AUSPACK Video News Bulletin #3

In the lead-up to Australasia's biggest processing and packaging industry trade show, AUSPACK 2022, we bring you the third in a series of regular video news updates on what you can expect at the show.

In this bulletin, we cover all things robotics and automation, speak to Peter Bradbury, channel manager at ABB, and highlight a few exhibitors with technology that will be of interest to industry visitors. 

Food & Drink Business

Nestlé Germany is testing cocoa-free chocolate alternatives in its confectionery portfolio, launching a new “Snack Vibes” line under its Choco Crossies brand made using ChoViva, a cocoa-free chocolate ingredient developed by German food-tech company Planet A Foods.

The New South Wales government has awarded $1.1 million to All G through the latest round of its Biosciences Fund, and announced a new $20 million funding program to support companies developing high-tech innovations in New South Wales.

The Hunter Valley Wine & Tourism Association, McLaren Vale Wine Region and Riverland Wine will deliver Wine Australia’s 2026 Next Crop program, aiming to equip emerging leaders with practical skills to support the long-term resilience of the grape and wine sector.