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By recycling magazines, you can help reduce waste and add to the 5.5 million tonnes of paper already recycled by the UK paper industry each year. Before you recycle your magazine, please ensure you remove all plastic wrapping, free gifts and samples. FoodandDrinkInternational @fdiforumwww.fdiforum.net company/fdiforum News 4 • General news • On line - production news • On the shelf - new products and initiatives Import and export12 While Australia’s new trade agreements with the UK and India have recently come into force, the country continues to work through fine details to secure further novel deals, diversifying its export markets and bolstering its food and drink trade. Health, safety and hygiene spotlight16 Hygiene is a requirement as much as it is an expectation, but it’s not always a simple matter. Cold storage20 From temperature monitoring systems to optimal storage solutions, there’s a lot to consider when it comes to cold storage. Packaging 24 Plastic has been making our lives easier since its advent in the 1950s, not least as a durable, safe and hygienic material for food packaging. Whether for storage, transport or preserving food products on a shelf, few materials are as convenient. But that convenience has come with a cost. The dairy industry30 In recent years, the dairy industry has struggled to adapt to a consumer base which increasingly queries the ethicality of commercial farming practices. 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Events42 Your chance to keep abreast of forthcoming exhibitions and food fairs from around the world. Classified45 Food and Drink Diary 46Paramount Retail Group gobbles up premium chocolate manufacturer Paramount Retail Group has purchased all business and assets of the premium chocolate manufacturer and legacy brand, Montezuma’s Chocolate. Following the acquisition, the founders of Montezuma’s Helen and Simon Pattinson, are back at the helm of the company. Simon and Helen said: “With the backing of Paramount we shall set a strategy that will drive the business back to its previous financial success. We are confident that we can quickly restore the company to its former glory by reinstating the core values that are so close to our hearts as the business founders.” Montezuma’s launched over twenty-two years ago. The ethical brand produces a vast array of premium chocolate products and can be found in national retailers such as Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, John Lewis, Selfridges and a growing number of high- profile export outlets. 4 Food & Drink International www.fdiforum.net news De Kuyper launches 360 UK marketing campaign ‘Colourful Cocktail Vibes’ This summer De Kuyper Liqueurs is inviting bartenders and customers to discover their ‘colourful cocktail vibe’, perfectly matched mood-based cocktails. The new campaign channels De Kuyper’s vision to Own the Cocktail for the trade and the consumer. By simply pairing trending and classic cocktails with moods and moments, De Kuyper inspires every individual to find their perfect serve for any occasion. The multi-channel campaign featuring the ‘Colourful Cocktail Vibes’ creative and the perfect range of De Kuyper Liqueurs to celebrate any summer drinking occasion includes PR, Social Media, Influencer, Digital, On and Off trade activations and Amazon amplification. The campaign will run for 13 weeks and will be brought to life through various activations throughout the summer period. Consumers visiting Stonegate, Marstons and Mitchells & Butlers for example will be invited to discover their unique ‘Colourful Cocktail Vibe’ through a personalised quiz. What’s more, De Kuyper is offering exclusive deals until 31 August through Matthew Clark, where the brand recently launched its 70cl liqueurs and newly created syrups. With any purchase, operators receive a free ROS driving kit, including cocktail recipe inspiration booklets to gift customers ordering De Kuyper cocktails. Meanwhile Point of Sale activations include branded glassware, cocktail shakers, jiggers and strainers along with menu clips, A frame and tabletop chalkboards and posters that will help bring Colourful Cocktail Vibes to life, and retail partnerships have been forged online and instore with Waitrose, Tesco, Sainsbury’s, and Morrisons including interactive quizzes via QR codes and promotions to drive ROS. De Kuyper will also showcase its colourful cocktails alongside renowned Michelin-star chefs at The Home of Food festival at Lord’s cricket ground on 9-10 September, and the first De Kuyper cocktail terrace with Delta by Marriott in Liverpool will be open until the end of September. To find out more about De Kuyper visit https://www.dekuyper.com/ and discover your ‘colourful cocktail vibe’ at https://quiz.dekuypercocktails.com/quiz/uk-event/ Coca Cola HBC snaps up Finlandia vodka Coca-Cola HBC has reached an agreement to acquire Brown-Forman Finland Oy, owner of the Finlandia vodka brand, from Brown-Forman Corporation’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Brown- Forman