Category Archives: Food & Beverage

Food & Beverage Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

From Kitchen to Corporation: Maya Kuvakova’s Journey to Success

(IN BRIEF) Maya Kuvakova’s entrepreneurial journey began in a small kitchen in the Kyrgyz Republic, where she crafted dumplings to support her family while on maternity leave. Today, her company, Maminy retsepty, stands as a major producer of semi-finished foods … Read the full press release

Collaborative Effort Launches Premium Snack Packaging with 50% Recycled Plastic

(IN BRIEF) Several supply chain partners have joined forces to introduce new premium snack packaging made with 50% recycled plastic. Launched for PepsiCo’s Sunbites brand in the UK and Ireland, the packaging meets stringent EU regulatory requirements for food contact. … Read the full press release

Burda Partners with Klim to Spearhead Regenerative Agriculture Movement

(IN BRIEF) Burda, a leading media and tech company, collaborates with Klim, an agritech firm, to champion regenerative farming practices aimed at combating climate change and biodiversity loss. Through financial support and expertise provided by Klim’s digital platform, Burda amplifies … Read the full press release

European Investment Fund Fuels Blue Economy with €20 Million Aquaculture Investment

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has announced a €20 million investment under the InvestEU program to support the Blue Revolution Fund, managed by Hatch Blue. This investment aims to boost early-stage aquaculture enterprises, address market deficiencies, and promote … Read the full press release

Unilever Appoints Heiko Schipper as President, Nutrition Business Group

(IN BRIEF) Unilever has announced the appointment of Heiko Schipper as President of the Nutrition Business Group, effective May 1, 2024. Heiko, currently serving as President of Bayer Consumer Health, brings extensive experience and a successful track record in the … Read the full press release

Ahold Delhaize Releases 2023 Annual Report: Demonstrates Resilience and Commitment to Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Ahold Delhaize unveils its 2023 Annual Report, highlighting its financial and non-financial performance amidst challenging circumstances. The report underscores the company’s dedication to creating value for customers and communities while advancing towards a healthier and sustainable food system. … Read the full press release

Telefónica Partners with Fini Company for Extensive Digital Transformation

(IN BRIEF) At Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024, Telefónica announced a strategic partnership with the Fini Company, Spain and Brazil’s leading candy manufacturer, aiming to revolutionize their operations through digitalization over the next three years. Dubbed ‘Fini360º Digitization,’ the project … Read the full press release

Sainsbury’s Launches Dedicated ‘Best of British’ Page to Spotlight Locally Sourced Products Online

(IN BRIEF) Sainsbury’s, the UK’s largest supermarket chain, has introduced a dedicated ‘Best of British’ page on its groceries website, showcasing over 450 100% British-sourced grocery items. This initiative aims to make it easier for customers to find and purchase … Read the full press release

EBRD Provides €6 Million Loan to KAM for Expansion and Green Initiatives in North Macedonia

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced a €6 million loan agreement with KAM, a leading food retailer in North Macedonia, aimed at supporting the company’s expansion plans and green initiatives. KAM intends to utilize … Read the full press release

Nestlé Nominates Geraldine Matchett for Board of Directors, Bids Farewell to Long-Serving Members

(IN BRIEF) Nestlé has announced its proposal of Geraldine Matchett, former Co-Chief Executive Officer and CFO of DSM-Firmenich AG, for election to its Board of Directors at the upcoming Annual General Meeting on April 18, 2024. This move comes as … Read the full press release

UK Celebrates World Pulse Day with New Varieties of URBeans

(IN BRIEF) In celebration of World Pulse Day on February 10th, Professor Eric Holub of the University of Warwick introduces new varieties of UK Registered beans (URBeans) aimed at diversifying British cuisine with locally grown ingredients. Named after iconic figures … Read the full press release

Unilever Reports Full Year 2023 Results: Focus on Sustainability and Growth Action Plan

(IN BRIEF) Unilever has announced its financial results for the full year 2023, revealing an underlying sales growth of 7.0% driven by positive volumes. Despite challenges such as adverse currency impacts and net disposals, the company achieved a turnover of … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ Unveils Award-Winning Extraction System and Innovation Center at Anuga FoodTec 2024

(IN BRIEF) International technology group ANDRITZ is set to showcase its extensive array of solutions for dewatering, drying, and automation in the food industry at Anuga FoodTec 2024 in Cologne, Germany. One of the highlights includes their groundbreaking Turbex extraction … Read the full press release

BASF and IRRI Collaborate on “OPTIMA Rice” Initiative to Reduce GHG Emissions in Rice Production”

(IN BRIEF) BASF has teamed up with the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) to launch the “OPTIMA Rice” project aimed at curbing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in rice production. The initiative supports BASF’s commitment to reducing carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) … Read the full press release

