Gelita gears-up for Paris’s prime Fi Europe ingredients event

The Gelita group is making preparations for the fast-approaching Fi Europe event, showcasing its bioactive collagen peptide solutions, which have major application for the confectionery sector, writes Neill Barston.

This year’s event calls in on Paris, between 2-4 December, at the Expo Porte de Versaille, where the business can be found at booth 40H91, alongside well over 1,000 exhibitors across the wider food and drink industry.

As the company noted, it will be presenting pioneering concepts for healthier, tastier, and more effective functional foods and beverages, including Optibar, a high protein bar offering with reduced sugar content.

With its unique performance in texture, stability, and taste, the series allows product developers to create protein and cereal bars that not only deliver nutritional benefits but also meet consumer expectations for indulgence and clean labelling.

Notably, under the umbrella theme Be Active!, Gelita will also place a focus upon its comprehensive portfolio of Bioactive Collagen Peptides, including Verisol, PeptEndure, Fortigel, Fortibone and Tendoforte, and Bodybalance, , each supporting targeted benefits from beauty-from-within and muscle strength to joint health, recovery, and longevity.

The company is also encouraging visitors to join its experts  as they reveal the latest insights into collagen innovation in two exclusive on-site presentations:

“The New Face of Collagen: From Aesthetics to Athletics” Wednesday, December 3, 12:30 PM, and “Better Treats, Better You: The Future of Snacking is Functional!” Wednesday, December 3, 3:30 PM, with the show concluding on Thursday, 4 December.

As the company concluded, whether you’ve a goal to  formulate the next best functional snack or beverage, or to explore science-based collagen innovations that enhance performance and well-being, the business has a strong range of solutions across the sector.