Industry News
CCEP is investing $100m in new and updated canning facilities in Qld
The multi-year investment has enabled the completion of a can line upgrade at CCEP's facility in Richlands, Brisbane, and construction is now underway on an additional can line at the site. [ + ]
Kilcoy to gain more meaty insights using AI tech from MEQ
Red meat producer Kilcoy Global Foods plans to use MEQ Cameras for its meat grading, and will also be working with MEQ to build an AI-powered Insights Portal. [ + ]
GS Holdings to acquire Octopus Distribution Networks
GS Holdings has signed a binding agreement to acquire Octopus Distribution Networks, a Singapore-based integrated beverage solutions group, for AU$13.6 million. [ + ]
Aust chairs the World Wine Trade Group
Australia has assumed the role of Chair of the World Wine Trade Group in 2024. [ + ]
Aussie yoghurt making waves in Saudi Arabia
Australian food and beverage products are being exported globally — with The Yoghurt Shop being one of the newest additions to the Saudi Arabian market. [ + ]
Aussie coffee drink experience is being exported to the UK
Australian 'ready to drink' coffee brand Hunt and Brew has launched in the UK. [ + ]
Research: your phone can tell you if your milk is off
Researchers at UNSW have developed a smartphone sensor that can detect if milk is fresh or spoiled, aiming to combat wastage and food-borne illnesses. [ + ]
Varietals on trend at 2024 Australian International Olive Awards
Single varietal olive oils were the on-trend winners at this year's Australian International Olive Awards, which were announced on 25 October. [ + ]
Ferndale Foods Australia enters the sports and diet market
Ferndale Foods Australia is in the next phase of its business growth after a $23 million investment in its food manufacturing facility in Ballarat. [ + ]
Lamb prices surge but producers remain cautious
After a turbulent 18-month period in the livestock market, producers are increasingly cautious about their stocking decisions. [ + ]
Free UTS workshop for NSW manufacturers to help boost innovation
The complimentary digital transformation workshop is put forward as a way to reassess strategic priorities, identify skills gaps and access further resources. [ + ]
Pernod Ricard Winemakers acquisition not opposed by ACCC
The ACCC will not oppose the proposed acquisition of Pernod Ricard Winemakers by Australian Wine HoldCo Limited (AWL) through its subsidiary, Accolade. [ + ]
Artificial mouth to help tailor soft food developments
One of the challenges for the food industry is designing products suitable for age-related pathologies; the artificial mouth could help with tailoring foods to meet these needs. [ + ]
The state of Victoria has its finger on the pulse
The Victorian Government has provided a $2.4m boost for a pulse research project that could help the state capitalise on the growing plant-based protein market. [ + ]
Synlait Milk CEO resigns
After nearly three years in the role, Grant Watson has resigned as CEO of Synlait Milk. [ + ]
