Category Archives: Food & Beverage

Food & Beverage Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Lantmännen’s €100 Million Protein Plant to Feature Alfa Laval Technology in Sweden’s Groundbreaking Food Production Initiative

(IN BRIEF) Lantmännen is investing €100 million in a groundbreaking food production facility in Lidköping, Sweden, aimed at tackling the global protein gap. Set to begin operations in 2027, the plant will process 35,000 tonnes of yellow peas and 5,000 … Read the full press release

Tetra Pak’s Paper-Based Barrier Innovation Wins Prestigious Resource Efficiency Award

(IN BRIEF) Tetra Pak has won the ‘Resource Efficiency’ Award at the Sustainable Packaging News Awards 2024 for its innovative paper-based barrier material, developed in collaboration with Lactogal. This world-first solution replaces the aluminium layer in aseptic cartons, reducing the … Read the full press release

Symrise Introduces Symvision AI™ to Revolutionize Food and Beverage Innovation with AI-Driven Trend Predictions

(IN BRIEF) Symrise has launched Symvision AI™, an advanced trend prediction tool powered by artificial intelligence, to help food and beverage manufacturers anticipate consumer preferences and develop successful products. By analyzing diverse data sources, including social media signals, market data, … Read the full press release

SGS Partners with ENSESO4Food to Revolutionize Food Traceability with Advanced Digital Platform

(IN BRIEF) SGS has partnered with ENSESO4Food to integrate the Trakkey4Food platform into SGS’s compliance services for the US FDA’s FSMA 204 traceability rule. This collaboration aims to improve food traceability, safety, and transparency across the supply chain. Trakkey4Food offers … Read the full press release

Tetra Pak and Yellow Dreams Invest €3 Million in New Recycling Plant to Boost Beverage Carton Recycling Capacity

(IN BRIEF) Tetra Pak and Yellow Dreams have invested €3 million to establish a new recycling plant in Ittervoort, Netherlands, set to begin operations in the second half of 2025. The plant will process the polyAl component from used beverage … Read the full press release

TUM Researchers Unveil Breakthrough Filter Technology to Combat PFAS Contamination in Drinking Water

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed a groundbreaking filtration method to remove harmful PFAS (“forever chemicals”) from drinking water. Using advanced metal-organic framework (MOF) compounds made of zirconium carboxylate, the filters are more effective … Read the full press release

Co-op’s “Occasion Equation” Cracks the Code for the Ultimate Christmas Party

(IN BRIEF) Co-op has introduced “The Occasion Equation,” a data-driven formula developed with social psychologist Dr. Harriet Baird, to help Brits host stress-free Christmas parties. Based on a survey of 2,000 UK adults, the research highlights that 37% prefer pre-made … Read the full press release

GEA’s Cutting-Edge Technology Powers POSCO Group’s Ambitions with New Lithium Hydroxide Plant in Argentina

(IN BRIEF) GEA’s advanced evaporation and crystallization technology is central to POSCO Group’s new $1 billion lithium hydroxide (LHM) plant in Güemes, Argentina, which was inaugurated in October 2024. The plant, capable of producing 25,000 tons of lithium hydroxide annually—enough … Read the full press release

Morrisons Launches ‘Tractor Tuesdays’ to Support Farmers with 25% Discount at Cafés Nationwide

(IN BRIEF) Starting December 3, 2024, Morrisons will offer a 25% discount every Tuesday at all its Cafés for farmers, aiming to foster community and support within the farming industry. The initiative, called ‘Tractor Tuesdays,’ encourages farmers to gather, share … Read the full press release

Valio Partners with Denps to Develop Premium Protein Supplement for Korea’s Health-Conscious Market

(IN BRIEF) Valio has partnered with Denps to create Denmark Protein Story, a premium protein supplement for Korea’s health-conscious market, featuring Valio’s lactose-free ingredient, Valio Eila® MPC 65. This high-protein milk concentrate makes up 40% of the product, offering both … Read the full press release

Research Project to Enhance Oats and Faba Beans for Plant-Based Food Innovations

(IN BRIEF) The Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke) and food industry partners have launched the FABulOATS project to enhance oats and faba beans for plant-based food production using advanced genomic breeding technologies. The initiative aims to develop tailored crop varieties … Read the full press release

Valio Eila® Powder Solutions Redefine Soft Ice Mixes with Innovation and Premium Quality

(IN BRIEF) Valio’s Eila® powder solutions offer a premium, lactose-free base for soft ice mix manufacturers, combining advanced dairy science with production efficiency. Designed to enhance taste, texture, and sustainability, the powders come in two options: Eila® Pro, for balanced … Read the full press release

Barry Callebaut Integrates Upcycled Cacaofruit Products into Its Portfolio, Pioneering Sustainable Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Barry Callebaut has integrated upcycled cacaofruit products into its portfolio, advancing its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and unique flavor experiences. Originally developed by start-up Cabosse Naturals in 2019, these ingredients utilize the entire cacaofruit, offering zesty, fruity flavors … Read the full press release

Symrise Aims for Full Ownership of Probi to Strengthen Leadership in Health Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Symrise, a global leader in health and nutrition solutions, has made a public cash offer to acquire the remaining shares of Probi AB, a biotics solutions company listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Already holding a 69.7% stake in Probi, … Read the full press release

Morrisons Completes Acquisition of 36 Stores in the Channel Islands, Plans £7 Million Rebranding Investment

(IN BRIEF) Morrisons has completed the acquisition of 36 convenience stores in Jersey, Guernsey, and Alderney from SandpiperCI. The company will rebrand most of the stores to the Morrisons format, investing over £7 million in the conversion and store improvements. … Read the full press release

Siemens Launches Advanced Eco-Friendly e-Starter with Ultra-Fast Short-Circuit Protection and Seamless Automation Integration

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Smart Infrastructure has unveiled its fully electronic SIMATIC ET 200SP e-Starter, offering advanced, ultra-fast short-circuit protection that outpaces traditional technology by 1,000 times. Designed for high-efficiency motors in sectors like food and beverage and manufacturing, the e-Starter’s … Read the full press release

FrieslandCampina Launches Pilot to Curb Methane Emissions with Innovative Manure Additive in Dutch and German Dairy Farms

(IN BRIEF) FrieslandCampina, in partnership with Agrifirm, Agravis, and Alzchem, has initiated a pilot program using the manure additive Eminex to reduce methane emissions during manure storage. Ten dairy farmers in the Netherlands and Germany are testing Eminex to explore … Read the full press release

FrieslandCampina Climbs to Second in Global Nutrition Index, Advancing Access to Affordable, Nutritious Dairy Worldwide

(IN BRIEF) FrieslandCampina has risen to the second position on the Access to Nutrition Initiative (ATNi) Global Index, reflecting its dedication to combating malnutrition and improving access to nutritious, affordable dairy products worldwide. The company is recognized for its transparent … Read the full press release

EIB Backs Oceanloop’s Sustainable Aquaculture Expansion with €35 Million Investment in Land-Based Shrimp Farming

(IN BRIEF) The EIB has provided Oceanloop with a €35 million loan to support the expansion of its sustainable shrimp farming technology, allowing the company to grow operations in Germany and establish a large-scale farm in Gran Canaria. This investment … Read the full press release

Valio’s Innovative Research Links Dairy Ingredients to Healthy Aging Using C. elegans Model

(IN BRIEF) Valio is pioneering research to enhance understanding of how dairy components like the milk fat globule membrane (MFGM) and hydrolyzed protein can promote healthy aging. Utilizing the C. elegans roundworm as a model organism, Valio’s study reveals that … Read the full press release