Food-&-Beverage
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
The new generation of bottle washers
BOTTLE washing is one of the key constituents of every returnable-glass line, in regard to both hygiene and energy consumption.
2 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
A game-changer with record global reach and business transactions
Fi Asia 2025 demonstrated its continued role as an indispensable platform for anyone in the food ingredients industry in Asia and beyond. Building on the momentum of Fi Asia Thailand 2023, this year's edition saw international participation rise by 40%, with total attendees of 23,750. This reaffirms the growing global appeal and influence of the event.
2 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Cut sodium without losing flavor
Innovative low-sodium salt developed by Paul Patsapong Chomchey, a Ph.D. candidate at Chulalongkorn University and Executive MBA alumnus, has won a Gold Medal and Special Award at the 2025 Silicon Valley International Invention Festival.
2 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Chelated minerals and the outlook for nutrient delivery
Balchem introduces chelated mineral ingredient platforms in the APAC region
4 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
New openings through Timor-Leste's ASEAN accession
Food and beverage processors see Timor-Leste as a frontier market with potential for investment in infrastructure, capacity building, and regional supply chain integration
2 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
From groceries to the gym: Rethinking sports nutrition for smarter energy, better recovery, real results
ONCE, sports nutrition was tightly associated with bodybuilding and elite performance; a world of protein shakes, powders and bars promising faster recovery and bigger gains.
3 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Reducing risk in ready-to-eat food production
MOIST, cold environments.
2 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Choosing heat exchangers for viscous food products
THE VISCOSITY of different products can change as they are subjected to different levels of sheer stress and temperature. Because of this, most fluids are classified as being either Newtonian, or non-Newtonian. Newtonian fluids have the same viscosity irrespective of changes in temperature or shear stress — the most common example of this is water. Non-Newtonian fluids (which can then be subdivided into five different categories) have viscosities which fluctuate depending on the shear rate applied.
2 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Vegan chocolate – a culinary delight that makes no compromises
Processing of alternative vegan raw materials with WDS confectionery machines
3 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Formulating recipes with alternative proteins, natural sweeteners and colorants
BARENTZ's work in ingredient innovation reflects ongoing efforts to integrate scientific advancement with sustainability goals in the food and nutrition sector.
2 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Recycled material from beverage cartons goes into car
The Fiat Grande Panda uses recycled material equivalent to 140 beverage cartons
1 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Securing the future of process automation through IT/OT convergence
Improved cybersecurity is enabling the integration of OT and IT systems to unlock real-time data flow, enhanced operational visibility, accelerated decision-making, and the adoption of Al
5 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
U.S. dairy targets aging and obesity with smart nutrition
Interview with Martin Teo and Joanne Tey, who both lead the technical team of the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) in Southeast Asia
4 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Bringing Japanese sake to Southeast Asia – The shared future of Asia and Japan
AS DOMESTIC demand for sake remains sluggish, moves to seek opportunities abroad are spreading. One region drawing particular attention is Southeast Asia, often described as a “center of global growth.” With young populations and rising income levels, countries across the region have become the focus of joint initiatives by both government and industry to raise awareness of the appeal of Japanese sake.
4 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Formulations that speak to the rhythm of women's wellness
Finding success in the women's hormonal health market requires credible claims and convenient concepts
4 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
The nutrition policy-consumption gap: Fruits and vegetables in focus
During a cross-regional dialogue on advancing fruit and vegetable policies in Asia and Africa, academic experts revealed a troubling gap between official nutrition strategies and the realities of everyday diets.
6 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Global snack market reaches US$693 billion in retail sales
Innovation is driving the convergence of industry verticals
3 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Food-grade lubricants going halal
Developments in food-grade lubricant production
2 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Tailoring nutrition for APAC consumers
AS Asia Pacific's health and nutrition market diverges between premium, claim-driven innovation and cost-sensitive mainstream formats, ingredient suppliers are adapting their products to personalized consumer needs. FrieslandCampina Ingredients' strategy reflects the shift in both consumption and product demand.
5 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Asian consumers want clean, healthy, sensory-rich formulations
Chloe Gao, Global Sensory and Consumer Perceptions Manager at Ingredion, shares how the company helps brands meet these evolving expectations
4 min |
November 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Vietnam's durian farmers power up with XAG drones
AS VIETNAM experiences the \"durian gold rush,\" farmers are turning to smart agri-tech, notably XAG agricultural drones, to stay ahead. In the Mekong Delta, where durian exports have soared to $3.3 billion, growers use drones to cut costs, improve yields, and work more safely, adapting quickly to the demands of this booming fruit market.
2 min |
September 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Matcha's popularity is fueling innovation beyond beverages
The trend reflects consumer preference for natural ingredients that promote mental and physical well- being, according to GlobalData
2 min |
September 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Packaging fresh pasta?
Sustainable flowpacks are the preferred packaging format, says SÜDPACK
2 min |
September 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
A crisis of trust in the food aisle
WHY does reading a food label feel like you need a translation tool to fully understand it?
3 min |
September 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
The 5Ms challenge to leaders towards excellence at home and at work
FILIPINOS are recognized for their creativity and leadership but often struggle to sustain their efforts.
7 min |
September 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Strategic opportunities in the nutraceuticals market
AHEAD of Vitafoods Asia, Informa Markets held a panel discussion on July 29, 2025 to define priorities for scaling credible, research-backed nutraceutical products across the Asia-Pacific region.
3 min |
September 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Unfolding the canvas of innovation: A glimpse into the "Flavorscape of the Future"
IN THE fast-paced food and beverage industry, every new technology and process innovation has the potential to reshape market dynamics.
4 min |
September 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Human milk probiotics A natural innovation shaping maternal and infant health
IN THE nutrition space, few windows are as critical as the first 1,000 days of life. From conception to age two, 80% of a child's brain develops, shaping sensory systems, memory, and learning capacity. The gut and immune system mature rapidly, transitioning from a protected womb environment to one exposed to external challenges. It's a period where nutrition can influence lifelong health outcomes, including susceptibility to chronic diseases, cognitive performance, and emotional resilience.
3 min |
September 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
How much damage are ultraprocessed foods really doing to your health?
Most ultraprocessed foods (UPFs), particularly those commonly seen in U.S. dietary patterns, are high in saturated fat, added sugars and sodium (salt), the combination of which is often abbreviated as HFSS, and contribute to excess calories.
5 min |
September 2025
FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal
Thailand's future food industry still young but steadily growing
The early-stage sector is gaining traction through innovation, sustainability, and investor interest in alternative proteins and functional ingredients
5 min |