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.

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.

Spanish bakery group Monbake has appointed former Reckitt director Borja Lomba Sorrondegui as CEO, replacing Aurelio Antuna who becomes chairman. The leadership change comes as the CVC-owned company continues European expansion.

COFALEC's new Secretary General Carlotta Trucillo addresses supply chain pressures facing industrial bakers, including molasses price volatility from climate events and rising energy costs. The confederation's Brussels move supports regulatory engagement while members develop clean label solutions reducing salt by 40% and liquid yeast systems cutting packaging waste. Yeast innovation through strain selection supports premium products and sustainability goals.

Lantmännen Unibake Sweden, the company behind the well-known Korvbrödsbagarn brand, has announced a substantial investment of approximately SEK 700 million to construct a new production facility in Örebro. This strategic expansion represents one of the most significant developments in Sweden's industrial baking sector and underscores the company's commitment to meeting rising demand for specialty bread products.