This event is organised by the IFST Food Innovation Special Interest Group and is open to IFST members only.
Programme:
10:00 - 13:00: Visit and tour of the recently opened Brenntag Innovation & Application Centre in Leeds to include examples of how the work in this centre is aligned to current and emerging trends in the food and beverage sector to include tasting of some demo concepts during lunch.
You may also choose to visit the School of Food Science & Nutrition at Leeds University from 14:00 - 16:45. The tour will include presentations on NAPIC (National Alternative Protein Innovation Centre) + School Research Updates + Industrial Engagement Opportunities + case study VR Demo a Virtual Factory Tour. This must be booked separately using this link: Visit to School of Food Science & Nutrition, Leeds University | Institute of Food Science and Technology
Target audience:
Food & Beverage Technologists, NPD Managers, NPD Directors, Research Students
What participants will learn:
Insights into the application work of a leading supplier of ingredients operating in the food and beverage manufacturing sector.
Booking Deadline: 11 September 2026
Important: IFST encourage people to attend our events but please be mindful and only book if you plan to attend. If you do book and find you cannot attend, then please ensure that you let us know with as much notice as possible. Factory tours and technical visits are organised by business owners on a goodwill basis. It is important to all of us at IFST to maintain that goodwill. Your co-operation in helping us maintain this is greatly appreciated.
Please note: IFST is a registered charity with the mission ‘to provide evidence-based knowledge, networking opportunities, and professional recognition in food science and technology’. Each year, we are proud to run many events, including webinars and workshops, which engage with thousands of food professionals worldwide from over 50 countries.