Oil firm AAK results up as streamlining continues
Fat and oil manufacturer AarhusKarlshamn (AAK) yesterday announced an increase in interim net sales, but the recently merged firm says it is still working on streamlining its operations.
Archives for May 23, 2006
Glanbia turns whey into functional, nutritional emulsifier
Modification of whey protein concentrates with high phospholipid proportions could turn standard emulsifiers into functional health promoting ingredients, results that could have important implications for the food industry.
Packaging machine reduces material use, manufacturer claims
A new thermoforming, filling and sealing machine for packaging cups and other containers can result in savings of up to 35 per cent in material costs, its manufacturer claims.
Profit slump blights Dairy Crest brand growth
Brands and a functional food focus helped Dairy Crest to increase sales in 2005, but profits slumped amid rising costs and tough times for the group's milk supply division.
Frutarom expansion drives sales growth
Israeli flavours giant Frutarom has attributed its solid 2006 first quarter results to an ambitious acquisition strategy.
Omega-3 milk could protect against metabolic syndrome
Dietary supplementation with an omega-3 enriched milk could be a simple and tolerable way to ease cardiovascular risk factors linked to metabolic syndrome, say Spanish researchers.