Frozen Food Europe

“These awards are a further recognition of who we are and how we work, they confirm our leadership not only in technology, but in our ability to turn innovation into impact through the excellence of our people, the agility of our innovation roadmap and the continuous collaboration with our partners,” commented François Audo, CEO of Enex Technologies. frozenfoodeurope.com/enex-technolog…

New data from the Power of Frozen in Retail report, unveiled by AFFI at its annual Frozen Food Convention, points to a marked shift in consumer behavior with implications across the food industry. The report shows that frozen foods are now purchased with greater intention. Some 77% of shoppers say they buy frozen items with a specific meal or day in mind, up from 71% in 2023. What was once a “just in case” purchase has increasingly become a staple of weekly meal planning. frozenfoodeurope.com/frozen-foods-m…

Con-Serve, developed and operated by Considerate Group, is positioned as a data-driven solution designed specifically for hospitality businesses navigating increasingly complex environmental, social and governance requirements. The platform integrates the scalability of real estate data systems with operational insight tailored to hotels and tourism assets. frozenfoodeurope.com/eea-partners-w…

“Packaging plays a vital role in preventing food waste. When designed strategically, it helps protect product value, support reliable operations and reduce the hidden costs that often accumulate under challenging supply chain conditions,” said Paulus Goëss, COO Corrugated Solutions at Mondi. frozenfoodeurope.com/mondi-highligh…

The earlier a contaminant is identified, the less value has been added to the product, minimising both product loss and rework costs. By Kati Hope, Global Key Account Manager, Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection Metal detection and x-ray inspection systems, installed in the correct place on a production line, can also stop physical contaminants from damaging blades, pumps or other sensitive machinery, which could otherwise lead to downtime and expensive repairs. frozenfoodeurope.com/understanding-…

“The strong level of participation in this edition demonstrates the resilience of the sector, even in a complex international context such as the current one. Thanks to its 50 years of experience, Alimentaria continues to be an essential internationalisation platform for our industry”, said Antoni Llorens, president of Alimentaria. frozenfoodeurope.com/alimentariahos…

According to American Bakers Association, commercial bakers source around 85% of their core ingredients domestically, supporting close integration with U.S. agriculture. The baking industry itself contributes nearly 800,000 jobs nationwide. frozenfoodeurope.com/us-food-and-ag…

The Strait of Hormuz functions as a critical node not only for energy but also for containerised trade. With traffic severely reduced and major carriers restricting services to Gulf ports, capacity constraints are spreading across global shipping networks. Approximately 10% of the container fleet is reportedly trapped within the region, while rerouting via the Cape of Good Hope is extending transit times by up to two weeks. frozenfoodeurope.com/hormuz-shock-e…

“We have managed to bring different technologies together from different sectors so we can create a single processing line for individual freezing,” explains one of JBT Marel’s Sales Managers, Sergio Rabadan. “Thanks to integration of Urtasun with Frigoscandia and other JBT Marel businesses, we are now able to offer customers complete solutions whereas before customers would have to source certain systems from other providers.” frozenfoodeurope.com/jbt-marels-sol…

The acquisition forms part of a broader expansion strategy as Le Duff Group targets USD 4 billion in revenue across its portfolio, which spans bakery, ready meals, catering chains and property activities. The group’s brands include Bridor, Gourming and restaurant concepts such as Brioche Dorée, Del Arte and La Madeleine. Panamar Bakery Group, a family-owned business with a strong presence in retail, hospitality and foodservice, produces and distributes frozen bakery products, including bread, Viennese pastries and pâtisserie items. The company offers more than 1,200 product lines under several brands and exports to over 20 countries, supported by an integrated production and distribution network. frozenfoodeurope.com/bridor-le-duff…

The event, scheduled for April 15-16 at the Baird Center in Milwaukee, is expected to bring together industry professionals seeking solutions tailored to the operational challenges of dairy processing. Urschel will use the platform to highlight a range of cutting systems designed to improve throughput and product consistency across production lines. frozenfoodeurope.com/urschel-showca…

Co-organized by MTP Group and BolognaFiere Group, the event builds on the established MARCA concept developed in Italy, combining a trade exhibition with a structured program of conferences and business matchmaking. The initiative is designed to bring together the full private label value chain, from manufacturers and co-packers to retail decision-makers, within a single platform. frozenfoodeurope.com/marca-poland-2…

With the addition of Organic Frozen Ravioli, Natural Grocers continues to expand its private label range, focusing on products that combine organic sourcing, straightforward ingredient standards and accessible pricing for everyday grocery shoppers. frozenfoodeurope.com/natural-grocer…

Amy’s Kitchen received the recognition in part for expanding the reach of organic foods into more households while helping consumers better understand the standards behind certified organic production. In 2025, the company introduced organic meals to 45 million new households and maintained the leading dollar share within the organic segment across several frozen and shelf-stable categories, including frozen entrées, pizza, burritos and snacks, and ready-to-eat soups. frozenfoodeurope.com/amys-kitchen-n…

As part of the collaboration, Rick Allen will join FPS as Director of Global Utilities. In this role, Allen will focus on establishing a stronger technical foundation for utilities processes across the organization while helping to expand the company’s engineering capacity to support increasing international demand. frozenfoodeurope.com/fps-food-proce…

“Sea Cuisine’s Skillet Meals are made for today’s consumers. We know that consumers are looking for meal options that are easy to prepare, tasty and high in protein and this new lineup of meal options is the answer for the perfect, restaurant-quality, easy weeknight meal,” said Anthony Rasetta, Chief Commercial Officer, High Liner Foods. “We’ve also broadened the frozen seafood meal offerings commonly available to consumers, with sole and salmon options in addition to shrimp, to meet a wider range of tastes and preferences.” frozenfoodeurope.com/high-liner-foo…

MARCA Poland also combines its trade exhibition with a conference program aimed at exploring strategic developments in the region’s private label sector. Industry experts will examine key priorities for Central European markets, while the Innovation and Product Launch Zone will highlight new developments in product design, formulation and packaging. The area will also showcase winners of the MARCA Awards 2026 Best Innovation Product, providing a benchmark for emerging private label excellence. frozenfoodeurope.com/marca-poland-2…

“The addition of Specialty Packaging strengthens our presence in New England while adding meaningful capabilities in packaging distribution, food packaging and equipment—two key strategic priorities for SupplyOne,” said Todd Renehan, President and CEO of SupplyOne. “Chris and Keith have built an organization with a strong customer focus and an excellent reputation in the marketplace. We are excited to welcome their team into SupplyOne and build on their success through our national platform, expanded resources, and an even broader packaging portfolio.” frozenfoodeurope.com/supplyone-expa…

Givaudan Sense Colour said EFSA’s evaluation confirmed the safety of blue galdieria extract, clearing a key regulatory hurdle for broader adoption in food and beverage applications across the European Union. Everzure Galdieria is derived from Galdieria sulphuraria, a species of microalgae. The ingredient was developed in collaboration with the French biotechnology company Fermentalg and is produced through fermentation and extraction processes designed to deliver a vibrant blue hue similar to that of spirulina. frozenfoodeurope.com/givaudan-advan…

From the outside, everything appears consistent, however within each frozen product, density varies, ingredients overlap and physical contaminants can be hidden. This is where x-ray inspection truly excels in meeting demanding inspection challenges. An article by Adam Green, Market Manager, Mettler-Toledo Safeline X-ray frozenfoodeurope.com/solving-frozen…