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‘Nestlé for Healthier Kids’ initiative makes a global impact
On the United Nations International Day of Families (15 May), Nestlé announced its global ‘Nestlé for Healthier Kids’ initiative.
Major investment for Petrow’s processing lines
A key production upgrade has been made by the Petrow Food Group, which has confirmed an investment of £850,000 being placed into a new fruit processing line for its products.
Sandvik Process Systems joins Wallenberg group as Ipco
Sandvik Process systems, which designs a wide range of steel belts and systems used within confectionery and bakery, is now operating as Ipco, part of Wallenberg group.
Mondelēz increases sustainably sourced cocoa supplies
Volumes of sustainably sourced cocoa delivered by Mondelēz International have increased 14% over the past two years, to 35%, according to its latest studies.
GNT group unveils colouring trend for purple
Global colouring food specialists, the GNT group, has forecast one of the major product themes for this year is set to be based around the colour purple.
GNT makes its debut at the Ingredients Show
The Netherlands-based GNT group will be making its debut at the Ingredients Show in Birmingham, UK, next month, showcasing its Exberry natural food colouring range.
Corbion reports challenging trading with annual results
Ingredients company Corbion has reported challenging market conditions, with sales of € 891.7 million in 2017, decreasing 2.2% against figures for 2016.
Shelf life boost with new Thew Arnott coating series
Specialist ingredients companies Thew Arnott and Flo Chemical have introduced Flo Zein all-natural corn protein films developed to coat nuts and enhance shelf life, which have been created for the European market.
Tangerine group signs eco-friendly distribution deal
UK-based confectionery group Tangerine has signed a renewed agreement with Pooling Partners, a manufacturer of sustainable wooden pallets, to significantly enhance the company’s distribution capabilities.
Sustainable palm oil programme from IOI Loders Croklaan for supporting growers
Global palm oils business IOI Loders Croklaan has partnered with Kerry Group, Wild Asia and the Fortuna Palm Oil Mill in Sabah to implement a three-year programme to support small growers.
Nestlé posts slight growth following sale of US confectionery division
Nestlé has registered a slight year-on-year growth in profits across its businesses, with sales figures of CHF 89.8 billion (€78bn) for 2017 against CHF 89.5 (€77.7bn) the previous year.
Latest equipment range unveiled by Sandvik at Anuga
Sandvik Process Systems is set to use Anuga FoodTec 2018 to highlight the extensive range of food related applications for its carbon and stainless steel belts, including a showcase for the company’s conveyor units.
Tangerine’s Barratt brand is back in business
Tangerine Confectionery is marking the 170th anniversary of Barratt with a Spring relaunch of the retro sweets brand.
Latest packaging system confirmed by Tna
Packaging and processing solutions manufacturer Tna has confirmed it will unveil its robag 5, VFFS technology, in a world premiere at SNAXPO 2018.