The new design offers dairy, personal care and plant-based processors a higher level of hygiene and food safety, SPX FLOW said.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — SPX FLOW, Inc., a provider of process solutions for the nutrition, health and industrial markets, has announced a new APV Aseptic Rapid Recovery System. The new technology, featuring steam barriers and pressurization, is the one of the first with this design for high-value and sensitive products. The design offers dairy and plant-based processors a sustainable way to increase productivity, reduce waste and provide greater product yields while offering the highest level of food safety.

The market for ambient yogurt and dessert —?which use aseptic systems — is on the rise. Ambient yogurts are heat-treated after fermentation, providing similar benefits as cold yogurt but with a longer shelf life. These products demand an aseptic setup for downstream process. SPX FLOW's new recovery system is a perfect fit for this application, the company said, saving more high-value product through a quicker cleaning process. It can also be used for other high-viscosity products, including creams, cosmetics and nutraceuticals.

"Customers no longer need to flush valuable products down the drain," said Pranav Shah, SPX FLOW Market Director of Dairy, Beverage and Plant-Based. "This exciting new offering for our customers can help across the board — from a more sustainable process to less plant downtime to higher yields for neutral pH, low acidic products."

The Aseptic Rapid Recovery System is designed to clear product from process pipes in a more sustainable way —?using approximately 60 to 70 percent less water compared to other cleaning systems. The Rapid Recovery System can easily retrofit into existing plants, providing them the ability to expand their product lines into more ambient offerings.

"One of the best parts is that businesses do not need to overhaul their system to benefit from these upgrades," Shah says. "The parts are accessible, serviceable and ergonomic, so they fit into small spaces without having to make major changes." 

Customers using the Rapid Recovery System will have peace of mind knowing that they have the highest quality products and customer service by choosing SPX FLOW, the company said. Parts are traceable and the system is optimized for aftermarket parts, including valves, actuators and gaskets that are already in inventory. 

"We're always looking to be on the forefront when it comes to helping our customers with their sustainability, hygiene and safety goals," says Shah. "With this growing trend in ambient and long-life food and beverage products, we hope that more businesses will be able to use the benefits of this system to grow and innovate for their customers, as well." 

A few of the leading industry drivers include the presence of key food safety regulations and strict monitoring by food safety organizations, the report said.

SELBYVILLE, Del. — As per the report published by Global Market Insights Inc., the global Food Pathogen Testing Market size is estimated to cross $9 billion by 2030, progressing at a compound annual growth rate of 7.9% from 2022 to 2030. 

A few of the leading industry drivers include the presence of key food safety regulations and strict monitoring by food safety organizations. For instance, in the UK, the Food Safety Agency (FSA) was established to address the concerns associated with outbreaks of foodborne illnesses caused by pathogens. Implementation of programs focusing on imported foods, hygiene policy, and compliance to reduce foodborne disease will foster pathogen testing developments.

Lack of awareness and compliance with food & safety norms among manufacturers in developing countries, in addition to infrastructure deficit, are key factors that could hamper the industry growth. A shifting focus toward advanced storage infrastructure, enhanced food control capabilities and improved awareness may help to tackle the market restrictions.   

Rising incidences of food poisoning necessitates campylobacter contaminant testing

The study finds that global food pathogen testing market share from campylobacter contaminants will depict over 6.5% CAGR from 2022 to 2030. Campylobacter is a bacteria associated with food poisoning and bacterial gastroenteritis. It causes foodborne illnesses via consumables such as contaminated chicken, raw dairy products, and undercooked meat. Rising incidences of foodborne illnesses in developed countries with greater consumption of processed or raw meat will expand the use of pathogen testing.

Pathogen testing requirements increase for fruits & vegetables

Food pathogen testing is prominently done for fruits and vegetables to detect GMOs, chemicals, pesticides, and pathogens, says the report. There is a complex supply chain comprising a long cycle of distribution and consumption for the products. Fresh fruits and vegetables stock needs multiple interventions for quality assessment and pathogen testing prior to consumption. The food pathogen testing market share from fruits and vegetables segment is anticipated to exhibit over 7% CAGR between 2022-2030.