Netherlands BV. The agreed purchase price amounts to US$220 million and is subject to customary closing price adjustments. The acquisition is being made through Coca-Cola HBC’s wholly-owned subsidiary, CC Beverages Holdings II BV. Finlandia was established in 1970 and is a leading vodka brand in Central and Eastern Europe with annual volumes of 2.7 million 9L cases globally, of which more than 60% is being generated within Coca-Cola HBC’s geographic footprint. Finlandia is bottled by Anora Group plc in Finland based on a long-term production services agreement and is available in pure and in several flavored versions. The proposed transaction represents a unique opportunity for Coca-Cola HBC that enhances its journey towards becoming the leading 24/7 beverage partner. Coca-Cola HBC has been distributing Finlandia and other premium spirits brands for more than 17 years and this acquisition will further enrich and strengthen its portfolio across more of its markets. Kerry opens taste facility in Karawang, Indonesia Kerry has officially opened a new state-of-the-art taste manufacturing facility in Karawang, West Java, Indonesia. This new 50,000 sq m facility significantly expands Kerry’s taste offering in Southeast Asia (SEA) by delivering localised products to its fast- growing markets. The facility is the company’s largest greenfield investment in SEA and will encompass a manufacturing site, research and development pilot plant and a sampling hub. Its wide range of process technologies will enable the creation of authentic taste experiences, inspired by popular local and traditional cuisines. The Karawang facility will support Kerry’s food and beverage customers in all food categories, including beverage, snacks, and bakery, which are among the company’s fastest growing end use markets. As part of Kerry’s Beyond the Horizon sustainability strategy, the company has prioritised sustainability initiatives across the entire facility and all utility equipment has been designed to the latest energy efficiency standards. © stock.adobe.com/ Evgeny © stock.adobe.com/ pil76“It’s my favourite trade show to attend! It offers a great opportunity to discover new products, connect with our existing suppliers and take part in important industry conversations.” Svetlana Kukharchuk | Founder & CEO, The Cheese Lady REGISTER HERE At Speciality & Fine Food Fair, you can expect to unearth the latest products from heritage producers and dynamic start ups, as well as discover future food trends from leading industry experts.6 Food & Drink International www.fdiforum.net news CCL Products India Ltd acquires several coffee brands from Löfbergs Group CCL Products (India) Ltd (CCL), India’s largest instant coffee manufacturer, has acquired Percol, Rocket Fuel, Plantation Wharf, The London Blend, Perk Up and Percol Fusion from Food Brands Group, a subsidiary of Löfbergs Group. The agreement accelerates CCL’s strategy in expanding the manufacturing and distribution of FMCG products globally. The acquisition will give CCL an access to major supermarkets in the UK, which is Europe’s largest instant coffee market with annual retail sales of US$850m (INR 69,187 BN). CCL CEO Praveen Jaipuriar said: “We’ve had tremendous success in developing a consumer brand proposition at home and welcome the opportunity to develop a similar approach in other markets by adopting and improving local brands. Percol is an exciting venture and a brand with undoubted favourable heritage. “In close cooperation with our UK sales & marketing partner we will innovate, introduce new products, and focus on B2C and B2B marketing to realise value for our shareholders, employees, partners & clients.” Lidl extends Prevented Ocean Plastic to water bottle packaging Lidl GB will be incorporating Prevented Ocean Plastic™ into its water bottles – becoming the first UK supermarket to make this change. Appearing in store throughout July, Lidl’s 1 litre San Celestino Italian Sparkling Mineral Water bottles will contain a minimum of 30% Prevented Ocean Plastic™ – plastic which would have otherwise ended up in the ocean. With 12 million bottles of the everyday item sold annually, this initiative is expected to save almost 100 tonnes of plastic from entering our oceans per year, equivalent to almost 4 million plastic water bottles. The move builds on the discounter’s previous strides in this space. Lidl has been leading the way since 2020, when it became the first UK supermarket to introduce food packaging using Prevented Ocean Plastic™. Since then, it has been rolled out across a range of Lidl’s own-brand fresh fish, breaded poultry, sausage and fresh fruit products, meaning that the retailer has already prevented the equivalent of more than 15 million plastic water bottles from entering the ocean. Factory automation made easy – with radar sensor VEGAPULS 42 With VEGAPULS 42, VEGA brings its extensive experience with radar measurement technology to factory automation. Equipped with IO-Link and versatile hygienic adapters, the new level sensor meets the key requirements of modern industry: to perform complex