SupplySide West and Food ingredients North America (FiNA), produced by Informa Markets, celebrated its 25th anniversary. More than 1,100 exhibitors and 15,850 registered attendees gathered Oct. 31-Nov. 4 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas to focus on what’s next in the industry.

Shore Capital Partners announced it has completed a partnership with iTi Tropicals Inc. Founded in 1988, iTi has experienced tremendous growth under the leadership of President Gert van Manen and his world-class team.

Ingredient suppliers announce new mergers and acquisitions as well as solutions to support beverage formulations.

As consumer diets drive the need for clean label, gluten-free and functional ingredients, suppliers take the steps to make it easier for beverage-makers.

Ingredient companies are launching new application centers to keep pace with the demand for better-for-you products. A China-based company changed its name to HOWTAIN to reflect its global expanded footprint and commitment to sustainability.

Ingredients companies are bringing their natural, sustainably sourced tea and coffee solutions to Europe, and with sustainability top of mind, Chr. Hansen ranked No. 2 on a Global 100 sustainability list. 

Ingredient companies are broadening their operations by hiring new leaders and expanding their value-added services. 

Sensient introduced a new line of multifaceted chili extracts that deliver a “boundless” consistency of heat, color and taste to meet consumers’ needs for hotter eating and drinking.