Swiss Companies Coop and Emmi Unveil Innovative PET Bottles for Dairy Packaging

(IN BRIEF) Coop and Emmi have introduced environmentally friendly PET bottles for selected dairy products, such as milk and cream, as part of their sustainability efforts. These PET bottles are the only plastic food packaging in Switzerland that can be … Read the full press release

Valio’s Restructuring Plan: Change Negotiations Impacting Key Functions and Jobs

(IN BRIEF) Valio, a Finnish dairy company, is initiating change negotiations affecting its Finnish headquarters functions and factory services. The negotiations involve around 1,170 employees and will address potential dismissals and material changes to employment terms, including job description and … Read the full press release

Ahlstrom Introduces PureLid™: Innovative Fiber-Based Lid for Sustainable Coffee Capsules

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom, a leading provider of sustainable specialty materials, has unveiled PureLid™, a revolutionary fiber-based lid for single-serve coffee capsules aimed at supporting the coffee industry’s sustainability efforts. PureLid™ offers a high-performing, home-compostable alternative to aluminum or plastic lids … Read the full press release

Georgia’s Food Alliance Flourishes with EBRD and EU Support

(IN BRIEF) Food Alliance, a Georgian frozen pastry producer, has received support from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU) through the EU4Business-EBRD Credit Line in Georgia since 2017. This assistance includes modern equipment, … Read the full press release

M&S Food Invests in Value with Price Cuts and Locks Prices on Customer Favorites

(IN BRIEF) M&S Food is making an investment in value by reducing prices on over 200 products, including 65 with an average reduction of 6%. Popular items like baked beans, instant coffee, and rice are among those receiving price cuts. … Read the full press release

Nestlé Introduces KitKat Made with Cocoa from Its Income Accelerator Program

(IN BRIEF) Nestlé has launched a new KitKat made with cocoa mass from beans grown by farmer families participating in the company’s income accelerator program. The initiative, aimed at addressing the living income gap of cocoa-farming families and reducing child … Read the full press release

Maersk Breaks Ground for State-of-the-Art Cold Store Facility in India for HyFun Foods

(IN BRIEF) A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) has initiated the construction of a cutting-edge Cold Store facility in Mehsana, Gujarat, India, exclusively designed for HyFun Foods, a company specializing in frozen processed food items. This facility will provide temperature-controlled storage … Read the full press release

Vattenfall’s Kriegers Flak Offshore Wind Farm Explores Dual Role in Green Energy and Food Production

(IN BRIEF) Danish researchers are embarking on a groundbreaking project called WIN@sea in Scandinavia’s largest offshore wind farm, Vattenfall’s Danish Kriegers Flak. This initiative, involving multiple Danish universities and companies, seeks to simultaneously produce fossil-free energy and sustainable food while … Read the full press release

CO-RO Chooses Alfa Laval’s Sustainable Juice Mixing Plant for Enhanced Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Denmark’s renowned beverage and home-freeze ice lolly producer, CO-RO, has selected Alfa Laval to provide a complete juice mixing plant for its processing facility in Frederikssund, Denmark. Sustainability plays a pivotal role in this collaboration, as food and … Read the full press release

Addressing Food Insecurity Among Workers: University of Liverpool Law School’s Research and Advocacy Efforts

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool Law School is hosting an event to advocate for addressing the recommendations of a research report aimed at improving the protection of workers facing food insecurity. The report, developed in collaboration with Feeding Liverpool, … Read the full press release

Siemens Joins HEINEKEN in Pioneering Global Net Zero Production Initiative

(IN BRIEF) HEINEKEN, the world’s leading brewer, has partnered with Siemens to advance its global Net Zero Production roadmap. The collaboration aims to achieve net-zero emissions in Scopes 1 and 2 across all production sites by 2030. Siemens will deploy … Read the full press release

BevZero Announces Strategic Partnership with TOMSA Destil to Distribute equipment for sustainability in the wine industry, as well as the development of Next-Gen Dealcoholization technology

(IN BRIEF) BevZero and TOMSA Destil have partnered to revolutionize the beverage industry. They are developing a state-of-the-art dealcoholization technology called “ClearAlc” and offering eco-friendly solutions to wineries, including emissions reduction, CO2 recovery, energy efficiency, and wastewater treatment. This collaboration … Read the full press release

WWF Report Urges Major Shift in Financing to Support Regenerative Farming in England

NatWest Survey: UK Regional Business Activity Slows in July 2023, Employment Holds Steady while Inflation Trends Vary

(IN BRIEF) A new report by WWF, sponsored by NatWest Group, calls for a fundamental shift in how food and farming are financed and supported in England to facilitate the transition towards regenerative, nature-friendly farming. The report highlights the challenges … Read the full press release

