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31-Aug-2011
ISO releases accessible packaging design guide
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has issued guidelines on designing easy-to-use packaging.
Company name change needs EU hygiene approval
Food manufacturers that change their name must reapply for a new EU food hygiene legislation approval number from the end of next January, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has warned.
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JBS moves Brazilian operations to make tax savings
Brazil-based beef giant JBS has said it intends to move all its meat packing to other locations in Brazil in order to make tax savings.
New cooker cuts confectioners’ energy usage, Baker Perkins
A new confectionery cooker cuts energy costs for manufacturers by reclaiming process heat that would otherwise be wasted, according to Baker Perkins.
Huhtamaki to close New Zealand flexibles plant, transfer ops to Asia
Huhtamaki has announced it is to close a flexible packaging plant in New Zealand over concerns around its operational efficiency and competition in the national market.
Danone launches ‘green plastic’ packaging for its drinking yoghurt brand
Following the launch of Danone’s ‘green plastic’ plant-based bottle for its drinking yoghurt brand, the firm said it plans to roll out the packaging in other European countries.
New spare parts ordering platform is more efficient and user-friendly, Bosch
A new customised spare parts ordering platform for packaging manufacturers is faster and more user-friendly than its predecessor, said Bosch.
30-Aug-2011
Regulation and ‘scandals’ drive growth in Eurofins food testing ops
Structural trends towards stricter regulation and one-off food scandals were major drivers in bio-analysis company Eurofins posting strong half year results today.
Dutch HACCP to become national scheme as global focus shifts to FSSC 22000
The latest version of the Dutch HACCP scheme will not be submitted for GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) benchmarking –becoming a national rather international system, said the foundation for food...
UK eyes intelligence and fee-led food import safety overhaul
A new strategic approach based on intelligence gathering, more analysis, cutting bureaucracy and better training for regional bodies will boost the safety of imports into the UK, said the Food...
Crown invests in China to keep up with ‘rapid’ growth
Global packaging giant Crown is responding to “rapid” growth in China by building two new beverage can plants in the region.
A rising working class in India means a ready-to-eat opportunity
Socio-economic factors in India have resulted in an opportunity for ready-to-eat (RTE) meals in the country, prompting Mumbai, India-based Agro Tech Foods Ltd to venture into the segment.
29-Aug-2011
Major challenges remain in acrylamide reduction, says new review
Reducing acrylamide content of foods while safeguarding other quality and taste aspects, still remains a challenge for industry, according to a new review of the science supporting reduction techniques.
‘Choking hazard’ sports cap triggers nationwide drinks recall
UK supermarket Asda has issued a nationwide recall on a range of its own brand drinks over fears that a faulty sports cap closure could be a choking hazard.
Cargill hires panel to review ground turkey safety standards
Cargill has assembled a panel of food safety experts to review its enhanced ground turkey safety standards, established in the wake of a nationwide salmonella outbreak.
Australian food manufacturers close factories amid external pressures
Two major food manufacturers in Australia have shut down factories under external pressures including the rise of the Australian dollar, high cost of raw materials, supermarket price wars and government...
No new or unknown risks from common nanomaterials - Denmark
There are no new or unknown risks from seven of the most commonly used nanomaterials, said a report from the Danish Environmental Protection Agency (DEPA). But the body said a...
26-Aug-2011
Salmonella-tainted papayas spark US-Mexico safety crackdown
US and Mexican authorities unveiled plans to boost food safety controls after papaya imports from the Central American country have been linked to an ongoing a multi-state outbreak of Salmonella.
25-Aug-2011
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Del Monte sues FDA over cantaloupe import restrictions
Del Monte Fresh Produce, Inc. has filed a lawsuit against the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in a Maryland district court, seeking to lift FDA restrictions on cantaloupe imports, put...
Industry launches scorecard for adhesive removal from paper products
The European Recovered Paper Council (ERPC) has launched a guide that assesses the removability of adhesive applications of a printed paper product as one aspect of its recyclability.
Sealing machine cuts costs and boosts output, says Multivac
A new sealing machine can cut running costs and increase machine output for food manufacturers, according to Multivac.
China finds nitrite in edible bird's nests from Malaysia
A new food safety scandal has broken out in China over reports of contamination of edible bird's nests imported from Malaysia.
Ultra-efficient freeze drying process spawns healthy salmon snacks
A new freeze-dry method for salmon cubes that cuts processing time and energy consumption compared to current techniques, while retaining food quality, could be used on less appealing fish meat...
