Food & Beverage Insights

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Food & Beverage Insights

Mars Strengthens European Supply Chain with Shubh Mint

Mars is strengthening the resilience of its European chewing gum supply chain by introducing sustainably sourced natural menthol from India, supporting thousands of farmers whilst embedding climate-smart agriculture into its operations.

How Ferrero Uses Satellite Monitoring to Strengthen Sustainable Ingredient Sourcing

Ferrero is using satellite monitoring technology to improve visibility across its cocoa, palm oil and coffee supply chains, helping the company strengthen traceability, identify environmental risks and support responsible sourcing. Developed with Airbus and the Earthworm Foundation, the Starling platform combines satellite imagery with on-the-ground engagement to monitor more than 230,000 plantations.

Burger King Introduces “Your Way Champion” Role and Whopper Guarantee to Improve Customer Experience

Burger King has launched two new customer experience initiatives across its US business after gathering feedback from thousands of guests through its Listening Initiative. The company is introducing a new in-restaurant management role, the "Your Way Champion", alongside a Whopper Guarantee aimed at improving order accuracy, food quality and customer satisfaction.

Nestlé and Platinum Equity to Create Peranel Water and Premium Beverages Joint Venture

Nestlé and Platinum Equity have agreed to establish Peranel, a new 50:50 joint venture that will bring together Nestlé's global waters and premium beverages business to accelerate innovation, brand investment and sustainable long-term growth.

Blue Yonder Survey Finds Rising Beef Prices and Supply Chain Disruption are Reshaping Protein Purchasing

A new Blue Yonder survey suggests supply chain disruption, livestock disease concerns and rising grocery prices are driving significant changes in US protein purchasing, with consumers shifting away from beef and towards lower-cost alternatives.

Kraft Heinz and Disney Form Multi-Year Alliance To Expand Foodservice and Guest Experiences

Kraft Heinz and The Walt Disney Company have announced a long-term strategic alliance spanning foodservice, dining experiences and media, bringing Kraft Heinz brands to Disney parks, resorts and cruise operations across North America.

Langham Hospitality Group Expands Circular Food Waste Strategy Across Global Hotel Portfolio

Langham Hospitality Group is rolling out practical food waste reduction initiatives across its hotels, with culinary and bar teams transforming surplus ingredients into new menu items that support sustainability while enhancing the guest experience.

“A major step forward in transforming Ferrara’s manufacturing scale” : Ferrara’s South Carolina Expansion

Ferrara is investing $675 million in a major new manufacturing facility in South Carolina, expanding its global production network, creating 1,000 jobs, and strengthening long-term confectionery manufacturing capacity.

Coca-Cola Unveils Unified Global Brand Identity

The Coca-Cola Company has introduced a new global visual identity system designed to strengthen brand consistency across packaging, retail environments and digital channels, supported by new design governance tools for its global marketing network.

General Mills, ADM and Walmart Expand Regenerative Agriculture Programme Across 40,000 Midwest Wheat Acres

General Mills, ADM and Walmart have announced a strategic collaboration to accelerate regenerative agriculture across 40,000 wheat acres in the US Midwest.

Tate & Lyle’s European Regenerative Programme Achieves Significant Results

Tate & Lyle's regenerative corn programme is being extended for another year following impressive environmental results that outperformed both annual and multi-year regional benchmarks. 

“A cultural transformation” : Refresco Italia and E80 Group Drive Sustainable Intralogistics

Refresco Italia has partnered with E80 Group to transform its Sulmona facility with an automated intralogistics system, improving efficiency, sustainability, and operational flexibility whilst supporting future business growth.