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Schubert unveiled the latest generation of its automated top-loading packaging machines (TLM) last week at the Interpack 2026 trade show in Düsseldorf, Germany.

Mars has announced a major £190 million investment into its factory in Slough, UK, where it produces chocolate for its Mars, Galaxy, Snickers and Maltesers brands, among others.

Diageo has officially opened its new Littleconnell Brewery in Newbridge, Kildare.

ADM has announced a multimillion-dollar investment to expand corn receiving capacity at its processing facility in Clinton, Iowa.

Carlsberg Group has invested €12 million (approx. $14 million) in a new high-speed canning line at its brewery in Lviv, Ukraine, as part of continued expansion of its local production capabilities.

Kersia UK has launched BioDtex, an advanced detection lamp designed to help hygiene teams quickly identify contamination risks that may be missed during routine inspections.

Meatly has raised £10.4 million in Series A funding to support the construction of what it says will become Europe’s largest cultivated meat production facility.

ABF Ingredients has announced plans to purchase land in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, as part of a major expansion.

In this exclusive interview, Martin Davalos, partner and head of food-tech at McWin, shares his view on the 2026 investment landscape.

Döhler has reached an agreement to acquire the remaining shares in British flavour house Treatt for £183 million, taking full ownership of the company.

Ferrero has opened a new $75 million Nutella Peanut production line in Franklin Park, Illinois, creating 50 new jobs and marking the first new flavour extension for Nutella.

GNT has opened a new application centre in Shanghai, aiming to help manufacturers in China meet growing demand for foods made with plant-based colours.