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Mars has teamed up with energy partner Enel as part of its sustainability programme, Renewable Acceleration, aiming to speed up the shift to clean energy across its entire value chain.

FrieslandCampina Ingredients has unveiled a new state-of-the-art application centre in Singapore, aimed at enhancing its research and development capabilities.

Berlin-based start-up Nosh.bio has unveiled its first koji-based hybrid mince in a public foodservice trial with Speisemanufaktur Adlershof, aiming to demonstrate its potential for large-scale commercial use.

UK gourmet popcorn brand Popcorn Kitchen has added a new seasonal gingerbread-flavoured product to its portfolio.

Premier Foods-owned protein-boosted food brand Fuel10K has launched into ambient desserts with a new range of rice puddings.

KPM Analytics has launched an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) business division to integrate its vision inspection and foreign material detection technologies, including AI applications, directly into food processing equipment.

Bühler has appointed Mike Häfeli as CEO of its Grains & Food business, effective from 1 January 2026.

The new line-up includes KitKat Chunky Minis and the KitKat Two Finger Mini Mix, offering a bite-sized twist on the beloved classic.

MBC Companies, a player in the frozen foods sector, has announced its acquisition of Alpha Foods, a family-owned manufacturer of frozen pizzas based in Waller, Texas.

Heinz will launch a new range of bean and pulse-based meal pouches, designed to cater to consumer demand for convenient, nutritious and flavourful meal options.

The collaboration aims to address critical challenges within the food supply chain while promoting sustainability and resilience in food systems.

The certification will cover a wide range of common packaging items, including takeaway containers, coffee cups, food wrappers, ready meal trays and drink bottles.