measuring tasks faster, be simple to use and more cost-effective. VEGA has launched a new radar level sensor especially for highly automated processes with stringent demands on hygiene and capable of following fast level changes. By introducing VEGAPULS 42, the instrumentation specialist completes its IO-Link portfolio, which now offers a range of solutions for level measurement, point level and pressure. Since the various automation technologies in many factory environments are increasingly converging, VEGA’s IO-Link portfolio is now able to offer optimal solutions for applications that extend beyond the boundaries of primary processes. “Our customers can rest assured that they’re in good hands with us for all their applications,” says VEGA product manager Marvin Moser, explaining the current situation. “This requires us to proceed with the greatest care. For that reason, we’ve carefully integrated cutting-edge technology into all the main functions of this sensor. At the same time, we’ve consistently refrained from ‘over-designing’ the sensor. That means it has also been stripped of everything that makes it unnecessarily expensive and technically over-complex.” This means that VEGAPULS 42 is designed specifically for medium measuring distances of up to 15 metres and temperatures of up to max. 150°C. The instrument is geared to circulation systems in production, dosing processes and downstream processes, like those found in conveying and filling systems. It ensures a smooth-running process wherever a level changes quickly and requires continuous monitoring. Or in short, VEGAPULS 42 design has been focused on what is absolutely necessary, it is tailor-made for all standard applications where more functions would only make things more complicated. For more information visit www.vega.com/uk Unilever to acquire premium frozen Greek yogurt brand Yasso Unilever has entered into an agreement to acquire Yasso, a premium frozen Greek yogurt brand in the United States. Founded in Boston in 2009 by childhood best friends Amanda Klane and Drew Harrington, Yasso is a pioneer in convenient frozen snacks, offering a high-quality range of low-calorie yet indulgent products. The acquisition is aligned to the premiumisation strategy of Unilever’s Ice Cream Business Group. Yasso joins other premium brands in the portfolio including Ben & Jerry’s, Magnum and Talenti. Yasso’s products respond to growing demand in North America for on-the-go, healthier and indulgent frozen snacks. The products in the current Yasso range each contain less than 150 calories. Matt Close, president, Ice Cream, Unilever, said: “I am delighted to welcome Yasso to the Unilever family. It has built a strong customer appeal in the fast-growing, premium ‘Better For You’ segment. This acquisition is a great step in the evolution of our Ice Cream portfolio in North America towards high growth spaces. I am confident that with the full support of Unilever behind Yasso, we will take this fast-growing business to even greater heights.” © Lidl GB Loma Systems ® launch X5 4" Pipeline X-ray inspection system Loma Systems, a global leader in inspection technologies for food quality and safety, has introduced a new product into its Pipeline portfolio with the launch of a 4” option. Perfect for inspection of pumped and free-flowing applications, such as large-formed hams and gammons, the product complements Loma’s Pipeline family, which is already available with product pipes of 2.5 and 3”, all offering excellent detection across a wide range of contaminants. Following customer feedback highlighting the need for a product with 4" couplings and higher throughput, Loma redesigned the Pipeline’s inlet and outlet manifold to accommodate the increase in diameter. “The addition of the new 4” X5 Pipeline shows Loma’s continued commitment to developing new and innovative inspection systems to meet industry needs,” said Loma’s Toby Kemp, director of marketing and innovation. “Listening to customers is key to understanding their pain points, enabling Loma to develop new products that not only create added value, but also help build on our heritage.” For more information visit www.loma.com John Paul DeJoria joins Bandero Tequila with launch of Bandero Café Drinks industry maverick John Paul DeJoria has joined the Bandero Tequila team just as the brand’s hotly anticipated new coffee tequila has officially launched. Creator of wildly successful brand Café Patron, John Paul is no stranger to taking the global drinks market by storm, and now brings considerable expertise to an authentic and sophisticated blend of coffee tequila from the Guachimotones region of Mexico – Bandero Café. Made from 100% Blue Weber agaves, Bandero Café Tequila is already winning gold medals for its elevated yet mellow taste and exceptional quality as a premium sipping tequila. Bandero is also a family affair as JP is joined by his daughters Alexis and Michaeline in this new venture. Influencers and venues who have sampled the Bandero Café have noted the provenance and substance behind the drink, which comes in small batches