Europe’s ice cream culture is a fascinating blend of tradition and innovation, spanning from Italian gelaterias to Scandinavian dessert bars. Behind the scenes, a diverse array of production methods and flavor trends shape the continent’s frozen dessert landscape. From artisanal crafters to large-scale manufacturers, each contributes to the rich tapestry of flavors that define European ice cream. But which countries are faring best in the competitive frozen landscape? The EU produced 3.2 billion liters of ice cream in 2022, up 5% from the year before, according to Eurostat. Germany produced 62 ..read more

The consumption of fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, and green herbs is crucial for a balanced diet. While fresh produce is commonly preferred, frozen alternatives offer numerous advantages. By MarketsandMarkets The quick-freezing method facilitated the preservation of foods’ taste and texture, increasing its consumer appeal, which became the upcoming industry’s USP leading to the establishment of the frozen fruits & vegetables industry as we know it today. According to an article published by the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) in November 2022, a survey found that 86% of the more than ..read more

In this edition of Frozen Food Europe, we tried to focus on the ‘green side’: in the “Frozen vegetables and fruit market” topic, you’ll read about a survey revealing that 86% of people agree that having frozen fruits and vegetables makes it easier to eat more produce. In the same survey, 83% reported that frozen fruits and vegetables help them to reduce food waste and save money due to the key attributes of frozen such as longer shelf life and the ability to prepare only what consumers need. Additionally, 76% of respondents agreed that frozen fruits and vegetables help them eat produce that th ..read more

Faerch Group celebrated a landmark moment with the Grand Opening of its state-of-the-art Cirrec plant in Duiven, marking a significant milestone in its journey to transform the rigid food packaging industry. With an investment spanning five years, Faerch has industrialized its innovative Cirrec technology to address the industry’s critical need for handling recyclable plastic packaging material as value that should be used repeatedly instead of ending in landfills and incineration. Hansen expressed gratitude to Faerch colleagues, the Cirrec team in Duiven, partners in recycling, collection, pr ..read more

As a nationally renowned leader in the cold chain sector, Ti Cold collaborated with Agile to design and construct a facility that prioritizes energy efficiency, sophisticated warehouse management, and value-added services for providers of frozen and refrigerated food. Government representatives, dignitaries, and other distinguished guests were drawn to this intricate project because to its rapid turnaround and technological innovations. Ti Cold proceeded quickly to finish this brand-new, multi-temperature, cutting-edge cold storage facility after breaking ground in May 2023. The site’s advanta ..read more

FPS Food Process Solutions, a global leader in turn-key freezing and cooling equipment, opens a new office in Ambli, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, a major commercial center known for its roots in industrial and food manufacturing. The FPS India office will act as a hub for business activities – a value-added benefit for FPS customers. This includes the provision of sales, parts, service, and retrofits. With the addition of subsidiaries Charlottetown Metal Products and GEM Equipment of Oregon, and partner OptiCept Technologies, the FPS Global Family has created a full product offering for a “one s ..read more

Grupo Bimbo names Rafael Pamias CEO and former CEO Daniel Servitje becomes Executive Chair, effective May 1, 2024. With these changes, the company is looking to improve its corporate governance and strategic supervision, while strengthening its structure to better face the complexity of the growth and expansion achieved over the past years, while ensuring the continuity of its Philosophy and Culture, Grupo Bimbo said in a press release. The Executive Chair will focus on strategic decision making, ensuring the alignment of the true long-term view, as well as the interests of the shareholders an ..read more

In a constantly developing market, De Marchi maintains its prominent position by investing in innovative technologies. The company decided to further automate its production line to increase its product quality and yield. Since installing a TOMRA 5B sorting machine in February 2023, there have been clear improvements in product sorting and volumes – results which indicate this partnership has only just begun. The De Marchi Group’s operations range from the large-scale cultivation of fruit, vegetables and greens to the production of many different frozen foods and “in Nature” foods for Brazil a ..read more

The RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre will host the PLMA’s 2024 World of Private Label International Trade Show on May 28 and 29, 2024. Over 2,950 exhibitors from over 73 nations will occupy over 43,500 m2 of exhibit area. Fresh, frozen, chilled food, dry goods, beverages, and a variety of non-food categories such as cosmetics, health and beauty, kitchen and household goods, garden supplies, housewares, and more will all be on exhibit. The show floor will span 14 halls, including nine for food and five for non-food. It will feature 67 national and regional pavilions. “Our high-impact global even ..read more

Alternative proteins are gathering more attention from start-ups, investors, and the overall food industry. While consumers are only accustomed to plant-based products for now, the future relies heavily on proteins created in labs. To learn more about this, I recently spoke to Dr. Nils Borchard, head of Research and Innovation at the German Agricultural Society (DLG). FFE: What is the current state of the alternative proteins industry? DLG: At DLG we established last year an expert committee, and there we bring those who know better what we talk about. I guess there are several sources, insect ..read more