24-Aug-2011
Dutch dioxin-contaminated eggs exported to Belgium and Luxembourg
Dioxin contaminated eggs produced in the Netherlands have been exported to Belgium and Luxembourg, the Dutch food safety authority has told FoodProductionDaily.com.
Nestlé: green waste treatment plans given go-ahead
Nestlé’s plans to build an anaerobic digestion plant for treating waste at its Fawdon site in Newcastle, UK, have been given the green light by planners.
Microorganism fingerprinting to pinpoint food contamination in supply chain
A new method that detects unwanted microorganisms in finished products and traces them back to where they occurred in the food chain is more effective, quicker and economical than current...
Coca-Cola revives its US recycling plant
Coca-Cola and United Resource Recovery (URRC) are injecting life back into their US PET recycling plant after a six month project to overhaul operations.
Coriander oil may protect against harmful bacteria: Study
The use of coriander oil in foods could prevent bacterial spoilage and food-borne illnesses, according to new research.
23-Aug-2011
Cereplast seals seventh European distribution deal in 2011 as revenues climb
Cereplast has inked a distribution deal with MasterColour AB to supplying bioplastic resin to the Scandinavian market as demand for its material grows.
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US recall after blue chips found in meat
A US firm is recalling 1,642lb (744.8kg) of ground beef products after blue pieces of plastic where found in the product.
Pent up demand release bodes well for US packaging machinery players - PMMI
FoodProductionDaily.com caught up with Jorge Izquierdo, from trade association PMMI, to discuss what their latest forecasts for the US food and beverage sectors mean for packaging machinery manufacturers.
Paper labels lighten the load on injection moulded containers, company
A newly launched specialty paper material that can replace film labels on injection moulded packaging delivers significant lightweighting potential and other sustainability benefits, said Stora Enso.
$4bn Chinese investment is just the beginning, says Coca-Cola
Soft drinks giant Coca-Cola is investing $4bn (€2.8) in China in a bid to double revenues in the region by 2020.
22-Aug-2011
UK investment helps Linpac expand in Europe
The expansion of its UK manufacturing facility will allow Linpac Allibert to supply the whole of Europe with its stacking containers for food, industrial and engineering industries.
New Ishida Weigh-Batcher claimed to double work rates
The new Weigh-Batcher from Ishida doubles work-rates for difficult-to-handle fresh meat and poultry products and cuts costs while maintaining good product-in-tray presentation for retail outlets, claims the manufacturer.
Novel plastic recycling gives food firms fuel for thought
A pioneering scheme to turn waste plastics into diesel could save food processing companies thousands of pounds.
Constantia targets emerging markets with Turkish flexible takeover
Constantia has completed a deal to take over a Turkish flexible packaging outfit in a bid to boost growth in developing markets such as the Middle East, North Africa and...
Amcor doubles profits, serves notice of growth acceleration
Amcor said its profits almost doubled last year on rising demand for both its flexible and rigid packaging and sooner-than expected benefits from its acquisition of Alcan.
Suspected poisoned vinegar kills 11 in China, reports
Vinegar tainted with antifreeze is suspected of killing eleven people and sickening 120 in China, according to Chinese state media.
Navigating the Asia Pacific food industry? Welcome to FoodNavigator-Asia.com
The leading source of news for the food and beverage industry in Europe and North America has now expanded to Asia, drawing on the knowledge and expertise of experienced local...
19-Aug-2011
Cargill resumes ground turkey production
Cargill has resumed production of ground turkey at the Arkansas facility that was the source of a major recall after turkey from the plant had been linked to a nationwide...
Cermex appoints new managing director
Cermex has announced that Marc Ville has been appointed as the company’s new managing director.
Vion fined £100,000 over forklift death
Vion Food Scotland has been fined £100,000 following the death of a worker who was crushed by a badly loaded forklift truck.
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SPC updates definition of sustainable packaging
An updated definition of sustainable packaging has been published by a specialist industry working group.
Canada funds packaging research to quadruple fresh produce shelf life
The Canadian Government is funding research into novel packaging technology designed to extend the shelf life of fresh produce in a bid to boost access to international markets.
18-Aug-2011
Germany backs safety of caramel flavour by-product
Acaramel flavouring by-product has been deemed safe by the highly conservative German food safety agency.
Cadbury raises augmented reality bar with interactive game
Cadbury has become the latest food brand to dip a toe in the in the experimental waters of augmented reality as part of a growing trend in interactive packaging.
Compostable films pass mineral oil barrier tests with flying colours, company
Innovia Films said extensive tests have demonstrated its cellulose-based compostable films provide an effective barrier against the migration of mineral oil residues from recycled cardboard packaging into food.
