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Takayo Motegi (left) and Dave Tiso mark a leadership transition at Ishida Europe, as Motegi assumes the role of Managing Director and Tiso becomes Chairman.
June 24, 2026
Ishida Europe Appoints Takayo Motegi as Managing Director, Dave Tiso Becomes Chairman
Ishida Europe has named Takayo Motegi as Managing Director, succeeding Dave Tiso, who becomes Chairman. With 30+ years in the Ishida Group, Motegi will lead growth across EMEA, advancing automation, packaging and quality control solutions.
Tong SwiftLift has appointed Tom Allwood as Electrical and Service Manager to support electrical production, machinery servicing and customer support operations across SwiftLift equipment.
June 04, 2026
Tong SwiftLift appoints Tom Allwood as Electrical and Service Manager
Tong SwiftLift has appointed Tom Allwood as Electrical and Service Manager to strengthen electrical production, aftersales service and customer support for the SwiftLift range as part of the Tong Engineering Group.
Visitors engage with the Tong Engineering team at BP2025, where the company showcases its latest handling and automation solutions.
November 13, 2025
Tong to equip potato producers with next-generation technology at British Potato 2025 in Harrogate
As the UK potato industry prepares for BP2025 in Harrogate, Tong Engineering will highlight how its latest handling and automation technologies help growers and processors meet modern demands while preparing for the future.
LOMA Systems – X5DE Space Saver Dual Energy X-ray Inspection System
August 26, 2025
LOMA Systems to present latest X-ray and Metal Detection Innovations at PPMA Total 2025
LOMA Systems will showcase its latest inspection technologies and online training at PPMA Total 2025, NEC, from 23–25 September. The UK debuts include the X5DE Space Saver X-ray and IQ4M RUN-WET® metal detector at stand E14.
The PACE Cobot in action—an advanced robotic solution for safe, efficient end-of-line automation in industrial environments.
August 04, 2025
PACE Mechanical Handling Launches AI-Powered 'Gateway' for Smarter, Stress-Free Packing Line Automation
PACE Mechanical Handling now includes AI-powered performance monitoring as standard in its packing machines, offering free alerts for maintenance needs. This new 'Gateway' feature ensures peace of mind for fresh produce and potato packers.
Nick Cesare with Richard Hopkins (fourth from left) at British Potato
June 06, 2025
PACE Mechanical Handling upgrades potato packing line at J.T. Hopkins and Sons
PACE Mechanical Handling and JT Hopkins & Sons are celebrating 30 years of working together after installing a state-of-the-art potato packing line. The two companies first collaborated in 1995.
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Burgess Farms’ new potato wash line, installed by Haith Group, in action at the Sutton Bridge site
April 08, 2025
Burgess Farms Enhances Potato Processing Efficiency with New Haith Wash Line
Burgess Farms' new Haith potato wash line, installed in October, has boosted throughput, optical sorting, and efficiency at Sutton Bridge. The investment enhances quality, flexibility, and sustainability, supporting the farm’s growth.
British Potato Industry Event 2025: Shaping the Future of the Potato Supply Chain
January 27, 2025
British Potato Industry Event 2025: Shaping the Future of the Potato Supply Chain
The British Potato Industry Event 2025 is back this November, uniting professionals from across the potato supply chain for two action-packed days of networking, innovation, and industry insights.
Mccain Jackets slow baked potatoes
December 19, 2024
McCain Foods entire portfolio of Potato Products in Europe get a packaging redesign
McCain Foods has executed a full packaging refresh across their GB and EU markets, redesigning their full portfolios to align with their latest wider brand refresh.
The latest model of Tong Engineering's UniFill big bag and box filler
May 06, 2024
Worldwide demand for updated UniFill Big Bag and Box Filler by Tong
The latest model of Tong’s popular UniFill big bag and box filler has seen record demand in the first quarter of 2024. The advanced UniFill offers the gentlest filling of both big bags and boxes, resulting in a high capacity and versatile crop filling machine.
(LR) Trevor Howard, managing director of Fabcon Food Systems and Tomás Vallés, CEO and representing the third generation of TJF
March 20, 2024
Snack equipment manufacturers Fabcon Food Systems and TJF seal partnership deal
British food processing equipment manufacturer Fabcon Food Systems has entered into a partnership with Spanish specialist TJF
Scott 3D layout of the installation showing the buffer area where it accumulates the cases before palletisation.
February 01, 2024
End-of-line automation: Burts Snacks Take the 'Multi-line' Decision
Premium Snacks manufacturer in the United Kingdom, Burts Snacks Ltd, completed one of their single largest investments, with the installation of a complete end of line pack handling and palletising solution from Scott.
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January 28, 2024
Pace looks to accelerate growth by targeting USA Potato Packers
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January 15, 2024
Tong set to showcase handling advancements alongside Verbruggen at LAMMA 2024
Tong Engineering is set to exhibit once again at the UK’s largest farm machinery show LAMMA on January 17 and 18 2024 at the NEC Birmingham.
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November 07, 2023
Newtec UK Unveils Cutting-Edge Potato Grading Technology at BP 2023
The Potato Industry Event, BP 2023, is just around the corner, and Newtec UK is gearing up to take center stage with an exciting showcase of innovative technology.
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November 03, 2023
Tong Engineering launches new website
Equipment manufacturer Tong Engineering has launched a new website. The new website introduces update features to showcase Tong’s wide range of vegetable handling solutions from field to pack.
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