A dream solution
Scanvaegt has launched a new system aimed at reducing give-away in poultry processing. The DreamBatcher is said to substantially reduce wastage by enhancing the efficiency of the packaging processing.
Archives for September 29, 2003
Germany still facing censure over one-way rule
The draconian measures introduced to reduce the use of one-way packaging in Germany could still incur the wrath of the European Commission, despite concessions by Berlin. But even if Brussels is satisfied, German retailers, drinks producers and...
Drinks 'spelt' the right way
Product innovation continues in the Scandinavian non-dairy sector with a new line of organic cereal drinks launched this month to meet the growing tide for milk substitute products. New kid on the block? Spelt drinks.
US-Russian meat relations thaw
US president George Bush and Russian president Vladimir Putin have announced a ground-breaking agreement on the import and export of meat.
CSM, Avebe agree on Glucona acquisition
As expected, Dutch ingredients group CSM is to acquire the Glucona unit of compatriot starch producer Avebe for €35 million in cash.
Ahold to publish results this week
Ahold is to publish its audited results for 2002 on Thursday - restated following the revelation of accounting fraud earlier in the year. The figures are unlikely to make encouraging reading, and shareholders and investors alike will be keen to hear...
Plenty of products to pep you up
Energy drinks are adding a touch of zest to the European soft drinks market, with Mintel's Global New Products Database revealing an array of weird and wonderful names, ingredients and marketing ploys designed to entice consumers in need of a quick boost.
Fat not fiction
Predicting the amount of fat in the human body is the focus of new research from UK scientists and engineers who are working on a prototype scanner.
Plastic packaging shows its mettle
The increasing use of plastic packaging in the beer sector - as well as the versatility of the material - is helping to drive growth of PET and other plastics in the drinks sector. But cans, glass and laminates still have important roles to play.
RSSL aims to solve pesticide problems
Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL) is to launch a new pesticide detection service for the food industry. The new service is being offered in partnership with an approved third party laboratory.