The latest news, trends, analysis, interviews and podcasts from the global food and beverage industry

Porifera has announced the commercial launch of Draftfox, a beer concentration and dispense system set to enhance how breweries manage draft beer.

In this instalment of ‘Start-up of the month’ – which celebrates the lesser-known companies and their innovations – we speak to Ilya Preston, co-founder and CEO of PAXAFE, an AI-enabled, device-agnostic risk-management platform that reduces product loss, improves operational efficiency and optimises decision making for cold chain shippers and carriers.

BrewDog, the Scottish craft beer brand, is experiencing a substantial decline in its market presence, with nearly 2,000 pubs across the UK severing ties with the brand.

Ben Beattie, director at Forbeats, explains how partnering with an experienced toll processor can offer the flexible capacity, technical know-how and end-to-end support needed to meet demand, maintain quality and stay ahead in an unpredictable landscape.

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

World Wide Farms, a US grower, packer and distributor of fresh culinary herbs and greens, has joined the ReposiTrak Traceability Network to bolster its inbound and outbound traceability capabilities.

Tony Lee, CEO and founder of SFP, explains how B2B Marketplaces are helping to revolutionise distribution and build sales.

Kliro Capital Partners and ICB have launched Fortitude Spirits Group, aiming to create a leading independent UK spirits company.

Supermarket chain Aldi plans to invest more than £550m in expanding and further improving its store and distribution network throughout the year.