Bühler co-founds Future Food Initiative

Bühler co-founds Future Food Initiative with ETH Zürich and EPFL. The initiative aims to accelerate the development of healthy food products and more sustainable, plastic-free packaging.  

China’s tea shop market to decline?

Even as the market is expected to slow down, the tea shops category holds many opportunities even for new players, says Mintel.

Breakthrough dry adhesive technology

Akron Ascent Innovations unveils an innovative dry adhesive technology that delivers easy use, strong adhesion and damage-free clearn removal 

Olam lays out 6-year strategy

Olam further aligns its plans with current industry trends; eyes more investments in the food sector.  

Catering to a healthier 2019

For food manufacturers, ‘new year, new me’ resolutions present an opportunity, although this is not limited to the start of the year, writes Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO Asia Pacific.

Sustainable packaging for fresh produce

For the first time, Hugo Beck and mopack will present their packaging solutions at Fruit Logistica 2019.  

Barry Callebaut acquires Inforum

The Barry Callebaut Group completes its acquisition of Inforum, a B2B producer of chocolate, compound coatings and filling.  

Plastic pollution could impact mussel survival

New study foresees the effects of microplastics on the future survival of mussels, the ocean ecosystem, and the global industry.  

Gebo Cermex, Sidel operate as one

The Gebo Cermex and Sidel business units operate as one single team called Sidel.

BASF merges digitalization and IT expertise

The “Digitalization & Information Services” division aims to accelerate the digital transformation at BASF with Christoph Wegner as the new Chief Digital Officer.

Borealis supports social organizations

Borealis announces continued support for UAE social welfare organizations with funding amounting to AED 3 million  

Gripping thin items

FIPA GmbH offers grippers with replaceable HNBR soft contact pads for the gentle handling of sensitive parts.