Mulrooney’s Gala bakery invests in Kwik Lok®


Mulrooney’s Gala in Roscrea, Co. Tipperary recently won the prestigious ‘Ireland’s Best Bakery Offering’ award at the National Grocery Retail Awards. To further enhance their renowned bakery, which has delighted customers for over 20 years, they invested in a Kwik Lok® Kwik Fresh 093A Semi-Automatic Bag Closing Machine. Shane Mulrooney, Operations Manager, expressed pride in the bakery team, attributing their success to hard work and dedication. The Kwik Lok 093A was chosen for its ability to close up to 30 bags per minute, improving efficiency and allowing the bakery staff to focus on crafting exceptional bread. Its portability and secure closure enhance the presentation of their baked goods. Gwen Culbert, Bakery Manager, highlighted the machine’s impact on their workflow, noting its speed, ease of use, and the polished finish it adds to their products. Mulrooney recommends the Kwik Lok 093A for any bakery


looking to streamline operations and elevate product presentation. Mulrooney’s Gala, a family-run


business with five stores in Co. Tipperary continues to thrive with a loyal customer base and a dedicated team.


Corbion acquires bread improver business from Novotech


Corbion has announced its acquisition of the bread improver business from Novotech Food Ingredients, based in Delhi, India. This strategic move is designed to strengthen Corbion’s presence in the Asia Pacific region and is a significant step in the company’s ongoing strategy to expand geographically and diversify its product portfolio. By acquiring Novotech’s bread improver business,


Corbion enhances its ability to deliver a broader range of functional solutions tailored to the specific needs of the Indian market. This acquisition not only increases Corbion’s regional footprint but also enables the company to provide greater


value


and variety to its customers in India and across the Asia Pacific region. Andy Muller, President


of Corbion’s Functional Ingredients and Solutions division, emphasised the strategic


this acquisition.


locally developed products into our portfolio, we are better positioned to meet the diverse needs of our customers and strengthen our collaboration with India- based global clients. Leveraging local manufacturing strengths reinforces our role as a global solutions provider with deep regional insights.” Novotech’s bread improver business is renowned


for its high-quality, innovative solutions, making it a natural fit with Corbion’s existing offerings. This addition enhances Corbion’s ability to deliver a wider array of solutions to meet the evolving needs of its global customer base.


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acquisition marks a significant milestone for Corbion as we continue to expand our presence in India. By integrating these


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