PFAS are no longer just an issue for food packaging. From conveyor belts and seals to lubricants and processing equipment, these persistent chemicals can be found throughout the bakery production environment. With new EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) requirements now applying to food-contact packaging and broader PFAS restrictions under development, this guide explains where PFAS may occur, what the legislation means and how bakeries can prepare.

Interfood Technology has formalised a partnership with Italian dough equipment specialist Domatic Sartori, adding precision shaping and dividing lines to its UK and Ireland bakery portfolio.

Swedish baking equipment manufacturer Sveba Dahlen will join Midera Food Processing in July 2026, as Middleby Corporation separates its food processing division into a standalone public company.

SIRHA Bake & Snack 2026 transforms European bakery's future as bread, pastry, snacking, and coffee culture converge under one roof at Paris Porte de Versailles, 18–21 January. This isn't just a trade show—it's where traditional baking craft meets food-service innovation, offering artisans, suppliers and decision-makers a strategic platform to navigate the evolving bakery ecosystem beyond loaves and dough.

Bakeries and food manufacturers across Europe now have access to a certified recycling solution for modular plastic conveyor belting, following a partnership between conveyor specialist Intralox, waste management firm PreZero and Recycling Service Centrum (RSC) in The Netherlands.

Italian packaging and food processing machinery exports to the UAE reached €161 million in the first seven months of 2025, with food processing equipment up 87.5% year-on-year. Italy now holds over one-third market share in both sectors as 252 Italian companies prepare for Gulfood Manufacturing in Dubai.

Essential guide for European industrial bakers on metal detector testing protocols. Learn validation, verification, and routine monitoring methods to prevent contamination, meet retailer requirements, and protect brand reputation. Includes testing frequencies, innovation updates and compliance best practices for bakery production lines.

iba 2025: The world's leading baking trade fair returns to Düsseldorf May 18-22. Explore innovations from 983 exhibitors across seven halls featuring international baking competitions, artisan workshops and the latest industry trends. From digital solutions to master classes in German pretzel-making, iba 2025 is the ultimate destination for baking professionals seeking cutting-edge techniques and global networking opportunities.