Europe to witness large-scale investment in healthcare infrastructure

Europe food pathogen testing market share will expand at nearly 7.8% CAGR up to 2030. The region has witnessed strong efforts to strengthen food security, safety, and hygiene for consumers. Rising investments in overall healthcare infrastructure will support the industry outlook. European governments have invested several billion dollars in local healthcare infrastructure to address outbreaks of foodborne diseases. For example, in 2021, the government in Poland had announced an investment worth over USD 1.6 billion for enhancing its healthcare sector over the coming years.

As the impact of the COVID-19 crisis declines, food manufacturing companies will look to reinforce their supply chain capabilities to ensure better product safety. The changing trends and challenges brought on the pandemic has created a need to develop more secure and sustainable supply chain networks. High consumption of dairy, cereals, packaged meat products and fruits in emerging economies will augment food pathogen testing applications across regions such as Asia Pacific, MEA and Latin America.

The competitive landscape of food pathogen testing industry is comprised of leading organizations such as Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance Limited, Campden BRI, Det Norske Veritas As (Dnv), ILS Limited, RapidBio Systems, Inc., Agilent Technologies, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc, SGS S.A., Intertek Group PLC, Eurofins Scientific, Asurequality, ALS Limited, Genetic Id Na Inc., Silliker, Inc., Genon Laboratories Ltd, and Genevac Ltd., among many others. These firms are focused on expanding their market position by means of new regional partnerships and acquisitions.

Gary Pilnick appointed CEO Designate of North America Cereal Co., and the company announced five more leadership positions.

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Kellogg Company today announced several key appointments to the future leadership team of North America Cereal Co.:

As announced in June 2022, Kellogg Company plans to separate three of its businesses – Global Snacking Co., North America Cereal Co., and Plant Co. – to enable each business to unlock its full standalone potential. North America Cereal Co. will be a cereal leader in the U.S., Canada, and Caribbean, with a portfolio of iconic, world-class brands, including Kellogg's, Frosted Flakes, Froot Loops, Mini-Wheats, Special K, Raisin Bran, Rice Krispies, Corn Flakes, Kashi, and Bear Naked. As a standalone company, North America Cereal Co. will have greater strategic focus and operational flexibility, and will direct capital and resources toward unlocking growth, regaining category share, and restoring and expanding profit margins.

"I am thrilled to announce the first key appointments to the future leadership team of North America Cereal Co. Gary is a 22-year Kellogg veteran whose inspiring leadership style, deep knowledge of the business, and central role in defining the Company's successful strategy make him the natural choice to lead North America Cereal Co." said Steve Cahillane, Kellogg Company's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "Gary and his team of seasoned leaders bring significant depth and breadth of experience and extensive knowledge to North America Cereal Co., all of which will enable the business to continue building momentum and capitalize on its compelling long-term opportunities for investment and profit growth, driven by its portfolio of iconic, world-class brands. Notably, Gary was instrumental in some of our most successful strategic initiatives in recent years, including the acquisition of Pringles, which we see as a blueprint for the positive outcomes that arise when additional focus, attention, and investment are combined with world-class brands."

"I am honored and humbled to have been named Chief Executive Officer of North America Cereal Co. and to have the opportunity to carry forward this portfolio of beloved brands with their rich tradition and heritage of innovation," said Gary Pilnick, Chief Executive Officer Designate of North America Cereal Co. "The remarkable story of Kellogg Company began with cereal, and through more than a century of operational success, we have the privilege of taking what has grown into a $2.4 billion business on its next journey as North America Cereal Co. We are excited by its potential as an independent company, and I am confident that the world-class experience and track records of the people joining me on the leadership team will ensure we fulfill that potential. With these appointments, we have the foundation in place to ensure the business thrives as we build a new legacy inspired by what W.K. Kellogg created. We are all eager and ready to unlock the potential of what we see as a 116-year-old startup with some of the most powerful consumer brands." 

The leadership appointments are subject to – and will be effective upon – completion of the planned separation of North America Cereal Co., which is on track to be completed by the end of 2023, following the satisfaction of customary conditions. Additional North America Cereal Co. executive leadership and Board appointments will be made as the separation process progresses. The remainder of the Kellogg Company Executive Committee will remain with Global Snacking Co.

