Archives for October 20, 2003

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Heineken in sync

In a bid to improve the efficiency of its production network, Heineken UK is planning to implement some state-of-the-art product management software. This includes the integration of a data synchronisation network from Transora and SRC System...

Schneider Electric static

Third quarter results released today by Schneider Electric suggest that the market for plant operations technology, especially in Europe, is going through a continued period of stagnation. Although the company is confident of a gradual recovery, a...

Controlling Listeria

More evidence revealing the efficacy of HACCP systems in the battle for food safety comes from figures released this week by the US department of agriculture that show a 25 per cent dive in Listeria samples in the past year, and a massive 70 per cent...

Wallace and Gromit go Crackers!

Jacob's Crackers has signed a £4 million (€5.7m) marketing agreement with the creators of television and film characters Wallace and Gromit, making them the new face for the snacks producer.

US challenges EU over GM labelling

In the US the National Food Processors Association (NFPA) has criticised new requirements enforced by the European Union's Council of Ministers on the labelling and traceability of foods and feeds containing genetically modified ingredients.