In October, MECATHERM will launch at iba new solutions including its new M-VT vertical oven for bakery, pastry and patisserie products, its new M-RT molder designed for crusty breads, as well as solutions that help optimize energy consumption for production lines. MECATHERM will exhibit together with its sister company, ABI LTD.
The Sultanate of Oman received the world’s first liquefied hydrogen carrier vessel, according to its builder, Kawasaki Heavy Industries. The ship called Suiso Frontier (‘suiso’ means ‘hydrogen’) arrived in Oman on August 14, the Hydrogen Council announced.
Panera announced the appointment of long-time industry executive Paul Carbone as Chief Financial Officer, effective August 15, 2023. He is a veteran in the restaurant industry and worked for nine years at Dunkin’ Brands, where he was CFO from 2012-2017.
Regal Food Products Group Plc, the food group owners behind Regal Foods and Yorkshire Baking Company, acquired Packaging ‘R’ Us for an undisclosed sum. It is the company’s first non-food and drink business.
Greek brand ALLATINI introduced the new Digestives with Whole Wheat flour, in two versions: Classic and Zero with 0% sugar. The new ALLATINI Digestive cookie range contains whole wheat for its high nutritional value. They are intended as a snack offering throughout the day.
Britannia’s new campaign uses generative AI and AR to pay tribute to India’s history on the 77th anniversary of the country’s independence. The company’s ‘1947% More History’ campaign pays homage to a generation of living freedom fighters. Britannia’s legacy in India spans over 106 years.
Holmes Bakery secured a GBP 200,000 contract Lidl Northern Ireland, to supply fifteens, caramel fingers and sweet mince slices to over 40 stores in the area. To fulfill the contract, the family bakery will hire three additional people, growing its staff to 23.
At iba, FRITSCH will showcase two bread lines in a new compact and hygienic design, the PROGRESSA and the IMPRESSA bread. An extensive range of machines will be displayed at the stand, solutions for all business sizes.
Mondelēz International partnered with supply chain leader Amcor to build an advanced recycling facility in Australia. Together they are investing in advanced recycling technology specialist, Licella, to build one of the country’s first developments of this kind.
Baker & Baker introduces a new type of doughnut, the Cadbury Crunchie doughnuts, which will first go on sale at Coop. From September, Morrisons will also stock them. The new product targets younger consumers and families.