The Company will continue to provide updates on the separation of Kellogg into three independent companies. A dedicated website providing ongoing information about the transaction is available at unleashingourpotential.com.

As a highly respected 22-year veteran of Kellogg and an Executive Committee member since 2003, Gary possesses a deep knowledge of the business. In his current role as Vice Chairman, Corporate Development and Chief Legal Officer of Kellogg Company, Gary is involved in key decisions across every facet of the business, including most recently as part of the team of executives leading the move to separate Kellogg into three independent companies. Gary was a key architect of Kellogg's proven Deploy for Growth strategy and has been heavily involved in shaping the Company's growth portfolio, spearheading many major strategic initiatives including the acquisition of Pringles and the Company's expansion into Africa. He has also overseen a number of complex operational initiatives at Kellogg, which have resulted in demonstrable improvements to the Company's operational efficiency and effectiveness. In addition to his deep understanding of the business, Gary has significant and wide-ranging expertise bridging corporate strategy, M&A, legal, investor relations, and supply chain, amongst other areas. Gary has profound affection for the Company, consistently demonstrating that to those he touches with his engaging and inspiring leadership style. In a career spanning more than three decades, Gary has built substantial experience in the consumer packaged goods sector, his decades at Kellogg having followed leadership roles at Specialty Foods Corporation and Sara Lee Corporation.

Dave is a seasoned financial executive who has held multiple operating Chief Financial Officer roles throughout his nearly 15 years at Kellogg. In addition, he has significant experience in global roles across risk management, treasury, and corporate and financial planning. He brings deep financial and analytical expertise to the Chief Financial Officer role of North America Cereal Co., having served as CFO of the U.S. Snacks business and as CFO of U.S. Retail Sales before moving into his current role as Vice President, Integrated Business Planning. He has played a leading role in several strategic initiatives at Kellogg. His roles prior to Kellogg included positions in commodity risk management and trading.

Sherry brings 20 years of substantial operating experience across the supply chain to her role as Chief Supply Chain Officer of North America Cereal Co. She has been with Kellogg for more than a decade, and in that time, she has held a number of leadership roles spanning manufacturing, category operations, and quality and compliance. In her role as Vice President, Global Food Safety and Quality, Sherry leads the Company's quality and compliance processes globally. She joined Kellogg as part of the Pringles acquisition from Procter & Gamble, where she served in a variety of supply chain roles over nearly 14 years.

As the current General Manager of Kellogg's U.S. Cereal business and one of the industry's foremost experts on ready-to-eat cereal, Doug brings deep and varied experience to the role of Chief Growth Officer of North America Cereal Co. Throughout his more than 25-year career at Kellogg he has built deep commercial expertise and has served in a number of leadership roles, including Senior Vice President, Global Breakfast Category, and Senior Vice President, Marketing and Innovation for U.S. Morning Foods. He is highly respected across the Kellogg world for his knowledge of the ready-to-eat cereal category and our strategic playbook. His role as Chief Growth Officer of North America Cereal Co. will encompass Marketing, R&D, Revenue Growth Management, and Insights & Analytics.

Bruce brings significant, broad-based sales and customer expertise to the role of Chief Customer Officer of North America Cereal Co. Throughout his nearly 25 years at Kellogg, Bruce has held a variety of leadership roles across sales and customer marketing in both cereal and snacks, including as Senior Vice President, Western Customer Teams, and Senior Vice President, National Customer Teams. On top of his current role as Vice President, Customer Strategy and Planning, he has led significant projects to integrate, optimize and position the Company, and his team members, for future growth. Prior to Kellogg, Bruce held sales roles at Mott's USA and The Dial Corporation.

In her current position as Senior Director, Strategic Initiatives, Shannon plays a leading role in managing the separation of Kellogg into three independent companies, making her the ideal choice to take on the future role of North America Cereal Co.'s Chief Transformation Officer. Shannon has an impressive track record of leading transitions and transformations, including Kellogg's $1.3 billion sale of the Keebler business and the construction and execution of the related Transition Services Agreement (TSA). Her nearly 10-year career at Kellogg includes having served as the finance and accounting lead within Global Business Services.  

