The FMT Blog
Opinion, analysis and musings from the FMT editorial team and expert guest writers about the food processing and manufacturing sector.
ITV to invest up to £4m in plant based company THIS
ITV has announced its latest Media for Equity investment in plant based meat business THIS, its first investment in a food company.
JBS global launches cultivated protein development facility
Global meat supplier JBS has commenced construction of Brazil’s first cultivated protein research and development innovation centre.
Magnavale reports significant progress on Chesterfield facility expansion
Cold storage provider Magnavale has announced that its development taking place at its Chesterfield cold storage facility has made significant progress.
Klöckner Pentaplast unveils new recyclable packaging line at open house event
Klöckner Pentaplast celebrated its St Helens site’s full transition to the production of Expanded Polypropylene (EPP)-based packaging.
Aldi to open 500 new stores following record sales
UK supermarket Aldi has said the way Britain shops for groceries has been transformed by cost-of-living concerns, pledging to open 500 stores.
Bakery ingredients prices set to rise further – The Smart Cube
Global commodity prices for key bakery ingredients are expected to be impacted by reduced harvests and tighter supply, according to research firm The Smart Cube.
Food industry responds to PM’s decision to scrap stricter recycling measures
Industry bodies said that manufacturers “stand ready to work with Government” on further recycling laws.
FDF calls for Government to work with industry to slow food inflation
The FDF has responded to the latest ONS figures regarding food inflation, stating that it is “vital” for Government to work with industry.
MULTIVAC unveils new Innovation Centre in Swindon
Packaging and processing company MULTIVAC UK launched its new Swindon-based Innovation Centre on 19th September.
Frozen food manufacturer Paramount 21 appoints new chairman
Frozen food manufacturer Paramount 21 has announced the appointment of Josh Hannaford as chairman of its board of directors.