AB-BIOTICS and Kaneka Probiotics’ cognitive health strain gains GRAS status

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recognized KANEKA PROBIOTICS’ and AB-BIOTICS conclusion that the patented probiotic strain Lactobacillus plantarum DR7® is Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS)

Eurofragance strengthens market position with €180M in sales for 2024

The Spanish fragrance house reported strong performances in key regions and product categories, especially in the APAC region.

GNT welcomes China’s industry standard for Coloring Foods

China’s new industry standard stipulates that Coloring Foods must be made from fruits, vegetables, plants, or algae that are normally consumed as foodstuffs.

Corbion joins the Sustainable Shrimp Partnership as an associate member

Corbion reinforces its commitment to responsible aquaculture and helps advance the Sustainable Shrimp Partnership’s vision of a cleaner, more sustainable shrimp industry.

Sustainable packaging: Gentlebrand signs Zelda Smartweight Water

Gentlebrand Design Agency has signed Zelda Water, a new revolutionary project in the mineral water sector. The Zelda no label bottle is made from 100% BioPET.

Weighing on my mind: Why real nutrition matters more than the number on the scale

In her article, Ms. Goh Peen Ern, Senior Manager Nutrition Communication, Asia Pacific, BENEO-Institute, addresses the risks of certain weight loss products or trends, and healthier alternative for weight management.

Beauty supplements packaging: Bridging aesthetics, functionality, and eco-friendliness

Exploring the rapid transformation of the beauty supplements packaging market through design, technology, and sustainability

Turion Labs launches in Singapore to power Southeast Asia’s biotech breakthroughs

Backed by Korea’s S&S LAB and Indonesia’s Future Lestari, Turion Labs is building Southeast Asia’s first full-stack biotech innovation platform — with its flagship site at Sinarmas Land Biomedical Hub and expansion plans across the region.

Alfa Laval to unveil olive oil extraction system at Expoliva 2025

The Olive Oil Booster system integrates advanced thermal and separation processes—including a plate heat exchanger and centrifugal decanter

Sidel to exhibit packaging innovations at ProPak Asia 2025

Sidel is a global leader in aseptic packaging, with 47 years of expertise and over 300 systems installed worldwide, including more than 30 FDA-approved solutions.

Oterra supports food and beverage manufacturers switching to natural colors

As the US government announces the gradual elimination of petroleum-based artificial colors in food and beverages, Oterra reaffirms its support to food and beverage manufacturers switching to natural colors.

Dry claw vacuum pumps from Atlas Copco

Atlas Copco offers the DZS 600 VSD+ and DZS 1200 VSD+ dry, oil-free claw pumps, described as powerful, energy-efficient, and cost-saving.

Blaser celebrates manufacturing excellence at Productivity Trophy Vietnam: 29 Mechanical and Kinergy honored for innovation and efficiency

In March 2025, Blaser Swisslube hosted its prestigious Productivity Trophy Southeast Asia 2025 in Quang Ninh, Vietnam, celebrating outstanding achievements in manufacturing efficiency and innovation across the region. The event, held at the Sea Stars Hotel in Ha Long City, brought together industry leaders, partners, and customers to recognize exceptional contributions in optimizing machining processes using Blaser’s advanced metalworking fluids—known as the “Liquid Tool.”

Highly-Functional Material Week Osaka 2025 Positions Japan at the Centre of Global Innovation, To Unveil the Future of Materials

How AI programming is transforming automation, fabrication, and manufacturing

This article explores the profound benefits of AI in CNC machining, supported by key facts and statistics that underscore the transformative potential of this technology.

LG unveils smart manufacturing hub for next-gen FC-BGA production

LG has unveiled its Dream Factory, a state-of-the-art hub for producing FC-BGAs—high-value semiconductor substrates. Spanning 26,000 m², it features AI, robotics, and digital twin tech. Fully operational since Feb 2024, it aims to boost global competitiveness by minimizing human error, costs, and downtime through advanced automation and smart manufacturing.

Mitsubishi Electric to begin shipping samples of SiC-based power chip modules

Mitsubishi will begin shipping samples of SiC-based power semiconductor modules for room air conditioners and other home appliances.

Global semiconductor materials market revenue hits US$67.5B in 2024

Global semiconductor materials market revenue increased by 3.8% to US$67.5 billion in 2024, according to SEMI.

Silicon wafer shipments Up 2% YoY in 1Q 2025

Global silicon wafer shipments increased by 2.2% to 2,896 MSI from the 2,834 MSI recorded in the same period last year, according to SEMI.

STMicroelectronics powers faster cloud optical interconnects for datacenters and AI

New silicon photonics and next-gen BiCMOS proprietary technologies bring better performance to address the coming 800Gb/s and 1.6Tb/s optical interconnects.