RHM boosts restructuring spend
British food manufacturer RHM has announced a steady year-end performance, even though it splashed out more than expected on a reform package for the ailing cakes division.
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New can facility in Vietnam
Asia Packaging Industries has broken ground on a US$39 million can factory in southern Vietnam, which is designed to meet rising demand for packaged beverages in the market.
Enzymes can tackle trans fats, claims Novozymes
New enzyme technology offers the possibility of obtaining necessary melting properties without producing harmful trans fats, claims Novozymes.
Nestlé outperforms in Q1
Swiss food giant Nestlé has announced a first-quarter sales rise of 14.1 per cent to CHF22.8bn (€14.5bn), beating analyst expectations and reconfirming its full-year target of a five to six per cent growth rate.
Microwaveable metal foil developed for foods
A new metal wrapping can be used for microwave cooking without sparking and damaging the machine, according to a patent filed in the US.
Milk, vitamin D linked to heavier birth weight
Women who have higher milk and vitamin D intakes during pregnancy give birth to heavier babies, says Canadian research.