Audits keep exposing the same food safety weak points worldwide. Ann-Kathrin Kuehle, Industry Insights Manager at Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection, says gaps cluster around HACCP execution, hygienic design, allergen and foreign-body controls, and food safety culture.
FDF has set SPS priorities for a new EU deal. The federation is seeking clarity on scope, transition timelines, and UK influence over future EU food-safety decisions as regulatory alignment becomes central to the talks.
ACO has launched its UK drainage assessment service for factories. The company says inspections commonly find incorrect installs and cracked floors around drainage points, creating hygiene and safety risks in food and beverage plants.
FDA has opened a post-market safety review of BHA preservative. The agency has issued a formal request for information covering current uses, exposure, and safety evidence, including applications where BHA is used as a food contact substance.
Mettler-Toledo says UK audits now demand continuous inspection evidence routinely. The company is pushing connected inspection systems, data visibility, and local service support as manufacturers face tighter retailer scrutiny and more documentation-heavy audits.
Testo Saveris will showcase digital food safety monitoring at Internorga. Its range spans handheld probes and TPM measurement through to cloud-connected data loggers and software designed to streamline HACCP records, alarm handling, and day-to-day kitchen compliance.
TraceGains adds packaging specification management with native Esko WebCenter integration. The release targets end-to-end visibility across ingredients, packaging, and artwork, with automated change control and audit-ready approvals.
Spring & Mulberry recalls Mint Leaf bars after Salmonella test. The company is voluntarily recalling lot #025255 of its Mint Leaf Date Sweetened Chocolate Bar after third-party testing flagged potential contamination; no illnesses have been reported to date.