Archives for September 16, 2003

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Tetra Pak launches aseptic gourmet sauces

Tetra Pak, the global leader in liquid food processing and packaging, has launched the first ever aseptically packaged hollandaise sauce and creme brulee, packaged in the 32-oz Tetra Brik Aseptic carton.

PET packs a punch in Czech

Sales of packaged beverages in the Czech Republic rose by more than 7 per cent last year with non-refillable PET bottles strengthening their position in most product sectors according to an industry market report.

Put through the mill

Despite significant restructuring following the acquisition of Pillsbury in 2001, US bakery and foods giant General Mills is reported to be satisfied with its overall results for the first quarter of fiscal 2004.

Solbar launches Solpro 900

Israeli soy ingredients company Solbar Industries has launched a new product called Solpro 900, a soy protein isolate that has important implications for emulsified meat and poultry products.

EFSA shifts up a gear

Much attention was given to the key issue of resourcing the growth plans of the European Food Safety Authority at its 10th Management Board meeting held yesterday.

Organics take centre stage at Anuga

The organic food industry in Germany continued to grow last year, despite a nitrofen contamination scandal. The Anuga food exhibition in Cologne next month will feature thousands of organic food products which show that there is still plenty of...

Thermo tester

DeltaTrak, a manufacturer of portable test instruments for the food industry, has launched a new Pen-Type Thermo-Hygrometer with several improvements such as a broader temperature range and improved sensor design for faster response.

Chesapeake upgrades Scottish plant

Chesapeake has completed a $16-million (€14.3m) modernisation project at its specialty paperboard packaging plant in East Kilbride, Scotland.