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A drink from Japan Tobacco Inc called 'Unagi Nobori' (or 'Surging Eel') hit Japanese stores at the end of July just ahead of the country's annual eel-eating season.

PepsiCo has partnered with Whole Earth Sweetener Company to launch its new SoBe Life beverage sweetened with PureVia.

Embodi, a new functional beverage in the US, is claimed to provide all the antioxidants and health benefits of red wine – without the side-effects of alcohol.

Maritime’s six Herb & Spice Blends are set to launch as Tesco own-label products in selected UK Tesco stores in August 2008.

Severn Trent Services has introduced a mini on-site sodium hypochlorite generating system for the food and drinks industry.

Activate, a new functional beverage being rolled out in Los Angeles, keeps the secret of success under its hat.

Natra introduces Vital'Crusty, the first range of healthy chocolate bars for the private label market.

Cargill claims to have developed a new flavour technology that delivers a consistent, fresh taste experience to consumers, and is safer for manufacturers than liquid alternatives.

Calypso is appealing to the growing appetite for locally sourced goods and low carbon ‘foodprints’ with the launch of Peckforton Hills Cheshire Spring Water and Diferyn Natural Welsh Water.

PFM Packaging Machinery has launched a new piece of equipment, the BG2800 Zip, a high-speed multi-die flowrapper for producing zip packs.

Master-Bilt, manufacturer of a full line of premier commercial refrigeration systems for over 65 years, has unveiled its new ATMC series Air-Thru Milk Coolers.

Steve Demos is launching GoodBelly – a nutritious fruit drink featuring powerful probiotics and antioxidant-rich fruit.