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Nestle Malaysia has been slapped with a written summons over the alleged ‘unauthorised and/or unlawful’ use of a QR code by a technology company, which is suing for the sum of RM139mn (US$34mn). ©iStock

Nestle Malaysia faces US$34mn lawsuit over allegations of unauthorised QR code usage

Nestle Malaysia has been slapped with a written summons over the alleged ‘unauthorised and/or unlawful’ use of a QR code by a technology company, which is suing for the sum of RM139mn (US$34mn).

Third category beer: Malt alternatives a focus for Japanese giant Sapporo

Japanese beer maker Sapporo Breweries is to devote more attention to so-called ‘third category beers’ – those which use malt alternatives such as soy and pea protein - in its home market this year.

‘Go-to region’ for food firms: Asia Pacific to see fastest F&B market growth to 2030

The Asia Pacific region has come out on top in terms of expected growth for multiple food and beverage markets globally, and is expected to become the biggest F&B region for consumption worldwide by 2030, according to a new report.

Trace what matters: Is Blockchain the solution to food safety, quality and brand reputation?

Blockchain technology is now a commonly discussed topic in the food manufacturing industry, but what tangible benefits can it deliver? In this edition of Asia’s Food Future: Industry 4.0, we zoom in on this topic to assess its potential across food safety,...

GALLERY: Environmentally-friendly packaging from Japan

From recycled PET bottles to paper packaging, we look at some of the environmentally-friendly food and beverage packaging from Japan.

Digital design: Greater scope for Chinese firms to embrace dynamic packaging opportunities

Chinese food and beverage firms need to better embrace the latest digital design technologies in order to keep up with the times and accelerate the nation’s manufacturing skills in line with the government’s Made in China 2025 programme.

Mars’ three-pronged strategy for sustainable packaging success

Confectionery giant Mars has three underlined its three strategies for sustainable packaging - materials and design innovation, recycling infrastructure, and consumer behaviour.

‘Challenging environment’: Heineken Malaysia announces price hikes despite positive 2018 results

Heineken Malaysia will be raising its product prices as a response to the ‘challenging environment’ in in country, despite reporting very positive results in its 2018 year-end financial report.

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Milk sellers in Punjab are protesting the Punjab Food Authority’s (PFA) discarding of large quantities of milk based on adulteration concerns, arguing that there is a lack of substantial evidence to prove their fears. ©Getty Images

‘Clear bias’: Punjab milk sellers protest government disposal of fresh milk ‘without substantial argument’

Australian food manufacturer and innovator Flavour Creations is looking to cause a stir in the food industry with its no-melt ice cream, which originally formed part of its medical nutrition line. ©Flavour Creations

From aged care to mainstream: Flavour Creations’ no-melt ice cream looks to shake up the market

To combat the prevalence of fake food, Chinese authorities said that they would impose heavier penalties on violators and offer whistleblowers "handsome rewards". ©Getty Images

China fights fake food: Authorities vow to 'bankrupt' firms responsible and 'reward' whistle blowers

The Gulfood Innovation Awards 2019 saw each of 12 companies go home with one of the much sought-after awards in the bag. We caught up with all the winners after the show to find out more about their secrets to success.

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Investing in cutting-edge research, providing groundbreaking new choices for consumers and creating a massive marketing buzz have been hailed as the three factors that have spurred plant-based meat company Impossible Foods success to date. ©Impossible Foods

‘Explosion of flavours’: Impossible Foods tells all on how to stand out in the plant-based crowd

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