FPE joins SAVE FOOD initiative
Flexible Packaging Europe (FPE) has become a full member of a scheme aimed at reducing food waste.
Archives for April 23, 2012
China’s Bright Food may claim first European 'beachhead' with Weetabix, but others could be lurking – analyst
Chinese company Bright Food is reportedly in talks with Lion Capital to acquire British cereal maker Weetabix and could make its first mark on Europe, according to an analyst.
Max India tight-lipped over BOPP unit sell-off speculation
Max India has refused to comment over speculation that it is looking to sell-off its bi-axially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) film division to an overseas buyer.
CSM jobs under threat as profits drop on weak demand in Europe
Ingredients supplier CSM has suffered a 23% fall in profits in its first quarter (Q1) results driven by weaker demand in artisanal bakery in Europe, which could force job losses.
Reading Bakery introduces ‘first’ continuous mixing system for crackers
US-based technology firm Reading Bakery Systems has claimed to have developed the world’s first continuous mixing technology for snack crackers.
Plastic packaging prices to increase – trade body
The UK Packaging and Film Association (PAFA) has warned suppliers ‘not to be surprised’ if plastic prices have risen due to the economic climate and a lack of recycled supply.
Bright Foods denies Weetabix buyout rumours
Rumours have been circulating in the media that China’s state-owned Bright Food will snap up British cereal maker Weetabix in an alleged 1bn deal; rumours the Chinese giant has denied.
Process analytic technology boosts product quality and yield, cuts costs - company
Emerging food quality method Process Analytic Technology (PAT) is gradually gaining traction in the food industry after being launched in the pharmaceutical sector eight years ago, Soenke Rosemann of Sartorius told FoodProductionDaily.com at Anuga...