More than just a date: the latest date coding technology for snacks

December 10, 2018

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The global snack food market is growing at an incredible pace. According to market researchers GlobalData, the savoury snacks sector was valued at US$105.7 billion in 2017 and is forecast to record a CAGR of 6.1% during 2017–2022 to reach US$142 billion by 2022. Flexible packaging is still the most commonly used package material in...
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by Anurag Mitra

Four innovative frying solutions to help meet the new EU regulation on acrylamide

August 14, 2018

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4 mins read

We all love a bag of chips. And while there are more and more baked varieties available, nothing beats a thinly sliced, crispy piece of fried potato! However, with the EU’s new regulation on the reduction of acrylamide now in force, manufacturers are under increased pressure to reduce the effects of the Maillard reaction that...
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Sugar no more – how gummies are reinventing themselves

July 23, 2018

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It’s no secret that consumers across the world have become increasingly concerned about the food they consume. In particular, sugar confectionery has been affected by the growing health consciousness and new labelling restrictions. As calls for new sugar limitation guidelines and cleaner/clearer labels are getting louder, the $55.5 billion sugar confectionery sector is feeling the...
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What’s new in nuts? Top trends driving sales

May 17, 2018

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Nuts are thriving in the snack food category. With a global market value of US$15.8bn they are the third biggest market segment in terms of value in the snacks category, right after processed snacks (US$38bn) and potato chips (US$26.7bn).[1] Their success and immense growth show no signs of stopping; with health, convenience and taste key...
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The world is sweet: key trends in confectionery

January 17, 2018

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The global confectionery industry is going strong. Although the shift towards ‘better-for-you’ products and clean labels has increased the pressure on manufacturers to reformulate, consumer demand for sweet snacks shows no signs of slowing down. Characterised by a high level of innovation and driven by a desire for comfort and indulgence, the global confectionery market...
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Global data insights: Snack flavour preferences from around the world

November 21, 2017

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Flavour is everything  when it comes to food. Chances are that if you don’t like the taste of something you won’t eat it – or at least never eat it again. However, when consumers do find a flavour they truly love, they not only keep coming back to it, but also tend to recommend it...
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Middle East and Africa: Key trends driving the local snacks market

October 27, 2017

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5 mins read

Although the Middle East and Africa region is the smallest in the global savoury snacks sector, holding a 2.5% value share in 2016, several trends are quickly changing consumer habits in the area[1]. As South Africa and several Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations undergo rapid industrialisation and urbanisation, shoppers find themselves with more money and...
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Meet the team: Shuntaro Yamasaki

September 21, 2017

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Describe yourself in three words Passion. Improvement. Knowledge.     What is your biggest achievement to date? Introducing a new style of packaging to the Japanese Market.   What do you enjoy the most about your current job? The nice people that work at tna.   What did you want to be when you grew...
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Key trends driving the US snacks market

September 12, 2017

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4 mins read

The US is by far one of the biggest snack consumers in the world. Accounting for 33.2% of the global market for savoury snacks, it’s not just the largest, but also one of the most innovative markets and can be used as a key indicator for upcoming trends. In many ways, what US consumers eat...
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A snacking generation: How to target generation XYZ

September 11, 2017

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When it comes to snacking, not every generation snacks the same. The when, where and what not only depend on our cultural background, social status and location, but are also closely linked to our age. As snack manufacturers bid farewell to the ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach, generational marketing has emerged as a key strategy to connect with...
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