Archives for March 22, 2010

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Australian bread and cereal producers in salt reduction pledge

By Jane Byrne

Salt-reduction targets have now been set for most leading Australian-manufactured brands of ready-to-eat cereals, bread and other baked goods in a bid to improve the diet and health of consumers, according to an industry, retailer and government partnership.

KP Chemical takeover of Artenius UK approved

The European Commission has given its approval for the acquisition of PET resin producer Artenius UK Ltd by KP Chemical, a subsidiary of South Korean conglomerate Lotte Group.

New LDPE resin boosts flexible packaging performance

By Staff Reporter

Lightweighting, improved strength and cost savings are all benefits for flexible packaging produced with a new LDPE resin, said LyondellBasell as it launched the product in North America.