Accenture to Empower McDonald’s Workforce with AI and Digital Skills

(IN BRIEF) McDonald’s and Accenture are expanding their partnership to leverage advanced technology and generative AI solutions across McDonald’s global restaurants, aiming to improve operations, enhance customer and employee experiences, and boost efficiency. The collaboration includes accelerating automation innovations from … Read the full press release

Lagardère Travel Retail to Elevate Food and Beverage Experience at Varna and Burgas Airports from 2025

(IN BRIEF) Lagardère Travel Retail is set to enhance the food and beverage offerings at Varna and Burgas international airports from 2025 as it takes on the management of the Foodservice Master Concession. This transformation will introduce new concepts from … Read the full press release

Bentley’s ‘Bentley Bees’ Celebrate Fifth Honey Harvest with Exclusive Black Edition Label Honey

(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors, known for its luxury automobiles, is making a buzz with the fifth honey harvest from its ‘Bentley Bees’ at the Excellence Centre for Honey Production located at the Bentley headquarters in Crewe. The center, which expanded … Read the full press release

UNIDO and DHL Join Forces to Transform Agribusiness and Combat Food Waste in Africa

(IN BRIEF) The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and DHL Group have partnered to combat food waste and enhance agribusiness in Africa. They signed a Memorandum of Understanding during the 28th UN Climate Change Conference, launching the “Innovation for … Read the full press release

Valio’s Seasonal Milk Production Challenge Solved by Elvenite in Hackathon Competition

(IN BRIEF) Jamk University of Applied Sciences organized a hackathon in collaboration with Valio Ltd. to address the challenge of seasonal variation in milk production. Swedish Elvenite AB emerged as the winner of ValioHackathon 2023/11/28 by proposing a data-driven solution … Read the full press release

Barry Callebaut’s Sweet Success: One Year of Chocolate Manufacturing in Casablanca, Morocco

(IN BRIEF) Barry Callebaut, a prominent chocolate manufacturer, has celebrated the one-year anniversary of its chocolate and compound factory in Casablanca, Morocco. The factory, established in partnership with Attelli SARL, has become a hub for manufacturing excellence and innovation in … Read the full press release

BrauBeviale 2023 Marks Successful Return as Key Event for Brewing and Beverage Industry

(IN BRIEF) BrauBeviale 2023, Europe’s leading trade fair for the brewing and beverage industry, concluded with success after a four-year hiatus. The event attracted strong visitor demand from over 120 countries, representing all sectors of the beverage industry. Exhibitors focused … Read the full press release

DHL’s Hillebrand Gori to Ensure Smooth Wine Logistics for International Wine Challenge

(IN BRIEF) Hillebrand Gori, a subsidiary of DHL, has formed a strategic partnership with the International Wine Challenge (IWC) to become its logistics partner. Starting in 2024, Hillebrand Gori will handle the transportation of all consolidated wine samples for the … Read the full press release

ARCH Cold Chain Solutions Launches Groundbreaking Cold Storage Facility in Kenya to Tackle Food Waste and Ensure Safety Standards

(IN BRIEF) ARCH Cold Chain Solutions Fund has unveiled its flagship cold storage facility in Nairobi, Kenya, within the Tatu City Special Economic Zone. This state-of-the-art facility, the first of its kind in Africa, offers temperature-controlled storage and distribution for … Read the full press release

New Research Challenges Perception of Ultra-Processed Foods’ Palatability, Highlights Human Food Preferences

(IN BRIEF) A recent study led by the University of Bristol’s Nutrition and Behaviour Group has questioned the assumption that ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are inherently more appealing than less processed alternatives. The research, involving 224 adult volunteers, compared taste perceptions … Read the full press release

Study Links Higher Consumption of Ultra-Processed Foods to Elevated Risk of Upper Aerodigestive Tract Cancers

(IN BRIEF) A study led by researchers from the University of Bristol and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has found an association between increased consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and a higher risk of developing cancers of … Read the full press release

Yara International and Northern Lights Sign Historic Agreement for Cross-Border CO2 Transport and Storage

(IN BRIEF) Yara International, a global ammonia player, has entered into a significant commercial agreement with Northern Lights, a CO2 transport and storage provider, to enable the cross-border transportation and storage of CO2. This collaboration aims to reduce Yara’s annual … Read the full press release

Neste, Mitsui Chemicals, and Prime Polymer Collaborate to Create Sustainable Food Packaging for CO-OP

(IN BRIEF) Neste, Mitsui Chemicals, and Prime Polymer have joined forces to develop sustainable food packaging solutions for CO-OP, a brand under the Japanese Consumers Co-operative Union (JCCU). In the initial phase of this partnership, bio-based raw materials will replace … Read the full press release