FDA takes stand on bisphenol A

Based on its ongoing safety review of scientific evidence, the US Food and Drug Administration finds Bisphenol A (BPA) as safe. Likewise, the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (RCOG), whilst warning pregnant women to avoid foods in plastic packaging, has agreed that chemicals in packaging are too low to pose health risk

Aresti Wine Group has new GM

With 18 years experience in the wine industry, Matías Rivera Fresno takes on role as general manager of the Chilean winery

Wittmann Group opens a new facility

The new Wittmann Robot Systeme GmbH plant in Nuremberg/Germany was inaugurated on 13 June with 200 visitors in attendance. The visitors were able to witness the machine demonstrations and lectures.

Clariant and Wilmar to set up joint venture

Clariant International Ltd and Wilmar International Limited have received the relevant merger clearances for the establishment of a joint venture company.

Versatile coating material in expanded applications

Presentation by Heidrun Goth, Head of Global Steron Technology, BASF on Steron coating system.

Lanxess opens first plant in Russia

In Russia, Lanxess is focusing on the megatrend of mobility with its production of polymer-bound rubber additives for CIS market

Gelita joins IFT 2013

The collagen proteins specialists will be highlighting products for a wide range of foods and beverages

Sensory Evaluation courses set for August

The Philippine Society for Quality, Inc has organized Sensory Evaluation training courses designed to build up a complete capability of those involved in this discipline

Diageo acquires share in Indian spirits company

As majority shareholder of United Spirits Limited, Diageo is set to expand foothold in India

Two more infected with MERS in Saudi Arabia

WHO advised vigilance on surveillance of Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV)

World’s best bartenders compete at sea

Diageo takes it bartending competition from French Riviera to Barcelona. The annual event showcases upcoming trends and great talents in mixology

EMO 2013: Deep capacity large hole boring

The new product from Alex-Tech , the VT-70A turning center can be used to produce wind power components.