Archives for May 16, 2005

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Functional bread gains footing in France

French baker Paul has launched bread containing omega-3 fatty acids as functional products gather pace in France's boulangeries, despite some industry and public scepticism after years of poor product development, reports Chris Mercer.

Graham Packaging blames net losses on one-off costs

Six months after its acquisition of Owens-Illinois' plastics unit, Graham Packaging has reported a net loss of $11.5 million (€ 9.1 million) for the first quarter of this year, even though net sales increased by 138 per cent and operating income rose...

APICS helps suppliers navigate US bioterror laws

New supply chain management certification promises to equip suppliers and manufacturers with the necessary knowledge to navigate complex new custom regulations in the US, writes Anthony Fletcher.

Danish sugar giant to wind up beet operation

Functional flavours and ingredients manufacturer Danisco, one of Europe's largest sugar suppliers, is to cease the processing of sugar beet at one of its sites in Lithuania, Tom Armitage reports.