NEWS Bakers Basco boosts GPS tracking devices by 50%


Bakers Basco has boosted the use of GPS tracking devices by 50% as part of an ongoing effort to increase efficiencies across its operations and investigations. At a weight of approximately


140g, the custom-made GPS trackers designed by Lightbug are as small as the size of a deck of cards but boast an increased battery life of up to 15 years, Bluetooth 5.0 technology, remote controlled alarms for equipment tracking alerts and NFC capabilities. Since first introducing GPS


technology into its equipment in 2015, the technology has been through a


The trackers are also being used


number of significant upgrades and enhancements, with Bakers Basco significantly upping investment as it has proven to significantly reduce losses and improve recovery levels by its national investigations team to find and reclaim missing equipment.


by Bakers Basco to identify the turn rate for each channel in the business establishing the time it takes for equipment to return from the bakeries customer base, allowing teams to identify which channels and locations have potential bottlenecks and backlogs of equipment. GPS tracking technology continues


to play a key role in a number of successful court cases securing judgement in Bakers Basco’s favour and were involved in 22% of charges made during the last financial year.


BENEO announces extension of its fibre portfolio with barley beta-glucans


Exploding Bakery launches new Black Forest Brownie


Exploding Bakery, the renowned online gift shop for cakes, is thrilled to introduce a royally festive creation that beckons for a moment of indulgence — The Black Forest Brownie. A version of this masterpiece can also be found in Fortnum and Mason. Crafted with love and passion


BENEO has announced the launch of its first barley beta-glucans ingredient, Orafti® β-Fit. Offering unique health benefits, including positive impacts on heart health and blood sugar management, Orafti® β-Fit is a natural and clean label wholegrain barley flour with 20% beta-glucans. As a more affordable solution in the beta-glucans category, it offers additional value for both manufacturers and consumers alike. Functional ingredients such as


barley beta-glucans, with proven health benefits and approved health claims, offer food manufacturers an easy way to create appealing products with convincing front-of-pack communication and a convenient way for consumers


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to choose nutritional products that positively impact heart health. BENEO’s Orafti® β-Fit also allows for


fibre enrichment, thus helping to bridge the fibre gap. It can be used in a wide range of applications including baked goods (such as cakes, muffins, bread, and biscuits), pasta, and cereals, as well as meal replacements. It can also positively impact texture by increasing viscosity, e.g., in dairy (alternatives). In keeping with BENEO’s


commitment to sustainable business practices, Orafti® β-Fit is produced with the use of the entire kernel. There is no waste in production and a 100% valorisation of raw material, with no water resources needed.


by our talented team of bakers, the combination of juicy cherries, Somerset Cider Brandy, nutty almond brownie and a topping of smooth white chocolate erupts in a crescendo of flavours. The company use Casa Luker Colombian chocolate, a family-owned business that has been producing top-quality chocolate for over a century, and prides itself on its commitment to ethical sourcing and sustainability practices. “Our goal at Exploding Bakery is to push the boundaries of flavour by using the real and best ingredients possible which result in cakes that leave a lasting impression. This brownie is the perfect gift of the season and comes inside a plastic free letterbox friendly box that can be delivered from our bakery to any doorstep nationwide,” the company says.


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