Krones launches flexible labelling bloc
Krones has developed a labeller capable of handling a broad sweep of different labelling operations at speeds of up to 72,000 containers an hour.
Archives for February 8, 2011
EFSA statement on sweetener studies due this month
EFSA has said it will issue a scientific statement by the end of February on two recent studies that drew into question the safety of artificial sweeteners, but has indicated that while further analysis or research may be merited, the findings are not...
Datamonitor predicts continued decline of Japanese alcohol market
The value of the Japanese alcoholic drinks sector is expected to decline steadily over the next five years but some enclaves of growth are predicted to remain, according to Datamonitor.
CLA gains EU hearing as Novel Foods status beckons
Nine months after the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) handed in a positive safety assessment for conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), the weight management ingredient will be assessed by the European Commission as it continues its protracted journey to...
Coca-Cola to focus on energy efficiency in developing countries
Coca-Cola Company plans to concentrate on improving energy efficiency at its manufacturing plants in developing countries this year as the company works towards its 2012 sustainability goals.
Bacardi loses court battle for Havana rum but vows to fight on
Bacardi has vowed to continue its fight over the Havana Club rum trademark in Spain after it lost its case for the third time over rival Pernod Ricard.