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Vetropack has developed what it claims is the lightest Rhinewine bottle in Europe, alongside a reusable variant that supports the recently introduced reusable wine bottle system in Austria.

Elopak has begun sourcing low-carbon aluminium produced using renewable electricity for its European carton manufacturing operations.

The UK has become the first country in Europe to approve Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy semaglutide tablet for weight management, a move expected to increase GLP-1 medication use and continue to reshape UK consumers’ grocery spending behaviours.

Amano Enzyme showcased its ProBoost Neutra enzyme solution for pea protein processing at Bridge2Food Europe 2026, highlighting its potential to improve functionality, flavour and production efficiency in plant-based food applications.

At the Interpack 2026 trade show in Düsseldorf, Germany, FoodBev Media caught up with SMI’s sales director, Fabio Sisimbro, to chat about the company’s recent innovations in food and beverage packaging technology.

JAB BevCo, a subsidiary of investment firm JAB Holding Company, has sold its remaining 4.3% stake in Keurig Dr Pepper.

Exchange For Change has announced a new package of retailer support measures, including expanded exemption criteria and £60 million in grant funding

US-based plant cell technology company Ayana Bio has entered a strategic development partnership with Israeli fermentation specialist Brevel to advance the commercial production of plant-based bioactive ingredients.

Frood, a whole-food food brand founded by Swedish-born entrepreneur Frida Redknapp, launched earlier this month exclusively in M&S and Ocado.

Industrial technology company ABB has expanded its ACS580 drive range with new IP66 and UL Type 4X-rated variants designed for use in demanding food, beverage and agricultural environments.