About the Planned Separation of Kellogg into Three Independent Public Companies

As previously announced, Kellogg is taking bold next steps on its portfolio transformation journey and intends to separate three of its businesses – Global Snacking Co., North America Cereal Co., and Plant Co. – to enable each business to unlock its full standalone potential.

The three businesses would be the following:

All three businesses will be better positioned to:

The new digital platform is for young innovators and entrepreneurs who want to learn new knowledge and skills, test an idea or grow their businesses.

VEVEY, Switzerland — As part of its Global Youth Initiative, Nestlé launched the Nestlé Youth Entrepreneurship Platform (YEP), a new digital platform for young innovators and entrepreneurs who want to learn new knowledge and skills, test an idea or grow their businesses in areas ranging from food science and technology to the development of products and services — including regenerative agriculture and sustainable packaging.

YEP brings together all Nestlé's existing innovation initiatives and programs in one place. The platform gives young innovators access to The Nestlé Entrepreneurship Academy plus dedicated programs to grow knowledge, learn new skills and gain experience. It also offers customized content and resources from specific geographies.

Stefan Palzer, Nestlé CTO, said, "At Nestlé we work with startups, entrepreneurs, innovators and researchers to drive innovation, bring good ideas to market fast and provide nutritious, sustainable and affordable products for a growing world population."

"Our new digital platform supports young people to bring great ideas to life across the food value chain, shaping the future of food!"

Key programs available on Nestlé's Youth Entrepreneurship Platform include:

According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), two out of every five young people are either unemployed or have a job that keeps them in poverty. For this reason, Nestlé launched Nestlé Needs YOUth in 2013. The company's Global Youth Initiative helps young people gain the skills they need to thrive in tomorrow's workplaces. Around the world, it has benefited more than 4 million young people across the three pillars, employability, agripreneurship and entrepreneurship. 

Entrepreneurship can be a positive choice, a means of unlocking innovation, skills and energy to drive economic and social progress. Through the new platform, Nestlé is encouraging this, and is investing in early-stage companies and helping young entrepreneurs to put their ideas into practice."

"Young entrepreneurs need guidance, support, and above all, opportunities and platforms where their voices can be heard and their ideas realized. This includes building their knowledge and skills, testing their ideas in real-life situations, getting feedback from their audiences and receiving support to take their concept to the next level" said Laurent Freixe, Nestlé's CEO for Latin America and founder of the Nestlé Needs YOUth initiative.

"The Nestlé Youth Entrepreneurship Platform will help equip them with the skills, experience and mindset they need to kick-start their idea and business." 

The company said the CEO transition will strengthen and accelerate its growth by driving innovation in the lab testing market and expanding production capacity to better serve customers.

SAN ANTONIO — Certified Group, a provider of testing and regulatory consulting services in North America, has announced Amanda Bosse as CEO. Bosse succeeds John Bellinger, who will remain with the company as its Chairman. Certified Group aims to provide mission critical and time sensitive testing and regulatory consulting services to the food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, cannabis, nicotine, hemp and other regulated end markets.

Bosse brings over 20 years of global experience in pharmaceutical and science led service businesses. She has experience in growing complex service businesses in regulated environments, building and enabling high-performing teams, and proven track record in leadership roles across strategy, commercial operations and business, Certified Group said.

Previously, Bosse was President of Drug Product Services at Thermo Fisher Scientific, a provider of life sciences and diagnostics. In this role, she led Drug Product Services Business, inclusive of oral solid dose and sterile injectables, serving customers across development and commercial operations. Prior to Thermo Fisher Scientific, she held multiple senior roles of increasing responsibility for Patheon Pharmaceuticals, an a pharma services solutions provider for drug development, clinical trial logistics, and commercial manufacturing.

"Certified is well-positioned as a leading provider of differentiated lab testing services and I see immense opportunity in serving our growing end markets through continued M&A and service expansion, all supported by an excellent team. It is an honor to lead this exceptional company and advance its role as a premier laboratory testing platform in North America," said Amanda Bosse, CEO, Certified Group. "I look forward to working closely with John and this talented team as we further strengthen and expand our product offering, capabilities, and reach."