The Future Leaders program has established itself as a premier platform for fostering the next generation of forward-thinking and resilient leaders in the Australian wine industry Wine Australia has announced a dynamic new cohort for the 2025 edition of Future Leaders, the nation’s flagship leadership development program for the grape[Read More…]
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Huhtamaki’s US growth plans take shape with Zellwin Farms acquisition
Michael Hodges, Vice President of Sustainability and Communications at Huhtamaki North America Huhtamaki North America has recently taken a significant step to enhance its leadership in sustainable packaging by acquiring Zellwin Farms, a moulded fibre packaging manufacturer based in Florida. With the growing demand for eco-friendly alternatives, especially in the[Read More…]
Inside BENEO’s new pulse plant: pioneering sustainable protein from faba beans
Christian Philippsen, Managing Director at BENEO Asia Pacific As global consumer preferences increasingly shift towards healthier and more sustainable food options, BENEO, a leading manufacturer of functional ingredients and part of the Südzucker Group, is enhancing its investment in plant-based nutrition. The company has recently inaugurated a state-of-the-art pulse-processing plant[Read More…]
CJ Foods names Dr Gregory Yep as CEO
Yep has more than three decades of diverse leadership in food science, nutrition, and biotechnology across numerous consumer goods and food-related multinational businesses CJ Foods, a global leader in Korean, Asian and American cuisine, and the food business unit of CJ CheilJedang, announced the promotion of Dr Gregory Yep as its new chief[Read More…]
From Vine to Vision: New Zealand Wine’s roadmap to net zero by 2050
Dr Edwin Massey, the General Manager of Sustainability at New Zealand Winegrowers As sustainability increasingly becomes a crucial aspect of global agriculture, the New Zealand wine industry is positioning itself as a leader in environmental stewardship and climate resilience. Dr Edwin Massey, the General Manager of Sustainability at New Zealand[Read More…]
Nestlé appoints Scott Coles as MD for Confectionery UK & Ireland
Scott brings a wealth of experience to this position, having joined Nestlé in 1997 Nestlé announced the appointment of Scott Coles as the new Managing Director for Nestlé Confectionery UK & Ireland, effective 1 May 2025. Scott takes over from Mark Davies, who is retiring after an impressive 34-year tenure[Read More…]
Weighing On My Mind: Why Real Nutrition Matters More Then the Number on the Scale
Goh Peen Ern, Senior Manager Nutrition Communication, Asia Pacific, BENEO-Institute Across the globe, unhealthy diets are contributing to a growing public health crisis. Many countries are grappling with the rising prevalence of nutrition-related challenges, particularly the increasing rates of overweight and obesity. These trends are not only straining healthcare systems[Read More…]
Behind the Bottle: How Wine Australia winning back global markets
Paul Turale, General Manager of Marketing at Wine Australia Following removing Chinese import tariffs in early 2024, Australian wine has seen a significant resurgence in key international markets, especially in the premium segment. Paul provides detailed insights into the factors driving this growth, including Wine Australia’s efforts to diversify its[Read More…]
Nestlé appoints Jeff Hamilton as CEO Zone Americas
Jeff Hamilton was previously President and CEO of Nestlé Canada, President of Nestlé’s Foods Division in the U.S., and Vice President of Marketing at Nestlé Purina Asia, Oceania and Africa Nestlé’s Board of Directors has appointed Jeff Hamilton, currently Business Head of Purina PetCare Zone Europe, as Chief Executive Officer Zone Americas (AMS)[Read More…]
Turning waste into opportunity inside Egypt’s groundbreaking beverage carton recycling collaboration
Nicola Wagstyl, the Regional Sustainability Expert for India, the Middle East, and Africa at SIG In a groundbreaking initiative for sustainability in Egypt, SIG, Plastic Bank, Carta Misr, and TileGreen have teamed up to create the country’s first comprehensive recycling system for used beverage cartons. This collaboration is driven by[Read More…]
