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Food & Beverage Insights

US Foods Links Sustainable Product Growth and Operational Efficiency in 2025 Sustainability Report

US Foods has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, highlighting progress across product innovation, operational efficiency and responsible sourcing as the foodservice distributor continues to integrate sustainability into its broader business strategy.

Heineken Report : Changing Consumer Tastes Push UK Pub Beer Sales to £14bn

UK pub beer sales have reached a record £14 billion, with strong growth in stout, fruit beer and alcohol-free options helping the category outperform spirits, wine and soft drinks across the hospitality sector.

Ferrero Commits €60 Million to French Production Expansion

Ferrero has announced a €60 million investment in its French operations, including new production capacity for Nutella Cookies and upgrades to key manufacturing sites as the company continues to expand its industrial footprint in France.

“A Global Leader in Ingredient Solutions”: Ingredion CEO Jim Zallie on $5 Billion Tate & Lyle Deal

Ingredion has announced a recommended all-cash acquisition of Tate & Lyle in a deal valued at approximately £3.7 billion ($5 billion), a move that would create one of the food industry's largest specialty ingredient providers and significantly expand its capabilities across health-focused product development.

Yum! Brands Leading the Way in Digital Restaurant Technology

Setting the bar for modern restaurant technology and digital experiences, Yum! Brands is upskilling its technical teams via a ground-breaking learning program – Tech Elevate.

Cargill Invests €56 Million to Expand Food Manufacturing and Innovation Capabilities in Belgium

Cargill has announced approximately €56 million in investments across Belgium, expanding its edible oils production, gourmet chocolate manufacturing and food innovation capabilities to support growing customer demand across Europe.

Disaronno Group Completes Acquisition of Amaro Averna and Zedda Piras

Disaronno Group has completed its acquisition of Amaro Averna and Zedda Piras from Campari Group, marking a further expansion of the company’s spirits portfolio as it continues to strengthen its position in international beverage markets.

Tate & Lyle Advances Sweetener Innovation with Key Partnership 

Tate & Lyle has expanded its partnership with BioHarvest Sciences (BioHarvest) to accelerate the development of next-generation plant-based sweeteners for the global food and beverage industry. 

Tiger Brands Takes Bold Step Towards Sustainability

Tiger Brands is set to significantly reduce its environmental footprint by entering a groundbreaking electricity wheeling agreement with Apollo Africa, aiming to source renewable energy and drastically cut greenhouse gas emissions across its Gauteng manufacturing sites by 2028.

Nestlé Reports 26% Reduction in Dairy Value Chain Emissions in First Dairy Plan Report

Nestlé has published its first Dairy Plan report, outlining progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its dairy value chain while supporting dairy farmers through regenerative agriculture, animal welfare improvements and business development initiatives.

Coca-Cola Unveils New Beverage Dispensing Platforms Focused on Speed, Data and Foodservice Flexibility

The Coca-Cola Company has unveiled the next generation of its beverage dispensing equipment, introducing a range of connected and modular solutions designed to help foodservice operators respond more quickly to changing consumer preferences.

Aldi Launches Operations at £500m UK Distribution Centre to Boost Supply Chain Performance

Aldi has begun initial operations at its new Distribution Centre in Bardon, Leicestershire, following a £500 million investment in what the retailer describes as the UK’s largest supermarket warehouse.