Coca-Cola, Ahold Delhaize & Tetra Pak: This Week in Food

Coca-Cola's US$1.94m Investment in Tanzania's Water Security

A US$1.94m investment is being channelled into the restoration of the Ruvu Basin in Tanzania, which provides water resources to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, the country's commercial capital. The Coca-Cola system in Tanzania has committed to this project, which could provide crucial support for communities, farms and businesses across eastern Tanzania.

The investment forms part of the broader Africa Water Stewardship Initiative led by the Coca-Cola system, which focuses on bringing water security to communities across the continent.

How Ahold Delhaize & Fiserv are Offering Retail Flexibility

Ahold Delhaize USA has broadened its collaboration with Fiserv to roll out a new digital payment option, Pay by Bank, for its online grocery shoppers.

The move represents the latest step by the largest grocery retailer on the US East Coast – and the nation’s fourth largest overall – to modernise its omnichannel ecosystem and offer shoppers more flexibility in how they pay.

Now available on the e-commerce sites and mobile apps of The GIANT Company, Giant Food, and Stop & Shop, Pay by Bank enables customers to make secure payments directly from their bank accounts. Unlike card transactions, the method removes the need to input or save card details, providing a faster and more secure checkout.

European Commission: Using AI for Safe Food Supply Chains

The European Commission has introduced TraceMap, an AI platform designed to transform how food safety risks are detected and managed across the EU.

At a time when consumers are increasingly concerned about where their food comes from, the tool promises faster identification of fraud, contamination and disease outbreaks.

By connecting vast datasets across borders, TraceMap strengthens both transparency and trust in the food and drink sector.

It also signals a broader shift toward using technology to support sustainability and resilience in the agri-food system.

How Does Tetra Pak Reduce Emissions in Dairy Production?

Modern existing dairy processing equipment can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40-49%, according to a new study by Tetra Pak.

The food packaging company has conducted the Dairy Processing Assessment, which shows how companies can improve the impact of their existing liquid dairy lines.

The study was carried out by Tetra Pak and was independently reviewed by the Carbon Trust.

Purina Europe: Partnerships for Regenerative Agriculture

Nestlé Purina PetCare Europe aims to have a positive impact on pets, people and the planet, creating better lives for pets and their owners through its nutrition and care.

In 2022, it launched six Purina Commitments (2023-2030) to help reach its goal of making a positive difference, supporting responsible pet ownership and the wellbeing of people and the environment.

The company has announced that it has exceeded its short-term milestone for regenerative agriculture by the end of 2025.