Interactive packaging 'explosion' expected, says Datamonitor
An interactive packaging launch by wine brand Schmitt Sohne is just the tip of the iceberg, according to Datamonitor, with an explosion in Quick Response (QR) codes expected to appear...
Trade body trumpets commercial opportunities in Indian plastic sector
With one of the fastest growth rates in the world and per capita consumption forecast to double by 2015, the India plastic sector represents a major commercial opportunities for foreign...
Coca-Cola and Nestlé Waters on board for US recycling laws
Beverage giants Coca‐Cola and Nestlé Waters will take responsibility for collection and recycling of post‐consumer beverage packaging if the US passes new laws requiring them to do so, according to...
Study shows opportunity for listeria control in cooked meats
Foodborne listeriosis is on the rise throughout Europe, but a new report from scientists suggests improved treatment methods could help combat the problem in cooked meat providing extra assurance for...
17-Aug-2011
New front end for Fortress food industry metal detectors
Fortress Technology Europe has designed a new ‘front end’ for its Phantom metal detectors, giving users a more robust control panel along with the option of plugging a USB...
Reduced plastic milk bottle to cut costs for Dairy Crest
Dairy Crest is to reduce material costs by rolling out a new milk bottle that uses up to 21 per cent less plastic than its predecessor.
Foodborne bugs can infect plant tissues, immune to external sanitation
Disinfecting the outside of foodstuffs may be insufficient to eliminate the danger from pathogens after US scientists discovered that bugs such as E.coli and Salmonella can live inside plant tissue....
Norway to open ‘unique’ pathogen testing unit for Europe
A new Norwegian pathogen testing unit for manufacturers, R&D institutions and universities will be the first of its kind in Europe, catering for a broad range of food products and...
Amcor leads European plastic packaging pack, as sector shows rapid powers of recovery
A spate of merger and acquisitions as Europe’s leading plastic packaging players increasingly focus on core activities is evidence the sector has recovered swiftly from the crippling financial recession of...
16-Aug-2011
Cryovac aims to revolutionise whole bird packaging
Cryovac are hoping the launch of its new whole bird packaging solution will revolutionise the production and retailing of chicken, while offering a familiar experience at the consumer end.
Tulip fined for workers severed fingers
Tulip, one of the UK’s leading pork processors, has been fined £16,000 after a worker severed two fingers in an unguarded mixing machine.
Confectionery manufacturer fined after worker’s finger severed
A UK confectionery manufacturer has been fined after part of a worker’s finger was cut off by a sweet making machine.
RPC sells 'non-core' beverage closure company
RPC Group announced yesterday it had sold its German wine and spirits closure operations for €2.9m to Rauh GmbH & Co KG.
Report calls for rethink on flexible packaging waste management
Tough technological challenges and a lack of infrastructure mean that the vast majority of flexible packaging is almost impossible to recycle, said industry analysts Envicura as it called for the...
Taiwan claims DEHP problem under control
Taiwan has told countries that had placed a ban on the import of its food products that it has managed to gain control of the DEHP food contamination problem from...
Packaging Jobs: People on the Move August 2011
Here is FoodProductionDaily.com’s latest photo round up of top recent appointments in the global packaging sector. If you have any appointments you want to communicate to the industry contact rory.harrington...
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Multivac's €20,000 aid to Japanese customers
Processing operations which fell victim to the disaster in Japan are being helped out to the tune of €20,000 by packaging machinery specialist Multivac.
15-Aug-2011
‘Techno disasters’ Matter, think tank warns nanotech supporters
Industry must learn crucial communication lessons from past “techno disasters” such as GM and asbestos to ensure greater consumer acceptance of new technologies such as nanotechnology, according to scientific think...
New heat recovery system will save food firms thousands, Excalibur claims
Refrigeration specialist Excalibur has developed a patented heat recovery system that allows refrigeration systems to operate more effectively and deliver water at 55˚C.
11-Aug-2011
Retail ready packs major opportunity for packaging suppliers, say Pira
Huge growth in demand for retail-ready packs (RRP) over the next five years will provide massive opportunities for packaging suppliers, according to a report by Pira International.
'Few technologies could survive' flawed GM salmon review process, warns ex FDA panel member
A former member of the government committee charged with assessing the safety of the first genetically engineered (GE) fish for human consumption says “few, if any technologies could survive” the...
New act tightens noose for food adulterators in India
Indian consumers will now be able to take food adulterators head on thanks to a new act that came into force on August 5.
