Archives for November 3, 2004

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Chr Hansen adds natural blue to the portfolio

Danish colours firm Chr Hansen has launched its first natural blue food colour onto the market, targeted at food makers looking for alternatives to the synthetic blues currently used in their food designs, reports Lindsey Partos.

Carr's doubles flour business

A major UK milling company is set to double the size of its flour business by acquiring two new flour mills, giving the company a good footing in new regional markets and helping it to keep up with ever increasing customer demand, writes Chris Mercer.

Avery Dennison develops thermal labelstock

Avery Dennison Roll Materials Europe has launched a direct thermal self-adhesive paper labelstock that it claims offers the same characteristics as more robust thermal transfer labelstocks.

Trans fats may cause brain damage

Foods high in trans fats may be damaging consumers' brains more than other high fat foods, leading to memory loss in old age and problems performing simple jobs, according to new animal research. Chris Mercer reports.

Russian brewers focus on premium brands

Russian brewers, facing the impact of a recent ban on advertising their products, are hoping to keep consumer awareness high through new product launches, including premium beers, reports Angela Drujinina.