Archives for February 10, 2003

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'Added value' foods gaining in popularity

Foods with 'positive nutrition' elements such as added calcium or fibre continue to grow in popularity, according to the latest data from Mintel, but those with substances removed (sugar, fat) are becoming less popular.

Beer in plastic bottles: next generation from Interbrew

Belgian brewer Interbrew has introduced a new innovative beer packaging, Pivopack. The launch marks the first monolayer barrier enhanced PET bottle worldwide and will be making its debut on the Russian market.

New BCAM launch reduces costs

Roberts PolyPro, the US-based provider of packaging and converting solutions, has launched a Beverage Carrier Assembly Machine (BCAM) capable of forming open basket beverage carriers by combining virgin Kraft board and post-consumer recycled pressed...

Kuraray expands resins production

In response to increased demand for its EVAL resins, Kuraray Europe is to expand the production capacity of its Belgium-based plant, a move which is set to double its production output through the construction of new facilities.

KHS to unveil gantry palletiser

KHS, the German packaging and filling equipment provider, is to launch its fully automatic Innopal PBL gantry palletiser at the Anuga FoodTec expo to be held in Cologne 8-11 April.

Organic food, asking the consumer

As Europe debates the anticipated changes to the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), the European Commission suggested its commitment to organic farming with the announcement that it has launched an Internet consultation about its future.