From Function to Flavour: The Food and Drink Trends Shaping 2026
The global food and beverage sector is entering 2026 defined by transformation rather than disruption. The post-pandemic push toward health and functionality has evolved into...
Author : The FABB Editorial Team
Paul Fitzjohn appointed as AVA’s new Communications and Events Manager
AVA: The Vending & Automated Retail Association has appointed Paul Fitzjohn as its new communications and events manager, bringing with him more than 17 years of...
42 jobs saved as Scottish distillery Eden Mill rescued by investors
St Andrews-based Eden Mill Distillery has been acquired from administration saving the jobs of all 42 staff after its owner, St Andrews Brewers Limited, was...
“JAPAN’S FOOD” EXPORT FAIR WINTER 2025
Held at Makuhari Messe, A Premier International Sourcing Event Showcasing the Best of Japanese Food From December 3 to 5, 2025, the 11th edition of...
Manufacturing’s Next Frontier: The Smart & Sustainable Evolution of Food & Beverage Production in 2026
For the December issue we are looking ahead. Trends in manufacturing and in another article next week on Trends in the food and beverage. From...
Gulfood Manufacturing 2025 Marks a Landmark Year, Cementing UAE’s Role as the Global Crossroads for F&B Manufacturing and Trade
With a record double-digit expansion since last year, the show’s largest-ever edition unveiled next-generation F&B manufacturing technologies, pioneering partnerships and demonstrated global confidence in the...
Smarter Movement: The Next Generation of Food Conveying
Once seen as simple workhorses, conveyors have become intelligent, connected, and energy-efficient assets. In a climate defined by high energy costs, new recycling laws, and...
Peak production period mastered with additional packaging capacity
A major cheese supplier has prepared for their pre-Christmas peak production period by sourcing additional packaging capacity. The dairy specialists have secured a fully automatic...
Beyond AI: Why Research, Development, and Collaboration Remain the Cornerstones of Innovation
By: John Klinge, Director-EMEA Operations & Strategy, Eriez In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) dominates headlines and industries race to adopt automated solutions, the...
Food, Drink & Hospitality Week unveils 2026 ambassador line-up
Food, Drink & Hospitality Week has revealed its 2026 ambassador line-up, showcasing a diverse group of industry leaders across food, drink, hospitality, and technology sectors....