Epta unveils its new Iarp Alba display cases at HostMilano 2025, designed for frozen desserts and beverages with improved efficiency and sustainability.

Hulo, a Netherlands-based water technology company developing AI tools to identify leaks in water networks, has raised €2.3 million in seed funding to support international growth.

CEO and co-founder Ryan Emmons discusses how the Hawaii-based company expanded from a local start-up into a B Corp–certified brand promoting circular packaging and community impact.

Poland is set to launch a nationwide deposit return system (DRS) in 2026, and reverse vending machine manufacturer Rekbot has partnered with industrial computing specialist Arbor to accelerate deployment of its new technology.

Soufflet Malt has unveiled a new malt-based coffee drink at Drinktec 2025 in Munich (15-19 September), positioning the innovation as a sustainable and caffeine-free alternative within the hot beverages category.

Nestlé Professional has introduced a new material made from used coffee grounds and plastic waste, which is now being used in its Nescafé self-serve furniture units.

The Rainforest Alliance has announced the launch of a new regenerative agriculture certification solution, designed to provide farmers and companies with a science-based standard to track their impact on soil health and biodiversity.

Duni Group has introduced its digital reuse system, Relevo, to the Swedish foodservice market in partnership with distributor Carepa.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has released a draft proposal to authorise the creation of a voluntary, industry-led programme to collect and recycle soft plastic packaging from consumers.

Nespresso Canada has expanded its green bag recycling programme across all Quebec municipalities that operate sorting centres and have agreements with Éco Entreprises Québec (ÉEQ).

Epta has unveiled Unit, the first refrigerated display case under its Larp brand designed entirely according to circular economy principles.

Simão Pedro de Lima shares insights into Expocacer’s approach to sustainability, the certifications that matter and how operators can better communicate ethical credentials to their customers.