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TraceGains a solutions and development company, has acquired NutriCalc, a company known for its highly accurate nutritional calculation software.

Aniai, a provider of robotic kitchen solutions, has successfully secured $12 million in a pre-Series A funding round.

Kirin Brewery Company has committed to exclusively use renewable energy for purchased electric power across all company plants and offices from January.

Heineken partners with Siemens for its global Net Zero Production roadmap, to reach net zero in Scopes one and two across all production sites by 2030.

GEA has introduced X Control, a new control system for centrifuges claimed to “elevate integration, connectivity, data processing and security to a new level”.

Diageo has announced it will provide seed funding to support the expansion of Glass Futures initiatives in North America and India.

Edwards Vacuum has unveiled a mono-claw vacuum pump designed with to enhance performance, minimise noise levels, improve reliability and facilitate on-site maintenance.

Unilever has partnered with accessibility app specialist Be My Eyes, adding new tools to their products to aid consumers who are blind or have low vision. 

Ever.Ag has announced the introduction of Cheese Yield Optimization, a new solution using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to optimise efficiency, reduce waste and increase profitability for cheese manufacturers.

Tetra Pak has announced a collaboration with Swedish solar thermal company Absolicon to offer a standardised solution for industrial equipment powered by renewable thermal energy.

Robotic food service solutions Blendid has expanded its 2024 menu designed to meet diverse beverage preferences and nutritional needs.

GEA has begun operations at its new facility in Wisconsin, US, spanning 86,000-square-feet and dedicated to fabrication, repair, logistics and training.