HEINEKEN Ireland is the first drinks company in Ireland to achieve the Business Working Responsibly mark from Business in the Community in recognition of its responsible and sustainable business practices.
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EU starch producers are proud to renew their firm commitment to continuously improve safety practices and to achieve a safer working environment, through their contribution to the 4th exercise of
The latest grocery market share figures from Kantar Worldpanel, for the 12 weeks to 4 November 2018, show shoppers have made an additional 14 million trips to Aldi and Lidl
Marine Harvest, the world’s leading seafood company, has launched a global brand called MOWI, and is changing the company name to Mowi. The company now know as Marine Harvest was
The UK Division of ABP, one of Europe’s leading privately owned agribusiness companies, has been named Company of the Year at the 2018 Food Manufacture Excellence Awards, which has taken place
Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), the Leibniz-Institute for Food Systems Biology, and the University of Hohenheim have developed a new methodical approach. It allows for the faster
Agrial, the French farming and food co-operative, is continuing its quest to create value for its dairy farmer members by acquiring German company Rotkappchen Peter Julich Group, a specialist in
The European Commission has adopted the 2019 promotion policy work programme, with €191.6million to be made available for programmes selected for EU co-financing – an increase of €12.5 million compared with
Müller Corner, one of Britain’s best loved yogurt ranges, is set to reduce sugar by up to 9% and gain a creamier texture, thanks to the discovery of a new
Mintel, the world’s leading market intelligence agency, has launched Mintel Purchase Intelligence, the newest innovation in product comparison technology, providing rapid, reliable consumer opinion on every reported new food and drink
Targeting increasingly adventurous consumers, set on new discoveries and experiences, will be key to developments in the food and beverage industry in 2019. The connected world has led consumers of
Alltech Beverage Division Ireland (ABDI) has made an announcement about the planned opening of a new brewery at the historic site of the old MacArdle Moore Brewery in Dundalk. The
A new report from the UK’s leading sustainability experts WRAP shows for the first time the scale of milk wastes across the food chain, from processing to our homes, and
Leading British food manufacturer Samworth Brothers is launching a ground-breaking range of ready meals to appeal to everyday athletes, with brand identity and packaging by design consultancy Brandon. Responding to an
Premier Foods has reported a 1.3% increase in group revenue to £358.0 million and a 6.2% rise in trading profit to £51.0 million for the 26 weeks ended 29 September
Rooney Anand, chief executive of UK brewer and pub group Greene King, intends to step down from the role at the end of the current financial year ending 30th April
Just in time for the BrauBeviale, GEA is completing the development of the GEA Craft Propagator, a yeast propagation system specially designed for small and medium-sized craft breweries. With production
When sourcing pallets for handling spirits and other alcoholic beverages, safety in the supply chain is a primary consideration. The alcoholic drinks industry invests in customised pallet solutions – pallets
Dairy Crest Group has reported a 2% rise in revenue to £224.9 million and a 13% increase in adjusted profit before tax to £22.7 million for the first six months
Diageo has agreed the sale of nineteen brands to Sazerac, the US-based alcoholic beverages company, for an aggregate consideration of $550 million. The net proceeds of approximately £340 million, after
In July of this year, GEA received the order for Dairygold’s next milk powder plant in Ireland at Mallow, County Cork. The scope includes one new spray drier (GEA’s Multi-Stage
Leading drinks design agency Denomination has designed a new product, Strongbow Blossom Rosé Sparkling Apple Cider, for Carlton & United Breweries (CUB, part of the AB InBev family), aiming to bring growth
Parmalat, the Italian dairy group, is acquiring Kraft Heinz Canada’s division that produces and markets Kraft’s natural cheese products, mainly
The international bakery group Lantmännen Unibake has signed an agreement to acquire the Australian pastry manufacturer Bakery du Jour. The
Ten leading global online grocery markets are predicted to experience combined growth of $227 billion, at an annual rate of
Agr International recently announced the introduction of the Combined Coating Measurement System (CCMS) for measuring metallic coatings on both the
PepsiCo intends to acquire premium crisps brand Pipers, subject to approval from the UK Competition and Markets Authority. PepsiCo plans
Danish Crown and Alibaba’s Win-Chain have signed an agreement on weekly deliveries of 250 tonnes of Danish pork from Danish
High consumer demand for organic products and foods with natural ingredients is reflected in the wide range of offerings from
JUST Water, the innovative global water brand from the United States, has received the ‘Best Packaging Solution’ award at the
Bakkavor Group, the leading provider of fresh prepared food in the UK, has formally opened two new factories in the
Bord Bia (Irish Food Board) has released the findings of its 2018 Irish Foodservice Market Insights Report which shows that Ireland’s foodservice
Latest research from Mintel reveals a surge in vegan claims in the UK meat-free foods market. According to Mintel research,
Premium frozen ready-meals brand, Gourmade, has recently worked with leading carton manufacturer, Qualvis, to produce a range of vibrant packs
Associated British Foods has reported a 1% increase in group revenue to £15.6 billion for year ended 15 September 2018.
Heineken has signed definitive agreements with China Resources Enterprise (CRE) and China Resources Beer (CR Beer) to create a long-term
BrauBeviale will once again welcome professionals from the international beverage community to the exhibition halls in Nuremberg from 13th to
Regardless of what beverage type you produce, a reliable operation is paramount to the success of your application. Unplanned downtime
From November 13 to 15, Schubert will be present at the stand of KHS at the BrauBeviale. Together, the companies
This year we present ourselves under the new brand as your specialist for filtration in beverage production. After the merger
Petainer is the global leader in one-way PET kegs serving markets around the world, including Europe, Russia, North and South
Constellation Brands, a leading international producer and marketer of beer, wine and spirits with operations in the US, Mexico, New
The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of AniCura, a veterinary clinic chain, by Mars,
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Tray sealing specialist Proseal has refurbished and expanded its popular Test Kitchen facility, providing an enhanced service to help food
Arla Foods has announced further changes to a number of its corporate group functions as part of its ongoing transformation
Mondelēz International has inaugurated its newest global Technical Centre in India located in Thane, Maharashtra. The India Technical Centre has
Across the ten highest consuming nations for both sugar confectionery and gum, consumption is increasing, with CAGRs ranging from 0.5
From Mozzarella and Parmesan to Emmental, Cheddar and Feta, grated, sliced and cubed cheese is increasingly packaged in more compact, convenience
2 Sisters Food Group has announcing another major step in transforming its business with a disposal which will allow it
PepsiCo has acquired Health Warrior, a US-based company that makes plant-based products including nutrition bars and on-trend offerings. The transaction
Petrow Food Group has installed brand new cutting-edge technology to help expand its range to include nut butters. The new line
Harrogate Water has joined the elite of the most ambitious and environmentally committed companies across the world. The awarding of the
Mondelēz International has announced that it will launch a forward-thinking innovation hub called SnackFutures to capitalize on changing consumer trends and emerging