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BENEO, one of the leading manufacturers of functional ingredients, has announced a 50% production capacity increase at its facility in Wijgmaal, Belgium. Officials say a two-stage, $56 million expansion responds to rising customer demand for its rice starches and will lead to increased capacity by March 2022. 

Coffee specialties like cappuccino, latte macchiato and café au lait are all characterized by a creamy milk foam. CAVAMAX ® W6 cyclodextrin from WACKER improves the foaming properties of these barista toppings. Thanks to CAVAMAX ® W6, the toppings whether dairy or plant-based, feature a high foam volume, uniform structure and long-lasting stability.

Ingredion Incorporated, a global provider of ingredient solutions, announced the completion of its rice manufacturing expansion in Banglen, Thailand. The expansion is part of the company’s ongoing investment strategy to support customers globally through the growth of its speciality food ingredients business.

Ingredion Incorporated, a global provider of ingredient solutions, announced that Jeremy Xu has been named senior vice president, and chief innovation officer, effective October 1.

ABITEC Corporation, an ABF Ingredients company, announced that it has acquired Larodan AB, a manufacturer and international marketer of state of the art, high-purity research grade lipids. This strategic acquisition will expand ABITEC’s functional lipid product offerings and scientific capabilities to better serve the pharmaceutical, nutritional and industrial market sectors.

Omya has rebuilt and expanded its calcium carbonate production plant in Orgon, France, creating a substantially higher capacity for its functionalized calcium carbonate product platform, a new packaging line and an on-site warehouse. The modern facility produces the company’s mineral grades for food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and cosmetic applications in accordance with the most stringent sustainability and quality standards.

Vie-Del Company, a family-owned grape processor and supplier of bulk juices, concentrate, brandy, wine and spirits in Fresno, Calif., announced that it signed a definitive agreement with Constellation Brands US Operations, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Constellation Brands, Inc., to acquire CBUSO’s grape concentrate and high-color concentrate business.

Danisco Planit™ marks the latest evolution in DuPont’s plant-based ingredient portfolio – a comprehensive range of functional ingredients and application expertise for food and beverages made with a ‘planet forward,’ sustainable approach. 

PureCircle brings global innovation and manufacturing expertise, enabling Ingredion to leverage its global go-to-market model, formulation capabilities and broad ingredient portfolio.

Malt Products Corporation (MPC), a manufacturer of malted barley extract and other natural, nutritious sweeteners, has experienced an uptick in demand for its all-natural sweeteners in the burgeoning vegan ice cream market. The increased interest showcases both heightened consumer engagement with pantry-friendly ingredients and the particulars of providing vegan dairy alternatives with attractive taste and texture.