

Sculpteo launches PA12 Blue: An Innovative 3D Printing Material Compliant with Food Industry Standards

The company announces the launch of PA12 Blue food grade, an innovative plastic material designed to meet the requirements of industrial environments where hygiene, traceability, and safety are priorities. SP
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07/04/2025 | Packaging
Key factors that contributed to HERMA’s leap into the top 5 percent included, among other things, a high level of transparency in public reporting, the thorough preparation of a detailed sustainability report, and the ongoing expansion and effective implementation of sustainability measures across almost all evaluated areas. (Image: Herma)

Gold medal for Herma from EcoVadis for the first time

This means that the company is among the top 5% of the companies audited by EcoVadis in the last 12 months; previously Herma was among the top 12%. SP
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02/04/2025 | Technology
CARE provides information about machine performance in specific time frames. (Image: Gerhard Schubert GmbH)

Optimising OEE: Schubert upgrades its CARE platform for machine monitoring

Gerhard Schubert GmbH has designed and, in 2025, significantly expanded its proprietary CARE monitoring solution – short for ‘Connection for Analytics, Reporting and Efficiency’. SP
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02/04/2025 | Ingredients
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GNT advances CO2 reduction goals in latest sustainability report

GNT has passed the halfway mark in its mission to reduce carbon intensity at its Exberry® colour factories by 50% over the course of the current decade. SG SP
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31/03/2025 | Particulars, Technology
L to R: The new management board at Handtmann Processing: Harald Suchanka, Ralf Jedrysiak, Romina Müller, Stefan Rampf, Dr. Mark Betzold, Martin Staudenrausch (Image: Albert Handtmann Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG)

New Management Team at Handtmann Processing

The continuation of the strategy requires organizational structure development SP
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31/03/2025 | Ingredients
The ‘Better Snacking’ range includes the CHOC Core bar with 25% protein content. (Image: Sternlife)

Vitafoods and PLMA: SternLife focuses on enjoyable protein bars

At Vitafoods in Barcelona and PLMA in Amsterdam, the new ‘Better Snacking’ range will take center stage at SternLife. SP
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28/03/2025 | Ingredients
With this expansion, Döhler North America reaffirms its commitment to developing and delivering natural products. (Image: Döhler)

Döhler North America expands with acquisition of premier juices, strengthening market presence and customer offering

The company is expanding its presence with the strategic acquisition of Premier Juices, strengthening its offerings in natural fruit-based products and solutions. SP
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28/03/2025 | Technology
EGE tailors high-performance special sensors to particular applications – and to the customer’s budget. (Image: EGE-Elektronik)

EGE-Ektronik: customized special sensors "Made in Germany"

The company flexibly fulfils a wide range of customer requirements – from OEM designs with company logos to special materials for aggressive media and processes with high-pressure cleaning. SP
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25/03/2025 | Ingredients
Gummiotics™ is TopGum’s newest creation in its innovative line of gummy supplement solutions elevating the nutraceutical sector. (Image: Top Gum)

TopGum unveils its latest gummy creation: fruity chewable synbiotics

Gummy supplement pioneer TopGum Industries, Ltd. (TASE: TPGM), launches its latest innovation, synbiotic Gummiotics™. SP
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21/03/2025 | Consulting
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IOM Advisory advises the shareholders of GeHo Group on a majority sale to KKA Partners

GeHo Group, based in Straelen, is an internationally renowned food wholesaler specializing in confectionery and baked goods for the vending machine industry. SG
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21/03/2025 | Packaging
Packaging Valley Germany e.V. is continuing its successful trade fair appearances and will also be presenting itself at Fachpack in Nuremberg in 2025 with a large community stand (Image: : Packaging Valley)

Answers for the packaging industry: Packaging Valley and industry experts in dialogue at Fachpack 2025

Packaging Valley Germany e.V. is continuing its successful trade fair appearances and will also be presenting itself at Fachpack in Nuremberg in 2025 with a large community stand. SP
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20/03/2025 | Ingredients
Exberry: Rise of innovation in salty snacks – growing appetite for new options

Exberry: Rise of innovation in salty snacks – growing appetite for new options

Busy lives demand flexible eating habits – and snacks provide the perfect solution. SP
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