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Alfa Laval has launched Clariot, an advanced AI-based condition monitoring solution designed specifically for hygienic process equipment, aimed at improving operational efficiency.

IFT has launched CoDeveloper, a new AI-powered research and development platform designed to streamline the product development process for food and beverage companies.

Canpack has launched of a PLN 440m (approx. $122m) expansion project at its beverage can production facility in Bydgoszcz, Poland.

Solina, a player in the global savoury food solutions market, has announced its entry into the South American market through the acquisition of New Max Industrial, a Brazilian provider of savoury solutions, flavouring systems and natural colourants.

Lactalis USA will invest more than $75 million to modernise its manufacturing facilities in Walton and Buffalo, New York, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency in the state's dairy sector.

The Hershey Company has announced plans to phase out artificial food dyes from its product line-up by the end of 2027, according to a report by Bloomberg.

The Equipment, Automation and Technology Show for Food & Beverage (EATS) will take place at the McCormick Place in Chicago, US, from 28-30 October 2025.

Del Monte Foods has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as part of a broader plan to restructure its balance sheet and pursue a sale of the business.

Sensient Flavors & Extracts has unveiled BioSymphony, a new portfolio of natural flavour compounds designed to meet the evolving demands of food and beverage manufacturers.

Bunge has completed the sale of its North America dry corn and corn masa milling business, the company announced yesterday (1 July 2025) as it continues to streamline operations ahead of its planned merger with Canadian grain handler Viterra.

Arla Foods is investing €59.4 million to expand cream cheese production at its dairy facility in Holstebro, Denmark.

Sigma Alimentos, the parent company of Spanish meat producer Campofrío, has unveiled its investment plan aimed at restoring and enhancing production capacity in Spain after the Torrente facility in Valencia was severely damaged by a hurricane in October 2024.