In recognition of World Food Safety Day, the International Association for Food Protection (IAFP) will provide open access throughout June 2023 to all recorded webinars in the IAFP archives for non-members.

Mettler-Toledo has introduced metal detectors for hazardous locations (HazLoc), ideal for dusty manufacturing environments such as for free-falling powders, grains, and granules. 

bioMérieux has announced the lease signing of a new, 32,000 square foot (sq. ft.) state-of-the-art molecular innovation center at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Detectamet has announced the appointment of Steve Herd as its Chief Commercial Officer, effective May 9, 2023. 

The new MULTIVAC Pouch Loader (MPL) for chamber belt machines has created a semi-automatic solution that significantly improves the processes of filling of film pouches and loading into packaging machines, enhancing overall performance, efficiency, hygiene, and ergonomics.

Key Technology has introduce its new, integrated hyperspectral sorting system for chilled bacon bits.

SGS has announced a partnership with Eezytrace, an innovative software solution that powers data-driven risk management and helps digitize self-check procedures in the foodservice industry.

The International Association for Food Protection (IAFP) announced the Compass Group North America as the 2023 recipient of its Black Pearl Award, which will be presented at IAFP’s Annual Meeting in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, taking place July 16–19.

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has announced Natalie Dyenson as its new Chief Regulatory and Food Safety Officer, effective July 17, 2023.

The SIMBA system collects real-time production, traceability, inventory, and shipping information using touch computers and barcoding.