Tesco to change the way it works with its packaging suppliers
Tesco’s Food Academy, its robust style of negotiating, BPA and ink migration, were some of the topics addressed at the Food Packaging Forum in Zurich last week.
Archives for October 14, 2014
GEA Refrigeration Technologies restructures key account management
GEA Refrigeration Technologies, which makes industrial refrigeration systems, has changed its key account management structure this year. Paul Ryan is the key account manager for the segment.
EFSA backs non-digestible carbs for sugar reduction
EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) has delivered positive opinions for two non-digestible carbohydrate ingredients based on their ability to improve blood glucose response.
EPAL overcomes “Düsseldorfer” problems with half pallet
The European Pallet Association (EPAL) has introduced a 800 x 600 mm half pallet with three skid boards which it claims is more robust and longer lasting than the current “Düsseldorfer” one on the market.
Seabrook Crisps pumps cash into production
Seabrook Crisps has invested £32,730 in new machinery and the creation of at least four jobs as part of wider plans to boost innovation, improve production flexibility and boost sales.
Venair unveils first conformable silicone hose for the food industry
Venair, which makes industrial silicone hoses for firms including Coca-Cola, has launched Vena MF-L, which it claims is the first conformable silicone hose on the market.
United Biscuits hungry for impulse channel growth
United Biscuits will take its core savory snack lines on a UK depot tour to engage with retailers on how best to stock and display products in impulse channels.
Ebola outbreak threatens West African food security with severe inflation and labour shortages: FAO
The UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has launched an appeal for $30m (€23,72m) to support food supply resilience and recovery in the three African countries most affected by the Ebola outbreak, where long-term impacts on food security are a...
Ultimate Packaging grows digital printing options
Ultimate Packaging has installed an HP Indigo 20000 digital press to build on what it offers to current customers and expand into new markets.
Dispatches: AACCI annual meeting 2014
Gluten-free NPD knowledge needs to catch up, says Ingredion
Knowledge on gluten-free product development must improve because the bar on quality is higher than ever, says a technical specialist at Ingredion.