Dr Jean-Marc Busnel, Principal Investigator and Senior Staff Research Scientist In the quest to improve food allergy research and reduce reliance on risky diagnostic procedures like the Oral Food Challenge (OFC), Beckman Coulter Life Sciences has introduced a next-generation Basophil Activation Test (BAT) designed exclusively for research use. Spearheaded by[Read More…]
Food Safety and Testing
NSF launches MOAH-free certification for food industry materials
This new certification addresses growing concerns regarding Mineral Oil Aromatic Hydrocarbons (MOAH) contamination in food products NSF, an independent global services organisation, today announced the launch of its MOAH-Free certification program for nonfood compounds and food equipment materials used throughout the food manufacturing industry. This new certification addresses growing concerns[Read More…]
Towards harmonised food safety future: Asia-Pacific’s role in next-gen risk assessment
Prof. William Chen, Director of Singapore Future Ready Food Safety Hub Recognised as one of Asia’s leading voices in food innovation, Professor William Chen spearheads multiple national initiatives. He directs the Future Ready Food Safety Hub (FRESH) and the Singapore Agri-food Innovation Lab (SAIL), while also serving as the Michael[Read More…]
Saudi introduces digital tool to advance chemical risk assessment in food safety
This advanced system utilises cloud-based platforms and data-driven technologies to replicate key functions typically carried out by human risk assessors As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen food safety and enhance regulatory performance, the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has developed the Digital Employee tool, an automated solution[Read More…]
Reacta Healthcare transforms into facility for multi-allergen manufacturing
All development and manufacturing of the new products have been conducted at Reacta Healthcare’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) licensed facility in Deeside, UK In May 2025, Reacta Healthcare achieved a significant milestone with the launch of its first production run of pharmaceutical-grade milk and egg challenge meals.[Read More…]
Pizza Hut Indonesia partners with TUKR to implement food production waste management
Through this partnership, used cooking oil from 276 PHD outlets in Indonesia is collected and managed by TUKR to support global efforts in reducing carbon emissions and environmental pollution PT Sarimelati Kencana Tbk, the license holder of Pizza Hut in Indonesia and operator of the largest pizza restaurant network in[Read More…]
Engineering better food safety
by Steve Burgess, General Manager – Europe & Africa June 7 marks World Food Safety Day, a moment of reflection and responsibility for every organisation involved in putting food on tables across the globe. This year’s theme, “Food safety: science in action,” offers a timely reminder that safety isn’t a[Read More…]
Mérieux NutriSciences and AsureQuality launch Mérieux NutriSciences AQ
MNAQ is fully established and poised to become a leading provider of food testing, assurance, and sustainability solutions in both regions Mérieux NutriSciences, a global leader in food safety, quality, and sustainability, and AsureQuality, New Zealand’s premier food assurance, announced the official launch of their joint venture, Mérieux NutriSciences AQ (MNAQ).[Read More…]
Blockchain and battle for trust: How tech transforming seafood industry
Lars Moksness, Analyst on Consumer Behaviour at Norwegian Seafood Council As transparency and traceability become essential pillars of global food systems, the seafood industry is under increasing pressure to demonstrate where its products come from, how they are sourced, and the conditions under which they are harvested. Today’s consumers are[Read More…]
Blockchain technology offers producers opportunity to deepen consumer trust
This demand is spurring seafood producers to adopt cutting-edge blockchain technology that enables full traceability from ocean to outlet According to new research from the Norwegian Seafood Council (NSC), 89 per cent of global consumers seek more information about how their seafood is produced. Transparency has emerged as a defining[Read More…]
