- Nestlé launched a new range of plant-based spray-dried powdered beverages under its Nesquik and Nescafé brands in early 2024, focusing on sustainability and health-conscious consumers by using plant proteins and natural sweeteners
- Glanbia Nutritionals introduced advanced spray-dried dairy and non-dairy protein powders in 2023, incorporating microencapsulation technology to enhance solubility and nutrient retention in infant and sports nutrition
- In 2023, Ingredion Incorporated expanded its spray-drying capacity in North America to meet growing demand for clean-label, plant-based ingredients used in snacks, beverages, and meal replacements
- FrieslandCampina opened a new spray-drying facility in the Netherlands in mid-2022, focusing on high-value specialty dairy powders for medical and infant nutrition, enhancing production scalability and sustainability
- Kerry Group announced a partnership in 2024 with a leading food tech startup to develop spray-dried flavor systems using AI-driven sensory profiling, aiming to deliver improved taste experiences in functional foods and beverages
- In 2023, Arla Foods Ingredients launched a line of heat-stable spray-dried whey proteins specifically designed for ready-to-mix and ready-to-eat meal formulations, targeting the growing convenience food sector
