ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA, Asia’s leading fresh fruit and vegetable trade show, is moving to Singapore for its 2020 edition from its traditional location in Hong Kong. ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA 2020 will take place on 16-18 September at Singapore EXPO, a world-class exhibition centre near Singapore’s Changi Airport, with ASIAFRUIT CONGRESS…
IGD: Growth Of Asia’s Online Grocery
As online shopping continues to be the fastest-growing channel in Asia’s grocery market, international researcher IGD reveals the two biggest players, JD.com and Alibaba, are driving the most growth in online grocery shopping, with their combined grocery sales growth in value terms outstripping that of the overall market. With a…
Global Food Security Index 2019 Highlights The Growing Threat of Climate Change
The Global Food Security Index (GFSI) 2019 examines the state of food systems across 113 countries. Developed by The Economist Intelligence Unit, and supported by Corteva Agriscience, this year’s report of the data highlights the potential threat of the environmental crisis on food security and how proper investment and advances…
IFF Merges With Dupont’s Nutrition And Bioscience Unit
International Flavour & Fragrances (IFF) Incorporated will be merging with Dupont Incorporated’s $26.2 billion Nutrition and Bioscience (N&B) unit. The deal creates a new giant with an enterprise value of $45.4 billion, in high-value ingredients and solutions for the global food & beverage, home & personal care and health &…
Duravant Welcomes New VP Of Business Development
Duravant LLC (“Duravant”), a global engineered equipment and automation solutions provider to the food processing, packaging and material handling sectors, has appointed Mike LaBelle to the position of Vice President of Business Development. “We are very pleased to welcome Mike to Duravant,” said Mike Kachmer, CEO of Duravant. “Mike is…
Azelis Expands Distribution Agreement With Roquette Into Asia Pacific
Azelis has expanded its partnership with Roquette, a global leader in plant-based ingredients for food, nutrition and health markets, into new territories. Effective immediately, Azelis now distributes Roquette’s complete food range in Indonesia and its pea ingredients in Vietnam, reinforcing Azelis’ position as key player in the food and nutrition…
Immune Support Is Most Sought Health Goal
Immune system support is the most common reason for consumers to buy healthy lifestyle products, according to new global research. A survey by Wellmune, a natural ingredient that is clinically proven to help strengthen the immune system, asked over 11,000 consumers in 14 global markets about their reasons for buying…
New Plastic Technologies And Alternative Bioplastic Solutions Augment Market Growth
Growth opportunities in the Global Flexible Plastic Packaging Market look promising over the next four years. Shifting consumer preferences and an evolving retail landscape have increased the demand for flexible packaging with features such as improved shelf life, convenience, and ease of use. A growing need for innovative flexible plastic…
Hiperbaric Receives 2019 European Technology Award For High Pressure Technology Innovation
Hiperbaric received The European Technology Award on December 6 at the Ritz Hotel in Paris. The organisation rewards the work of professionals, companies and institutions in the European technology sector. The European Technology Awards create a space for exchange and knowledge, bringing together leading professionals, companies and institutions. As a…
Barry Callebaut Publishes Forever Chocolate Progress Report 2018/19
Barry Callebaut has announced that in fiscal year 2018/19 it sourced 47 percent of the cocoa and 54 percent of the other ingredients it uses sustainably. This sourcing achievement is highlighted in Barry Callebaut's Forever Chocolate Progress Report 2018/19, its third progress report since the launch of its Forever Chocolate…