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European sustainability-focused investor Ambienta has acquired a majority stake in Italian plant-based dairy specialist The Bridge for an undisclosed sum.

Bansk Group has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in So Good So You for an undisclosed sum.

Oatly has launched a brand-new ready-to-drink Strawberry Matcha Latte innovation.

Dutch meat alternatives company Schouten Europe has launched a new plant-based fillet featuring a proprietary fibre structure.

Danish ingredient manufacturer Ferm Food has acquired a former manufacturing facility from Orkla in Skovlund, Denmark.

Aqua Theon has secured a $13 million seed funding round, including $5 million directly invested into its marine plant-based drink brand, OoMee.

Gimme Seaweed is expanding beyond handheld seaweed snacks with the launch of K-Crisps, an organic, jaban-style seaweed topping.

The new appointment comes as the foodtech firm looks to scale production of its plant-based fat system in Europe and compete directly with butter on cost.

The ingredient is positioned as a clean-tasting isolate that enables formulators to avoid flavour masking systems or processing aids