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Sabert launches next-gen PFAS-free food packaging across Europe
Sabert Corporation Europe has launched PULPUltra, a next-generation, no-intentionally-added-PFAS food packaging solution, across Europe and the UK & Ireland.
Euricom to acquire Ebly, securing EU’s largest ready-to-heat rice facility
Euricom to acquire 100% of Ebly, including the brand and Châteaudun EU rice facility, from Mars and Axéréal Participations.
Häagen-Dazs adds six products in push for premium-led growth in US
The launches include new take-home cartons, ice cream bars and mini formats, led by a Dark Cherry Truffle tub and Cherry Dark Chocolate bars.
Mars fraud case exposes risks in commodity and export credit programmes
A former Mars risk manager has been jailed for over five years after defrauding the confectionery group of $28m via export credits and weak internal controls.
Pack'd expands organic frozen fruit range with pomegranate launch
Organic frozen food producer Pack'd has expanded its fruit portfolio with the launch of Organic Frozen Pomegranate.
Rowntree’s extends core ice lolly brands with two new fruit-forward formats
Rowntree’s is expanding its ice lolly portfolio with two new fruit-led products, as owner Froneri looks to reinforce its position in the take-home ice cream category.
Flora Food Group reformulates I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter for performance cooking
Conagra said the reformulation delivers up to 70% less saturated fat than dairy butter while also adding functional nutritional benefits.
Simply Good Foods reappoints Joe Scalzo as CEO
The Simply Good Foods Company has appointed former executive Joe Scalzo as president and chief executive officer, effective immediately.
Smithfield to buy Nathan’s Famous for $450m, securing control of key hot dog brand
Smithfield Foods will acquire US-based hot dog maker Nathan’s Famous in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $450 million.
Frank’s RedHot expands sauce portfolio as flavour-led occasions drive growth
The new products – including wing sauces, dips and squeeze formats – will roll out nationally in the coming weeks, ahead of the Super Bowl.
Tetra Pak invests €60m to scale paper-based barrier technology
Tetra Pak says will invest €60 million in a new pilot plant in Sweden to accelerate the development of paper-based barrier technology for aseptic cartons
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