Archives for March 24, 2004

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Ensuring fluid processing

Petro-Canada has launched a new trolley fluid for meat-processing operations that it claims offers unmatched protection against wear, rust and drips. The manufacturer says that while the fluid has been designed to deal with the harshest food...

Hey Song taps into China

Leading Taiwanese soft drinks maker, Hey Song, has taken the plunge into the ever-growing China market, having announced that it is to make a significant investment to build a production facility in the south of the country.

Fishing for innovative packaging solutions

European customers are demanding greater assurances of quality and hygiene in their food products. A recent conference on the packaging of fish examined at what the industry was doing to meet these concerns.

Parmalat to swap debt for equity

Italy's Agriculture minister has ratified Parmalat's proposal in streamlining its business for survival. The company is set to sell arms of its business to focus on 30 out of its 120 brands. However, industry analysts believe that the dairy group may...