UCIMU machine tool orders rise in Q4 2024 driven by domestic demand amid foreign decline

Riccardo Rosa, president of UCIMU: “This is a positive figure, but there are still great difficulties. As soon as we have the decrees that will make effective the simplifications defined for 5.0, we are certain that domestic demand will really regain momentum”.

30 years of Open House Pfronten and a century of innovation

More than 100 years ago, five precision mechanics laid the foundation stone for today's DMG MORI Pfronten GmbH. At that time, the company produced scribing tools, planimeters and so-called “pantographs”.

Process optimisations and work simplifications with EDM dressing

Precision tool manufacturers face growing challenges, including small batch sizes, rapidly changing tool geometries, and tight grinding tolerances.

Plant-based straws produced with biopolymer

TOUS les JOURS begins US introduction of plant-based straws produced with PHACT™ PHA, a low carbon, biopolymer from CJ Biomaterials

Berry brings its circular design expertise to the homecare sector

Berry Global introduces a wide selection of packaging solutions under its B Circular Range made with post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic

Orion S.A. enters into supply agreement for tire pyrolysis oil

The agreement with Contec S.A. will provide Orion tire pyrolysis oil to produce circular carbon black for tire and rubber goods customers.

Coca-Cola installs InnoPET Blomax at its Knetzgau plant

With the latest-generation KHS stretch blow molding technology, the Coca-Cola is taking the amount of energy saved in its PET bottle manufacturing operations up to the next level.

Döhler to showcase ingredient solutions and innovations at ProSweets Cologne 2025

At ProSweets Cologne 2025 (February 2-5), Döhler will address key challenges in the bakery, confectionery and snack industries. Döhler will be at Koelnmesse in Hall 10.1, Stand H80, where the company’s latest innovations in cocoa replacement, sugar reduction and better nutrition will be featured, alongside concepts for Multi-Sensory Experiences and Nutritional Excellence.

BASF launches VitaGuard® A encapsulation technology for retinol

BASF’s Personal Care business is launching a new ingredient, VitaGuard®A to capture the continuous market demand for retinol, while reinforcing its position as a Hero ingredient in cosmetics.

Brenntag Specialties unveils pharmaceutical and nutraceutical innovations at Vitafoods India

- Innovative solutions for holistic health and wellness – Brenntag empowers consumers with cutting-edge approaches to well-being. - Discover Brenntag’s pharma formulations and nutrition concepts, from liposomal vitamin C and licorice throat spray to immunity-boosting mango drinks and gelatin-free gummy candies.

Wellness or the wallet? What consumers are saying when it comes to preventive health

In his article, Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO, Asia Pacific answers this probing question: If you were given three to four additional hours in a week, would this time be given to health or wealth?

New insights highlight the future of food innovation at Kerry event

Healthy ageing and longevity, women’s health, accessible nutrition, and sodium reduction were the highlights of a panel discussion at the first Kerry Health and Nutrition Institute (KHNI) event in Singapore.