
GEA and RebelDot announce joint venture
GEA and RebelDot, a Romanian technology company, formed a joint venture named RebelDot Proces Industries, aiming to accelerate ‘digital transformation in the global process industry’. The new entity will be headquartered in Cluj, Romania, and will launch in January 2026.

Ditsch launches pretzel bite snack
At the Hannover Central Station, Ditsch launched a new bite-sized concept of its renowned pretzels, called Pretzel Bites. They are baked according to the original pretzel recipe.

Switzerland: Schwyter and Lichtensteiger merge
Swiss bakeries Schwyter and Lichtensteiger are merging to form a single company. The future company name and brand identity will be announced at a later time. The merger will begin in February 2026 and is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
iba 2018 will be the big event for MECATHERM. On a 750 m2 booth, the production lines architect will present three major innovations serving diversity and product quality. MECATHERM is launching a brand-new oven, unique on the market.
“Think process” – under this trade fair motto, the WP BAKERYGROUP presents a variety of innovative ideas at this year’s iba 2018.
Numerous exhibitors will present their innovations in Munich. The editors submit a couple of novelties to give trade fair visitors an insight.
MEISTER KAFFEE, the exclusive coffee roaster, will give information about current market trends to experts visiting the iba and will present various different coffee concepts including the new “OUR COFFEE” concept.
Zeppelin Plant Engineering, Rödermark, will exhibit its various innovations at the iba. Visitors will discover new products and systems for use in various fields and designed by the dough production expert.







