Category: Processing
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Holmach has completed a major Mr Kipling processing line upgrade. The project combines retort technology, robotics, inspection, and utilities reduction.
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Schouten has acquired Bobeldijk to further expand plant-based production capacity. The deal strengthens private-label manufacturing as alternative protein moves into a more disciplined phase.
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Probe Industries has launched AiroVive for processing plant odour control. The system targets food and nutraceutical manufacturing environments.
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Prepworld is recalling prepared fruit packs after Salmonella was detected. The affected products were sold through several major UK retailers.
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Gousto is consulting on closing its Lincolnshire Clay Lake site. Production would consolidate around the company’s high-tech Warrington facility.
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Branston has expanded Tom Seagrief’s added-value potato production leadership remit. The role covers prepared retail, B2B peeling, and mash operations.
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Suntory has added blackcurrant processing capacity at a Herefordshire facility. The site supports Ribena’s UK crop and manufacturing chain.
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FPT engines will support an Algerian powdered milk production scheme. The generator sets will power irrigation for a major dairy project.
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Gelita is tackling texture in lower-sugar confectionery and protein bars. Soluform and Optibar support reformulation across gummies and bar formats.
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Ishida Europe has appointed Takayo Motegi as its managing director. The change comes as food packing lines become more connected.