of bottles made with 100% recycled glass and featuring a casing that pays homage to the sandals of Jalisco tribes native to the foothills of the Guachimotones. Food & Drink International 7 www.fdiforum.net newsGlenhaven Foods signs major deal to supply Subway® across all UK & Irish stores with new coated cheese product Irish frozen food processor Glenhaven Foods has signed a major deal with Subway® to supply all 2,400 stores throughout the UK and Ireland with an innovative new product of Cheesy Bites for the Hot Sides Menu. With revenues reaching € 55 million and a dedicated workforce of 170 employees, Glenhaven Foods is unwavering in its pursuit of significant growth. Glenhaven, a long-standing family business in Wicklow, has worked closely with Subway International and utilised Subway’s extensive market knowledge to co-create a unique, premium side dish. The Subway Cheesy Bites are a three-cheese blend of premium Irish cream cheese, Emmental, and a natural Mozzarella that provides a luxurious cheese stretch. Created to perfectly complement Subway’s classic menu, the new cheesy side dish is intended as a side or stand-alone ready-to-eat hot snack, specifically made to meet Subway’s customers’ tastes. 8 Food & Drink International www.fdiforum.net news Kingsmoor Packaging unveils sustainable brand refresh Leading thermoforming business, Kingsmoor Packaging, has revealed an exciting brand refresh, which includes a bold new logo and an inspiring new strapline - ‘Forming a Better Future’. The updated brand maintains Kingsmoor's recognisable red crown with a more contemporary, dynamic, and vibrant design. Kingsmoor Packaging's new look perfectly encapsulates the company's commitment to eco-friendly practices and a dedication to reducing its carbon footprint. Through significant investments in low-carbon production and renewable energy, Kingsmoor leads the charge in designing lighter and more efficient plastic products, such as KPL Cirrus™, a lightweight and recyclable container that has captured the attention of leading retailers. James Hill, Kingsmoor Packaging’s managing director, said: "The unveiling of our new brand marks an exhilarating chapter for Kingsmoor. Our identity echoes our unwavering dedication to investing in the future and creating sustainable growth opportunities. We strive to produce plastic packaging that is as environmentally friendly as possible. Moreover, we want our brand to accurately portray our current business and showcase the exceptional quality and creativity that our customers have come to expect from Kingsmoor." To find out more visit www.kingsmoorpackaging.co.uk Global material handling and processing specialists open new testing facility in Germany Automated Handling Solutions (AHS) and Advanced Material Processing (AMP), material handling and processing platform companies consisting of Spiroflow and Cablevey Conveyors from AHS, together with Kason Corporation and Marion Process Solutions from AMP, have launched a new test facility in central Germany. The site is designed to service the whole of Europe and will enable customers to fully benefit from these unique partnerships and their integrated product portfolios. The 1000 sqm premises is conveniently located close to Frankfurt Airport and offers customers the opportunity to experience the full range of products from all four businesses. “This new facility offers a comprehensive selection of our products to customers in Europe and beyond,” said testing & facility manager, Emmanuel Ricohermoso III, Dr.-Ing. “For us, it’s all about offering ease of access to our capabilities and expertise, as well as the opportunity to see how these technologies can be used to optimise material handling and processing systems.” For more information on AHS-AMP visit www.amp-ahs.com VFC rescues Meatless Farm from administration Vegan food company VFC has acquired Meatless Farm in a deal worth £12m in sales – rescuing the fellow Yorkshire plant-based brand from administration. The Meatless Farm brand will be retained, with the product range diversifying VFC Foods’ existing plant-based chick*n portfolio. The acquisition of Meatless Farm marks a crucial milestone in VFC’s growth strategy and its mission to provide more vegan products across retail and foodservice, with the aim to remove animals from the food chain. Speaking on the acquisition, which was financed from the company’s cash reserves, David Sparrow, CEO of VFC Foods, said: “We are delighted to announce this strategic acquisition, whilst being extremely mindful of the business’s challenges and the impact on the people involved. “Meatless Farm has built strong consumer awareness, which aligns with our core values, and their exciting product portfolio enhances our existing range. By integrating both brands, we can utilise numerous synergies with valued customers and suppliers, thus driving innovation and extending customer choice.” © stock.adobe.com/ Kristina Blokhinwww.fdiforum.net Plan your campaign with Food & Drink International… ...your competitors are! 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