Smurfit Kappa upbeat on strong results despite Venezuela land grab plan
Smurfit Kappa Group (SKG) said a reorganization of its specialties segment would realize further efficiencies as it posted strong second quarter results. It also revealed that the Venezuelan Government had...
Bacon packing machine reduces energy use and packaging waste, claims Multivac
A new bacon packing machine can cut costs for manufacturers through reduced energy consumption and packaging waste, according to the supplier Multivac.
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Nestlé invests €219m to boost coffee presence in Vietnam
Nestlé’s Nescafé brand is to increase its footprint in Vietnam through a CHF 230m (€219m) investment which will be used to set up a new coffee factory in the region....
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FSA call for innovative research ideas
The UK Food Standards Agency has invited researchers to come up with innovative approaches to answer key food safety challenges.
10-Aug-2011
Combined weighing and metal detection machine reduces errors and space, Mettler-Toledo
Space-saving and error reduction are two benefits the new combined check weighting and metal detection machine can bring to food and beverage manufacturers, according to Mettler-Toledo.
Dairy industry source slams Arla for CO2 ‘greenwash’
A well-placed dairy industry source has attacked Arla for publishing what he describes as ‘greenwash’ in its 2011 report detailing progress on environmental targets.
EFSA backs use of lactic acid as beef decontaminant
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has backed lactic acid as a decontaminant in beef processing and said there were no safety concerns as long as its use complied with...
Breakthrough natural preservative kills foodborne bacteria - research
A new naturally-occurring preservative that could be added to food during processing has the potential to kill deadly pathogens and extend shelf life, said the US scientists behind the discovery.
Microwave kit to 'revolutionise' food manufacturing
Longer shelf-life and improved nutritional qualities and flavours are the benefits claimed for a “revolutionary” new cooking and pasteurisation process from Advanced Microwave Technologies (AMT).
09-Aug-2011
Convenience and staying-in switch drive Russian packaging trends, Euromonitor
Convenience needs and a switch to staying in are two major factors influencing food packaging trends in Russia over the past few years, according to Euromonitor.
China cracks down on food safety
In a major demonstration of its commitment to the safety and quality of food made in China, the country’s regulators have cracked down on law-breaching businesses and people in the...
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Sealed Air gets EU green light for Diversey acquisition
Sealed Air’s multi-billion dollar takeover of hygiene firm Diversey has been given the go-ahead by the European Commission.
Russia lifts final restrictions on EU fruit and veg imports
Russia today lifted import requirements for fresh fruit and vegetables from the European Union imposed in the wake of the E.coli outbreak in May that killed 46 people and sickened...
M-real paper losses hurt H1 results
Losses in its paper business, falling demand and more than €60m in costs were all major factors in M-real posting weak half year results last week.
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‘Self manufacture’ trend forces Amcor to close US packaging plant
Amcor Rigid Plastics has said it will close one of its US packaging plants at the end of this year as demand has been hit by the growing trend for...
08-Aug-2011
Multivac and Bemis announce strategic acquisitions
Multivac and Bemis have unveiled new acquisitions that form part of their respective strategies to expand in Europe and Asia.
Austrian acquisition boosts Sun European packaging portfolio
Sun European Partners has continued its push to become a major packaging player in Europe after acquiring an Austrian flexible packing firm from Mondi.
Global brewing company fined after flouting health and safety regs
Molson Coors has been ordered to pay more than £120,000 for two separate health and safety breaches that left four workers seriously injured at one of its UK brewery sites.
Solar power cuts veg packer's energy costs & CO2 emissions
Lower energy bills and a reduced carbon foot-print are the benefits claimed for a £1.5m solar PV installation at a UK vegetable packing and farming business in Brandon, Suffolk.
05-Aug-2011
Interactive packaging brings Kellogg closer to the customer, says technology supplier
Over the next year Kellogg and US-based Augme Technologies will be working on optimising interactive packaging technology with the aim of acquiring data about the cereal maker’s customer base.
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Glass in samosa leads to food firm fine
Southall food manufaturer Quality Foods has been fined more than £16,000 for numerous food hygeine offences after council inspectors found glass in a samosa, ingredients buckets covered in slime and...
Less oily crisps? US researchers claim to have it nailed down
Researchers have hit upon a way of modifying the production of potato chips (crips) to ensure a reduction of the amount of oil in the final product, which is good...
04-Aug-2011
Cargill scheme to generate 1.4MW from beef processing waste
Waste from Cargill’s massive meat processing facility at High River, Alberta, will be used to fuel a waste-to-energy plant that will boost the proportion of renewable energy used by the...
