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ProMinent targets beverage and industrial users with simplified water treatment controller
German dosing and water treatment specialist ProMinent has launched a new single-channel controller aimed at simplifying water quality management.
Barry Callebaut to invest €250m in world’s largest chocolate plant in Belgium
Chocolate maker Barry Callebaut will invest €250 million over several years to upgrade and future-proof its Wieze factory in Belgium.
Arla to invest over $60m expanding Bahrain dairy plant to boost MENA supply and exports
Arla will invest more than $60 million to expand its dairy manufacturing site in Bahrain, increasing production capacity by 30% as the co-op doubles down on growth and export.
ITS announces over £10m investment in major UK natural flavour manufacturing expansion
Independent flavour house ITS has unveiled plans for a significant expansion of its UK operations with the development of one of the largest natural flavour manufacturing sites in the country.
Why OT security should be the top priority for European food manufacturers in 2026
ucas Majewski of Mitsubishi Electric Factory Automation explains why protecting legacy and modern production lines is now a critical priority for manufacturers.
Fonterra begins $45m butter plant expansion as it shifts to higher-value dairy products
The Clandeboye expansion, first announced in October 2025, will add a new butter line, increasing capacity and enabling the site to produce a range of butter formats.
FoodChain ID expands Brazil footprint with Sbcert acquisition
Food safety group FoodChain ID has acquired Brazilian certification body Sbcert, strengthening its position in livestock traceability and compliance.
Campbell’s to close Hyannis plant, consolidate Cape Cod chip production
Campbell’s will close its Hyannis plant in April 2026, moving Cape Cod and Kettle chip production to more efficient facilities.
Arla switches European operations to 100% renewable electricity via long-term power deals
Arla Foods has moved all of its European manufacturing sites onto renewable electricity, using long-term power purchase agreements to lock in supply and price.
UK flavour house JPL Flavours invests £11m in tech-enabled expansion
e site features automated manufacturing, 16 dedicated flavour labs, and a forthcoming digital innovation suite, which includes augmented and virtual reality tools.
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
Engineering taste with digital twins in food and beverage manufacturing
Alex de Vigan As food and beverage manufacturers face rising costs, tighter regulation and growing sustainability pressures, digital twins are emerging as a powerful tool for precision and performance. Alex de Vigan, CEO and founder of Nfinite, explores how real-time, data-driven simulations are transforming decision-making, resource efficiency and product quality across the industry. From energy costs to consumer demand for sustainability, few sectors operate under as much pressure and...
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