Industry News
Cheesy goodness for plant-based alternatives
Food manufacturers are a step closer to replicating cheesy qualities in a healthy plant-based alternative thanks to new research on protein functionality and formulation. [ + ]
OFI Weigh and Inspection Solutions acquires HBM Packaging
The product inspection equipment manufacturer plans to expand its customer service and product offering by acquiring packaging supplier HBM Packaging. [ + ]
Refrigerant guide for heat pump selection
The Australian Alliance for Energy Productivity has developed a refrigerant guide for heat pumps for industrial and commercial applications to make the selection process easier. [ + ]
D'Orsogna to expand meat processing facilities in WA
With the help of a $1m WA Government grant, D'Orsogna plans to expand and upgrade its salami and fresh meat production facilities in Palmyra, WA. [ + ]
Suntory Oceania's CEO Darren Fullerton to retire in 2025
Suntory Oceania has announced that Darren Fullerton, CEO of Suntory Beverage & Food Oceania, will retire in 2025. [ + ]
Call for comment on use of a nutritive substance in infant formula
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application to permit the use of a nutritive substance in infant formula products. [ + ]
Packaging technology scholarship program now open, closing 24 January
The Australasian Bioplastics Association Scholarship program for Australia and New Zealand is now open for applications until 24 January 2024. [ + ]
Progress on sustainable packaging design
The Australian Government will be seeking targeted views in early 2025 on proposed design changes for packaging — AFGC has welcomed the progress towards implementing consistent changes to packaging across Australia. [ + ]
GM-sourced processing aid for brewed beverages, call for comment
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on a GM-sourced processing aid for use in brewing. [ + ]
Grant Thornton's Dealtracker report for Ag, F&B sector
Grant Thornton's latest analysis report on agribusiness, food & beverage reveals mergers and acquisitions focus on innovative businesses prioritising sustainability. [ + ]
Sustainable packaging: gluing boxes with starch
Folding boxes for products like breakfast cereal are easily recyclable; however, new bio-based adhesives could help make the packaging completely sustainable. [ + ]
Sustainable future for the food and beverage industry, new report
Sustainability has become the number one supply chain priority for food and beverage companies, according to a new report by DNV. [ + ]
NZ Government plans to cut red tape for food exporters
The New Zealand Government is planning to make it easier for food exporters to take advantage of more innovative market opportunities, particularly for the dairy industry. [ + ]
HRS Heat Exchangers awarded EcoVadis sustainability accreditation
HRS Heat Exchangers has been awarded an EcoVadis Bronze medal for sustainability following its first audit under the scheme this summer. [ + ]
SA Government announces manufacturing grant program
The state government has announced a $1m grant program to support South Australian manufacturers in adopting advanced technologies. [ + ]
