manufacturing
PPMA awards return to celebrate cream of manufacturing industry
Manufacturers from across packaging, processing and robotics sectors will be celebrated at the 2019 PPMA Group Industry Awards will be held at the National Conference Centre (NEC), Birmingham this autumn.
Business news, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Olam International sets $361 million deal for Nigeria’s Dangote Flour Mills
Global food and agri-business Olam International is set to acquire complete ownership of Dangote Flour Mills (DFM), a flour and pasta manufacturer in Nigeria, for US$ 361 million, amid growing demand for bakery and snack foods in the country.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Manufacturers’ survey shows a third of British firms expect low skilled job losses to automation
Around a third of British manufacturers expect some low skilled jobs to be lost over the next five years as a result of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies, according to a study from industry organisation Make UK.
Caotech continues expansion of global equipment solutions
For over 20 years, Caotech has been building up its confectionery and food sector machinery and supplying a range of global firms. Neill Barston visits the company’s HQ near Amsterdam to explore its operations
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Processing, Sustainability
German confectionery sector continues growth pattern
Despite ongoing challenges, there have been some encouraging signs for the German confectionery sector. Neill Barston examines the market, with additional reporting from Euromonitor International and the VDMA.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Mondi packaging supports major UN waste management project
International packaging group Mondi, which works extensively within the confectionery sector, has joined with One Young World global forum for young leaders, to drive forward the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
Key industry speakers confirmed for Choco Tec 2018 in Cologne
Leading figures in technology development and sustainability issues have been lined-up for the German Choco Tec 2018 event taking place in Cologne, Germany.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
PPMA show hailed as most successful in its 30-year history
Organisers of the UK’s PPMA trade event have hailed it as its most successful in its 30 year history, showcasing its most diverse range of manufacturing exhibitors.
EBRD offers loan to Kervan Gida confectionery for production expansion
The European Bank for reconstruction and development (EBRD) has confirmed a five-year loan of US$ 7.5 million to Turkish confectionery business Kervan Gıda to expand its production operations.
Final countdown for Gulfood manufacturing
With the countdown approaching to this year’s Gulfood manufacturing, Mark Napier, exhibitions director of the Dubai World Trade Centre and show director, examines highlights from the event
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Riding the wave of confectionery equipment digitalisation
Daisy Phillipson dives into Industry 4.0 and the technologies leading the way for the digitalisation of the confectionery sector.
Business news, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Gulfood Manufacturing confirms key event programme
Major areas of focus for this year’s Gulfood Manufacturing in Dubai have been unveiled including industry an 4.0 tech summit, a buyers’ programme, and a wide range of equipment from across the sector, including confectionery and bakery systems.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Royal Duyvis expands its cocoa and chocolate processing equipment operations
Royal Duyvis Wiener has experienced considerable growth over the past few years. Neill Barston explores its headquarters in the Netherlands to discuss some of its major milestones
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Barry Callebaut completes major $30 million investment in north American facilities
Chocolate manufacturer Barry Callebaut, has completed several expansion investments totalling $30 million in three of its North American facilities.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability