Food & Drink Processing & Packaging Issue 57 2025 | Page 68

Uncover innovation in processing & packaging at IFE Manufacturing 2025

IFE Manufacturing 2025 , part of Food , Drink & Hospitality Week , is the UK ’ s leading event connecting food & drink manufacturers and brands with the latest ingredients , packaging solutions , and processing technologies .
Taking place on 17-19 March at Excel London , the event will provide a comprehensive platform for industry professionals to explore cutting-edge innovations , connect with suppliers , and gain critical insights from thought leaders .
This year ’ s edition of IFE Manufacturing will welcome a wide range of companies specialising in food and beverage processing , ingredients , and packaging . Exhibitors such as Adpak
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Machinery Systems , Weightpack , and Kecol Pumping Systems Ltd will showcase state-of-the-art machinery designed to streamline production and improve efficiency . Berlin Packaging and Glassworks International will highlight innovative packaging solutions that align with sustainability goals , while Swiss Pack Europe and VPac Packaging Leicester Limited will present flexible packaging options catering to modern consumer demands .
On the ingredient side , exhibitors such as Angel Yeast , Lallemand Bio- Ingredients , and Ebro Ingredients will demonstrate the latest advancements in fermentation , functional food components , and clean-label solutions . Sustainability and food safety remain a priority , with Safe Spice A . S . leading discussions on ingredient sterilisation and Plant Lipids UK Ltd showcasing natural extracts and essential oils .
Alongside its wide range of innovative exhibiting brands , IFE Manufacturing will feature a dynamic seminar programme on the Trends & Innovation Platform , tackling crucial industry topics such as artificial intelligence , sustainability , allergen management , and supply chain resilience .
One of the standout sessions , ‘ AI in Manufacturing : Driving Innovation , Efficiency , and Resilience ’, will explore how artificial intelligence is