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Industrial automation firm Sojo Industries has raised $40 million in financing from S2G Investments to expand its modular robotic packaging systems and track-and-trace software.

Last month, Campden BRI invited FoodBev’s deputy editor, Melissa Bradshaw, for a tour of its dedicated wine laboratory and testing centre in Guildford, UK.

Anko Food Machine Company has unveiled what it claims is the ‘world’s first’ automated machine for forming authentic Punjabi samosas.

Coca-Cola Consolidated has announced a $90m investment into a new, 400-square-foot distribution and warehouse facility in Columbus, Ohio, US.

Food giant Kraft Heinz has confirmed it plans to invest $3bn into modernising its 30 manufacturing sites across the US.

A recent report from the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has revealed a significant contraction in investment among food and drink manufacturers, with 41% of businesses scaling back their growth expenditures.

Packaging specalist Ranpak has added three new automated solutions to its portfolio, aiming to drive improved productivity.

CCEP, the largest independent bottler of Coca-Cola, has unveiled plans for a £42.3m investment in its manufacturing facility in Wakefield.

Tate & Lyle has launched the Automated Laboratory for Ingredient Experimentation at its innovation centre in Singapore.