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Westfalia Fruit's Chilean alliance wins UN sustainable development award

Westfalia Fruit Group’s Chilean operation, as part of the Pro Tiltil Alliance, received an award under SDG 17. (Photo: Westfalia Fruit, PR047)Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and a range of fresh vegetables and fruit, has been honored with a United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) award for its work with the Pro Tiltil Alliance in Chile. The recognition, under SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, celebrates the alliance’s efforts in fostering sustainable development through collaborative corporate action.

Syensqo achieves breakthrough in mechanical recycling of PVDC multilayer food packaging

Syensqo have successfully demonstrated the open-loop recyclability of PVDC multilayer structures from food packaging within standard PE waste streams. (Photo: Syensqo, PR044)Syensqo, a leading global provider of advanced performance materials and chemical solutions, is pleased to announce the successful completion of an ambitious recycling initiative. The results of comprehensive trials have proven that multilayer food packaging structures with Ixan® polyvinylidene chloride (PVDC) can effectively be recycled into valuable feedstock for other applications within a standard polyethylene (PE) based waste stream. The trials have been conducted by CSI, an acknowledged provider of testing and certification services for controlled environments, part of IMQ group.

Scientific study shows BENEO’s Palatinose™ as a bedtime drink improves aspects of sleep

Scientific study shows BENEO’s Palatinose™ as a bedtime drink improves aspects of sleep. 
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A new randomised controlled trial, conducted by Gaylor et al, demonstrates that BENEO’s slow and sustained release carbohydrate Palatinose™ improves aspects of sleep when consumed as a bedtime drink. By leading to more balanced blood glucose levels, particularly during the first half of the night, Palatinose™ may support a longer deep sleep phase and thus restful sleep. Based on this research, there is now even more evidence to show that Palatinose™ provides a range of benefits beyond metabolic health.

Avocado Innovation Meets Community Impact: Westfalia Fruit’s Focus at Fruit Logistica 2025

Samples of pinks made from avocado dyes. (Photo: Westfalia Fruit, PR043)Westfalia Fruit, a global leader in the avocado industry, will showcase its commitment to sustainable innovations and social growth through technologies such as natural avocado dyes and community-oriented programmes in Chile. Taking place between 5-7 February 2025, the event provides an ideal platform for Westfalia to present these innovations.

Mondi wins ten prestigious WorldStar Awards for innovative packaging solution

Paper bag without free film. (Photo: Mondi, PR315)Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, is proud that ten of its innovative products have received WorldStar Packaging Awards in 2025. The awards, organised annually by the World Packaging Organisation, celebrate outstanding achievements in packaging design and technology across the globe.

Weight management benefits of chicory root fibres confirmed via systematic review with meta-analyses

Chicory root and powder. (Photo: BENEO, PR029)A new systematic literature review with meta-analyses, conducted by Reimer et al, demonstrates that chicory root fibre intake promotes a significant reduction in body weight, body mass index (BMI), fat mass, waist circumference and, to a certain extent, body fat percentage. Based on this review, there is now even stronger evidence to show that supplementation with chicory root fibre can lead to clinically meaningful reductions in body weight and other weight management parameters.

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