This Christmas, SACMI has set out to support human dignity and basic rights: it has done so by working with inspiring charities who have, for years, been building projects and services for the local and international community. For a long time now, SACMI has been at the forefront when it comes to supporting local organizations
Combining an eye-catching presentation with less use of plastics: FlatMap®, the latest packaging solution for sliced products, has recently won the prestigious Swiss Packaging Award 2021 within the category “Convenience”, as well as the renowned WorldStar Packaging Award 2022 within the category “Food”. Many innovations start in Switzerland before becoming mainstream in the packaging industry
Firmenich, the world’s largest privately-owned fragrance and taste company, is pleased to announce that it has received an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) score of 7.5 from Sustainalytics, ranking it number 37 of the 14,983 companies rated worldwide. This surpasses the Group’s previous score of 8.6 in February 2021, which had already placed Firmenich as
With its commitment to the climate, water, and forests, Symrise belongs to the leading sustainable companies worldwide. Now, the company received another acknowledgment for its efforts. It once again received a Triple-A, the top score from the renowned nonprofit organization CDP. To arrive at its rating, the CDP conducts an annual assessment of what companies
Holiday décor disappearing overnight? A street sign renamed ‘Grinch Street’? Even Hershey’s Kisses chocolates have been stolen and changed to Grinch-themed Hershey’s Kisses! It’s official: the Grinch has departed Who-ville and is mischievously tiptoeing across the country wreaking havoc in some of the sweetest places around. Rumor has it he plans to stick around through the holiday season, stealing bags of Hershey’s Kisses chocolates
The trade fair welcomed more than 6,000 buyers who interacted with over 260 exhibitors during its three days, reinforcing that the physical exhibitions are irreplaceable and that ANUTEC – International FoodTec India is “the platform” for the industry. The largest and most comprehensive exhibition for food and beverage technology finally took place after a hiatus
Precision farming company Alesca Life today announced a strategic partnership with China Communications Construction Company (CCCC), Ziyang Water Investment, and Ziyang Airport Economic Zone to deploy 1,000 modular vertical farms in Greater Chengdu, Sichuan Province to establish the largest indoor farming project in China. Located in the heart of the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle with a
The Sigep Observatory dedicated to Christmas 2021 spotlights panettone: the undisputed king of Italian tables in the festive season is increasingly requested for international ones. The Observatory, issued for twenty years by SIGEP – Italian Exhibition Group’s Dolce World Expo of (from 22nd to 26th January at Rimini expo centre), gathered from some of the country’s great master pastry chefs
Patrick De Maeseneire reelected as Chairman Antoine de Saint-Affrique elected as new Board member All Board members reelected for a term of office of one year Dividend payout of CHF 28.00 per share approved KPMG AG, Zurich, reelected as auditors of the company The ordinary Annual General Meeting 2021 of Barry Callebaut AG, the world’s
This year’s climatic conditions did not make life easy for the winegrowers in the vineyards of the Rhône Valley: Frost, hail, and rain did not spare the region and had dire consequences for some businesses. This year will be remembered. Not only because it is so atypical, but also because it will produce quality, fresh,
The latest UC undercounter dishwasher from Winterhalter has an innovative wash field design that saves 25% in water usage, yet delivers the very highest standards of hygienic cleaning power. The wash arm features clever nozzle geometry that optimizes the flow of water, not only saving on water usage but also reducing the consumption of both
Yemoja’s new microalgae are poised to become a nutritious player in the plant meat space Yemoja, Ltd., a marine ingredient start-up, announces developing a red microalgae discovery for medium-rare plant-based burgers and steaks that adds authentic “bloody” juiciness. Branded Ounje, meaning “Food” in the Yoruba language, this formulation mimics the red juices of real meat
Green-Tech start-up’s recyclable cellulose coated packaging serves higher ethical standards, reduces plastic waste Green-tech start-up Melodea, Ltd. joins the sustainable packaging scene to take on the plastic waste crisis. The company developed MelOx™, a high-performance, plant-sourced barrier coating that protects packaged products from oxygen and oil and grease transmission. The company also developed Melodea VBcoat™
The Supervisory Board of Siemens AG decided to renew the appointment of Managing Board member Ralf P. Thomas (60). The term of the company’s Chief Financial Officer of Siemens AG will run until December 14, 2026. “Ralf Thomas has an outstanding track record and has been instrumental in the execution of the strategy to create
Exhibitors have already booked more than 85% of the Fair’s space for InterSICOP 2022. These figures highlight the sector’s confidence in InterSICOP, the great face-to-face meeting for bakery and pastry, confectionery, ice cream, and coffee professionals. Partial view during INTERSICOP 2019 photoInterSICOP’s Organising Committee met this week and confirmed the excellent forecasts for the next
