Italian ingredient specialist Millbio acquires US manufacturer Cain Foods through private equity firm Apheon, creating a vertically integrated clean-label bakery solutions platform spanning Europe, Asia and the Americas with combined fermentation, manufacturing and R&D capabilities.

New research reveals 18% of British holidaymakers pack bread when travelling abroad, prompting Warburtons to develop protective luggage cases. Consumer data shows 50% of UK travellers take food from home, highlighting potential opportunities for European bakeries in tourist markets and travel-friendly packaging innovation.

Middleby Bakery, a global leader in industrial baking solutions, is set to make a significant impact at IBIE 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada, US. With an extensive portfolio of trusted brands and cutting-edge innovations, Middleby is redefining the efficient automation of quality product processing lines and system integrations, establishing a new standard for industrial baking innovation.

Finsbury Food Group acquires 70% stake in Lola's Cupcakes for £25m, marking entry into direct-to-consumer market. Strategic move combines manufacturing expertise with digital capabilities in premium celebration cake sector.

The baked goods and cereal sector represents one of the most dynamic and strategic areas of the food industry and will be among the key players at the next edition of Cibus Tec, scheduled to take place in Parma (Italy) from October 27 to 30, 2026.

NFDT launches Level 3 Lead Baker Diploma in England to upskill bakery supervisors. New NFDT Academy supports wider technical and leadership training.

A consumer study by NoPalm Ingredients found yeast oil is significantly more preferred than palm oil in Germany and France. Seen as healthier and more eco-friendly, yeast oil boosts appeal and purchase intent, offering industrial bakers a palm-free, sustainable fat alternative with proven EU label acceptance.

Cargill implements comprehensive decarbonisation across its global cocoa supply chain, installing solar power in Ghana, biomass boilers using cocoa shells in Côte d'Ivoire, electric barges in Netherlands, and renewable energy systems. The sustainability transformation spans West African origin countries to European processing facilities, targeting 30% emissions reduction by 2030 through circular waste management and clean energy adoption.