WECARRY from Germany is the recipient of the first iba.START UP AWARD. The public voted for their favorite new concept out of the 24 startups at the show via the iba.UNIVERSE online tool as well as on-site throughout the trade fair.
Puratos
A new AI image-recognition service is unveiled at iba, which tracks in-store patisserie and bakery shelf performances in real-time. AI specialist MarketLab, in partnership with Puratos, developed Spotimize to help with shelf management, lower waste and improve the customer’s experience. During its current startup phase, the Spotimize service will be available to a limited number of customers in selected countries.
Puratos US introduces Smoobees, soft and chewy fruit boba as an alternative to traditional fillings. Puratos US introduces Smoobees, soft and chewy fruit boba as an alternative to traditional fillings. Inspired by the molecular gastronomy technique of capturing flavors in spheres, Smoobees offer a better-for-you alternative to fruit bits, often comprised of sugars and starches coated with fruit dye.
iba and the German Bakers’ Confederation analyze current dynamics in the industry and the future of baking innovations, exploring possible…
Puratos announced its largest acquisition yet in the chocolate industry: Canadian producer Foley’s Chocolates joins the Belgium-headquartered company in a deal that significantly increases Puratos’ chocolate market share and manufacturing capabilities in North America.
Puratos announced it is switching to more sustainable packaging solutions, using 100% recycle-ready solutions. Selected packaging types will benefit from additional improvements.
As health-conscious consumers pay close attention to the nutrition factsheets and make educated purchasing choices, products with added fibers are…
As health-conscious consumers pay close attention to the nutrition factsheets and make educated purchasing choices, products with added fibers are…
Puratos UK strengthens its foothold into locally-sourced fruit fillings with the acquisition of one of the country’s major fruit growers and processors.
The two companies aim to find new functional, plant-based ingredients that can bring innovation to bakery, patisserie and chocolate products.
