This week's Top 5 stories

By Pippa Haupt | 6 October 2023

Take a look at the stories that caught everyone’s attention on the Food & Drink Business website this week: JBS's $77 million Dinmore investment; Beak & Johnston opens Sydney factory; Robert Iervasi joins SPC Global board; Eden Brew reaches $25m raise goal; and highlights from Alt Proteins 23. 

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Opal explores renewable bio-gas pathway   Read more

Opal explores renewable bio-gas pathway

Opal has taken a step forward in its net zero strategy, partnering with Delorean Corporation to investigate whether organic waste from its Maryvale Paper Mill can be converted into renewable bio-gas.

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27 Nov 2025
Smart packaging move: AWA acquires AIPIA   Read more

Smart packaging move: AWA acquires AIPIA

AWA Alexander Watson Associates has strengthened its position in the fast-growing smart packaging sector with the acquisition of AIPIA, the Active & Intelligent Packaging Industry Association.

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26 Nov 2025
WPO puts packaging on COP30 food-loss agenda   Read more

WPO puts packaging on COP30 food-loss agenda

WPO has marked a milestone at COP30 in Brazil, placing the role of packaging squarely on the global climate agenda – and directly linking it to food loss, food security, and sustainable development.

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26 Nov 2025