Category Archives: Food & Beverage

Food & Beverage Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

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

IKEA Brings Iconic Swedish Meatballs to the High Street with New Hammersmith Restaurant

(IN BRIEF) IKEA has opened its first UK high street restaurant in Hammersmith, allowing customers to enjoy popular Swedish dishes, including its famous meatballs, outside of a traditional IKEA store. Located beside the newly updated Hammersmith City Store, the restaurant … Read the full press release

Sainsbury’s Christmas Ad Brings the BFG to Life in a Festive Feast for All

(IN BRIEF) Sainsbury’s has launched a festive Christmas advert featuring the beloved Big Friendly Giant (BFG) alongside a real-life colleague named Sophie. The heartwarming ad follows the BFG and Sophie as they explore Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference and holiday ranges, … Read the full press release

Schmalz Unveils Hygienic mGrip Finger Gripper for Delicate and Safe Food Handling Automation

(IN BRIEF) Schmalz has launched the mGrip finger gripper, a hygienically designed pneumatic gripper tailored for sensitive food handling. Ideal for products like produce and baked goods, the mGrip’s gentle grip and closed, easy-to-clean design meet stringent hygiene standards, allowing … Read the full press release

GEA Unveils RAY® Plus Freeze Dryers to Revolutionize Energy Efficiency and Hygiene in Food Processing

(IN BRIEF) GEA has launched its next-generation RAY® Plus series of batch freeze dryers, engineered to enhance energy efficiency, hygiene, and flexibility in food processing applications. Featuring modular cabinet designs, optimized vapor flow, and advanced pressure control, the RAY® Plus … Read the full press release

Sainsbury’s and Comic Relief Team Up to Provide Over 5 Million Meals to Families in Need This Winter

(IN BRIEF) Sainsbury’s has partnered with Comic Relief to provide over five million meals to families facing food poverty this winter. Throughout December, proceeds from the sale of Sainsbury’s and Free From mince pies will be donated to Comic Relief, … Read the full press release

EFSA Confirms Safety of Silicon Dioxide in Food, Supporting Evonik’s Silica Products for Sustainable Use

(IN BRIEF) The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has confirmed the safety of silicon dioxide (E 551) as a food additive, including its use in infant food, after a recent scientific review. Evonik, a major producer of silica, welcomed this … Read the full press release

Barry Callebaut Highlights Commitment to Cocoa Farmers and Sustainability During Cocoa Horizons Week

(IN BRIEF) Barry Callebaut is celebrating Cocoa Horizons Week to showcase its commitment to sustainable cocoa sourcing and improving the livelihoods of cocoa farmers through its Cocoa Horizons Foundation. Founded in 2015, the foundation focuses on addressing challenges in cocoa … Read the full press release

FrieslandCampina Secures Strong Investor Demand with €300 Million Hybrid Bond Issuance

(IN BRIEF) Royal FrieslandCampina N.V. has issued a €300 million hybrid bond to proactively refinance an existing bond set to reset in December 2025. The bond was well received by institutional investors, with orders exceeding €1.2 billion. The bond carries … Read the full press release

Experience CMA CGM’s Innovative Solutions for Perishable Goods at Fruit Attraction 2024!

(IN BRIEF) CMA CGM is excited to announce its participation in Fruit Attraction 2024, taking place from October 8th to 10th in Madrid, Spain. This major event in the fruit and vegetable sector will attract over 103,000 visitors from more … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 Takes Center Stage at Oktoberfest with Impressive Beer and Pretzel Deliveries

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz’s eActros 600 played a key role in supplying Munich’s Oktoberfest, delivering around 82,000 liters of beer and fresh pretzels. The electric truck, operated by Lettl Transportation GmbH, transported beer for the Hofbräuhaus Brewery using a 27,500-liter tank … Read the full press release

Empowering Small-Scale Farmers: How Solidaridad is Transforming Coffee Production

(IN BRIEF) On World Coffee Day, Solidaridad highlights its ongoing commitment to supporting small-scale coffee farmers as they transform into climate advocates and community leaders. Since launching the world’s first Fairtrade coffee in Mexico in the 1980s, Solidaridad has tackled … Read the full press release

EBRD Announces 2024 AgVenture Startup Competition Winners, Highlighting Green Tech Innovations in Agrifood Sector

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced the winners of the 2024 AgVenture Startup Competition, recognizing innovative startups that are developing green technology solutions for the agriculture and food sectors. The winners—Proofminder, Green Growth, and … Read the full press release

Henkel and Panverta Revolutionize Sustainable Packaging with Enhanced Oxygen Barrier Technology

(IN BRIEF) Henkel Adhesive Technologies and Panverta CPP have collaborated to create sustainable packaging solutions for dry foods, improving oxygen barrier performance and reducing the number of packaging layers. By enhancing the oxygen barrier of metallized cast polypropylene (CPP) and … Read the full press release

Alma Media Divests Majority Stake in Kotikokki Net Oy

(IN BRIEF) Alma Media has sold its 65% stake in Kotikokki Net Oy to Rohea Oy, which already owned a minority share of the company. The sale will be finalized on October 1, 2024. Kotikokki.net is a popular Finnish recipe-sharing … Read the full press release

QC Scanner MS 2920 Relaunch Brings Advanced Automation and Efficiency to Salmon Fillet Processing

(IN BRIEF) The newly upgraded QC Scanner MS 2920 is a cutting-edge solution for the salmon processing industry, offering enhanced precision, automation, and efficiency. The scanner provides real-time quality inspection of salmon fillets, identifying defects such as dark spots and … Read the full press release

Marel Unveils FleXicut Jet: A Cutting-Edge Solution for Efficient and Precise Seafood Processing

(IN BRIEF) Marel’s FleXicut Jet is an innovative whitefish processing system designed to enhance efficiency, precision, and yield in the seafood industry. Using advanced water-jet technology, intelligent software, and X-ray detection, the FleXicut Jet automates the trimming and pinbone removal … Read the full press release

Ahold Delhaize Repurchased 250,000 Shares as Part of €1 Billion Buyback Program

(IN BRIEF) Ahold Delhaize has repurchased 250,000 common shares between September 16 and September 20, 2024, at an average price of €30.85, totaling €7.7 million. This buyback is part of a larger €1 billion program announced in November 2023. To … Read the full press release

Eviden and Selartag Launch Advanced Wine Inventory System Powered by AWS Cloud

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, a division of Atos Group, has partnered with Selartag to develop an innovative wine cellar management solution hosted on AWS hybrid cloud architecture. The system uses smart labels, RFID technology, and a mobile app to provide real-time … Read the full press release