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19/07/2024 | Packaging
The blanks fed via the Comfort Feeder can be optimised in advance to maximise the recycling of the packaging material – in order to make the most of sustainability potential.  (Image: Gerhard Schubert GmbH)

Gerhard Schubert GmbH at the Fachpack 2024 trade fair in Nürnberg

Many different approaches for more sustainable packaging solutions will be offered. SP
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18/07/2024 | Packaging
From left to right: Steven De Jonghe, General Counsel, Van Genechten Packaging; Frank Ohle, Chief Executive Officer, Van Genechten Packaging; Edgar Kolesnik, Partner, Abris Capital Partners; Bartosz Owedyk, Investment Associate, Abris Capital Partners. (Image: Van Genechten Packaging)

Van Genechten Packaging acquires Poland-based DOT2DOT SA

The company Van Genechten Packaging, Turnhout, has acquired 100% of the shares of the Polish DOT2DOT Group, which operates from two locations in Poland. SG SP
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18/07/2024 | Packaging
The Guidance (Image: FPE)

FPE publishes guidance for life cycle assessment of flexible packaging

A guidance to support the environmental assessment of flexible packaging solutions from a life cycle thinking perspective has just been provided by the European flexible packaging industry. SP
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18/07/2024 | Packaging
50 years Somic (Image: Somic)

Somic – 50 years of passion for packaging machines

Under the motto "Your success is our motivation", Somic will be celebrating its 50th anniversary together with its customers at Fachpack this year. SP
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15/07/2024 | Packaging
Copenhagen was the host city for the conference (Image: Flexpack Europe)

Flexible packaging manufacturers are optimistic for the future

After an economically challenging 2023, the industry is cautiously optimistic about the future and is forecasting moderate growth for 2024. SP
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11/07/2024 | Industry, International
Sweets Network

Barry Callebaut: stability in an unprecedented environment

The Barry Callebaut Group reported sales volume of 1.710 m tonnes, up 0.4%, during the first nine months of the fiscal year 2023/24 (ended on May 31, 2024). Sales volume was down - 0.3% in the third quarter, in the context of a challenging market environment. SG SP
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10/07/2024 | Technology
Böhnke & Luckau combines 25 year of experience in traditional machinery in combination with their innovative solutions for the confectionery industry. (Image: Böhnke & Luckau)

Böhnke & Luckau technology acquired by Orangeworks

This strategic move comes four years after Orangework's successful acquisition of Tanis Food Tec, reinforcing its commitment to driving innovation and excellence in the confectionery sector. SP
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09/07/2024 | Technology
Crusted pralines and praline-confectionery (Image: Winkler und Dünnebier Süßwarenmaschinen GmbH)

WDS: Mogul technology – an unexpected product variety

Winkler und Dünnebier Süßwarenmaschinen GmbH (WDS) supplies solutions for every conceivable jelly product, whereby the company attaches great importance to creating customised solutions. SP
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08/07/2024 | International, Particulars, Association
Can Buharali (Image: Caobisco)

Caobisco: Can Buharali elected as new President

Caobisco, the association of the chocolate, biscuits & confectionery industries of Europe, met in Vienna for its annual general council and general assembly meeting. SG SP
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03/07/2024 | Ingredients
Spray drying plant in Uelzen (Image: Uelzena Group)

The Uelzena Group presents solid results in 2023

Die Gruppe zieht eine gemischte Bilanz für das Geschäftsjahr 2023. SP
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28/06/2024 | Packaging
The Alfeld mill now produces various barrier paper products, ranging from 44g/m² to 120g/m², available in different finishes such as Natural, Silk, and Gloss of the printing side. (Image: Sappi Europe)

Sappi: Tomorrow’s flexible packaging is starting now

Sappi Europe’s innovative barrier coating machine is driving the development of next-generation functional papers SP
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27/06/2024 | Ingredients
Palsgaard is working to develop more cost-effective and sustainable alternatives to eggs for products such as sponge cakes (Image: Palsgaard A/S)

Palsgaard seeks partners in ambitious project to pioneer plant-based alternatives to egg ingredients

€5 million scheme aims to cut costs and carbon footprint SP
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26/06/2024 | International
Sweets Network

Mondelez International and Lotus Bakeries announce a strategic partnership

Mondelez International and Lotus Bakeries have announced a strategic partnership to expand and grow the Lotus Biscoff® cookie brand in India. SG
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26/06/2024 | Ingredients
Olivier Roques (Image: Beneo)

Beneo announces new chief executive, Olivier Roques

Beneo has announced the appointment of Olivier Roques as chief executive officer and member of its executive board of directors. SG SP
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