‘Game changing’ retort technology sparks interest from large food firms
Gosforth firm Continuous Retorts (CRL) has received a £250,000 investment from a major investment fund, for what the latter describes as potentially “game changing” food processing technology.
Alpla subsidiary plans PET recycling plant in Poland
A subsidiary of Austrian bottle and preform producer Alpla is planning to build a PET recycling plant at Lodz, south-west of Warsaw, Poland.
Cargill recalls 36m pounds of ground turkey on salmonella fears
Cargill Value Added Meats Retail has initiated a voluntary recall of about 36 million pounds of ground turkey products because of possible salmonella contamination, although there is still no conclusive...
New credit facility gives Silgan more flexibility
A new $1.9bn (€1.3bn) senior secured credit facility will provide Silgan with greater flexibility in regards to its strategic initiatives to make acquisitions, such as paying dividends, repurchasing stock and...
European beverage cans drive profits for Rexam
Rexam’s half-year results show profit before tax up by 19 per cent on 2010. The growth was driven largely by the packaging company’s beverage can business in Europe, which saw...
03-Aug-2011
GEA notes demand from African start-ups for lolly machinery
Specific taste preferences and lower volume needs are factors behind the hike in demand from small confectionery producers in developing countries, particularly in the African region, for mid-range versions of...
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Salmonella outbreak linked to ground turkey; production source still unknown
A salmonella outbreak that has killed one person and sickened at least 76 people in 26 states is most likely to have been caused by contaminated ground turkey, according to...
Nestlé iPhone app designed to help sorting of waste
Food giant Nestlé announced this week that it has launched the world’s first free mobile application for iPhone and Android devices to help people recycle waste packaging correctly.
Robotic distribution system saves handling costs for dairy firms, supplier claims
RMT Robotics is launching its case and crate picking system to the dairy industry, which it claims can reduce handling costs for manufacturers by cutting down the labour that is...
Coca-Cola, Del Monte, Dole and others dismiss lead-in-juice allegations
A troop of beverage companies in the US, including Coca-Cola, Del Monte and Dole, have made a move to dismiss allegations that their fruit juices contain harmful lead traces.
Improving liquidity supports Amcor’s stable credit rating
Fitch Ratings has maintained international packaging company Amcor’s credit rating at BBB, thanks to the group’s stable outlook and improving liquidity.
02-Aug-2011
Special Focus: careers in food factories
Food companies must work harder to attract the best candidates
Food companies across Europe face an uphill battle to attract the best candidates because many people don’t see food factories as an attractive place to work.
Reducing water build-up on floors key to Listeria control in cake factories, study
Spanish researchers analysing a cake-manufacturing facility found that non-food contacts areas such as the floor are a breeding ground for Listeria monocytogenes (LM), and that the pathogen can remain in...
Intertek gains UK food testing presence with new buy
Food quality and safety testing group, Intertek, has gained a food testing presence in the UK for the first time through the acquisition of Food Analytical Laboratories (FAL) for £6m.
FDA announces reinspection fee rates under FMSA
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced fee rates for food facility reinspections and non-compliance with recall orders, as authorized by the Food Safety Modernization Act (FMSA).
Freeze-dried salmon targets applications from soups to space food
Freeze-dried salmon could be the latest thing among health-conscious astronauts and military types and mountain climbers, thanks to work at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF).
BPF urges cautions over Irish packaging levy
The British Plastics Federation (BPF) has added to the chorus of disapproval greeting the Irish government’s consultation on a possible packaging levy.
01-Aug-2011
Nestlé and Tetra Pak roll out renewable cap
Food giant Nestlé has teamed up with Tetra Pak to launch a cap made from 100 per cent renewably sourced materials for two of its Brazilian milk brands.
Profit rise for Marel, Krones and GEA
Profit was up for machinery suppliers Marel, Krones and GEA over the first six months of 2011. Germany contributed to high sales growth for Krones and a new acquisition helped...
PepsiCo works with Pakit on novel plant-based packaging technology
Vancouver-based sustainable packaging develop Pakit has announced that it is working with PepsiCo to develop its technology, which turns cellulose fibre from a range of plant materials into moulded board.
Heinz restores Westwick volumes after severe fire
Heinz says it has “dialled up” production volumes on two lines at its Aunt Bessie’s frozen potato factory in Westwick, Norfolk, which was devastated by a major fire in early...
EU validates test methods for sports drinks contaminated with plasticiser
The European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC) has published three methods to detect an illegal clouding agent that was found earlier this year in sports drinks imported from Taiwan.
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