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GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SKF is launching The Patent Bay, a new platform open to companies that aim to accelerate technologies with the potential to advance sustainability, by making selected patents freely available to others.
Throughout history, progress has been driven by the desire to make knowledge and important inventions accessible to more people. From decisions to release the three-point seatbelt freely and save millions of lives, to the moment when the World Wide Web was opened to everyone. And most recently when vaccine technology was shared to meet a global crisis.
"Innovation is essential for a sustainable future, and history shows that real breakthroughs happen when we share. The Patent Bay is our way of unlocking that potential—creating ripple effects across industries and society," says Rickard Gustafson, President and CEO.
The launch comes at a time when global patent filings are at an all-time high. According to the World Intellectual Property Organization, 3.55 million patent applications were filed globally in 2023—more than double the number in 1995. While this reflects a strong innovation climate, it also highlights the growing challenge of access and collaboration.
"In today's complex world, openness and collaboration are more important than ever. At SKF, we believe that sharing is part of the solution. Through The Patent Bay, we want to inspire others to do the same—because real change is created together," says Rickard Gustafson.
The first patent released on the platform is a high-performance bearing alloy developed for the aviation industry.
"This new bearing material can handle higher loads in a more compact form, enabling high performance bearing solutions for new architectures of engines designed to reduce emissions by up to 25 percent. The same technology opens door to further innovation, where efficiency and sustainability are key," says Arnaud Ruellan, Technology Innovation Manager at SKF.
The Patent Bay is now live and accessible to companies and innovators committed to technologies with the potential to advance sustainability.
For further information, please contact:
Karin Markhede; +46 707 588 730; karin.markhede@skf.com
Information about the Patent Bay: https://skf.li/dhk5ho
Download press kit here: https://www.skf.com/group/fighting-friction/02
Disclaimer
Up to 25% emission reduction.
The improved fuel efficiency is enabled by a range of innovations and collaborations—one of which is Arctic15's contribution to a more optimized engine architecture.
Read more: UltraFan - The Ultimate Turbofan Collaboration and Innovation for the Future of Flight.
The stated emission reduction refers exclusively to the engine's fuel efficiency improvements. It does not reflect a full lifecycle assessment of a future aircraft.
Aktiebolaget SKF
(publ)
Since 1907, SKF has been making some of the world's most innovative bearings, seals, lubrication systems, condition monitoring solutions, and services to reduce friction. SKF is represented in approximately 130 countries and has around 17,000 distributor locations worldwide. Annual sales in 2024 were SEK 98,722 million and the number of employees was 38,743. www.skf.com
® SKF is a registered trademark of the SKF Group.
Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPOubSGD5-M
GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SKF is launching The Patent Bay, a new platform open to companies that aim to accelerate technologies with the potential to advance sustainability, by making selected patents freely available to others.
Throughout history, progress has been driven by the desire to make knowledge and important inventions accessible to more people. From decisions to release the three-point seatbelt freely and save millions of lives, to the moment when the World Wide Web was opened to everyone. And most recently when vaccine technology was shared to meet a global crisis.
"Innovation is essential for a sustainable future, and history shows that real breakthroughs happen when we share. The Patent Bay is our way of unlocking that potential—creating ripple effects across industries and society," says Rickard Gustafson, President and CEO.
The launch comes at a time when global patent filings are at an all-time high. According to the World Intellectual Property Organization, 3.55 million patent applications were filed globally in 2023—more than double the number in 1995. While this reflects a strong innovation climate, it also highlights the growing challenge of access and collaboration.
"In today's complex world, openness and collaboration are more important than ever. At SKF, we believe that sharing is part of the solution. Through The Patent Bay, we want to inspire others to do the same—because real change is created together," says Rickard Gustafson.
The first patent released on the platform is a high-performance bearing alloy developed for the aviation industry.
"This new bearing material can handle higher loads in a more compact form, enabling high performance bearing solutions for new architectures of engines designed to reduce emissions by up to 25 percent. The same technology opens door to further innovation, where efficiency and sustainability are key," says Arnaud Ruellan, Technology Innovation Manager at SKF.
The Patent Bay is now live and accessible to companies and innovators committed to technologies with the potential to advance sustainability.
For further information, please contact:
Karin Markhede; +46 707 588 730; karin.markhede@skf.com
Information about the Patent Bay: https://skf.li/dhk5ho
Download press kit here: https://www.skf.com/group/fighting-friction/02
Disclaimer
Up to 25% emission reduction.
The improved fuel efficiency is enabled by a range of innovations and collaborations—one of which is Arctic15's contribution to a more optimized engine architecture.
Read more: UltraFan - The Ultimate Turbofan Collaboration and Innovation for the Future of Flight.
The stated emission reduction refers exclusively to the engine's fuel efficiency improvements. It does not reflect a full lifecycle assessment of a future aircraft.
Aktiebolaget SKF
(publ)
Since 1907, SKF has been making some of the world's most innovative bearings, seals, lubrication systems, condition monitoring solutions, and services to reduce friction. SKF is represented in approximately 130 countries and has around 17,000 distributor locations worldwide. Annual sales in 2024 were SEK 98,722 million and the number of employees was 38,743. www.skf.com
® SKF is a registered trademark of the SKF Group.
Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPOubSGD5-M
** The press release content is from PR Newswire. Bastille Post is not involved in its creation. **
SKF launches The Patent Bay - a platform for sharing technologies that could reduce environmental impact
SKF launches The Patent Bay - a platform for sharing technologies that could reduce environmental impact
SKF launches The Patent Bay - a platform for sharing technologies that could reduce environmental impact
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SINGAPORE, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kerry, a global leader in taste and nutrition, today unveiled its 2026 Global Taste Charts, providing the food and beverage industry with its most comprehensive and forward‑looking view of flavour evolution. Built on research from more than 1,200 scientists, 100 flavourists and extensive consumer studies across regions, the Charts offer manufacturers a data‑driven roadmap for fast‑moving flavour trends.
This year's edition expands from six to eight categories: Refreshing Beverages; Alcohol & Alcohol‑Inspired Drinks; Tea, Coffee & Cocoa; Savoury Snacks; Sweet; Soups & Dressings; Meat & Meals; and Supplements, capturing the growing interplay between indulgence and wellness, global inspiration and local identity.
Flavour Trends Across Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA)
The Rise of "Swicy"
Sweet‑and‑spicy combinations are surging, especially among Gen Z. Southeast Asia sees spicy fruit drinks and chilli‑laced confectionery, while South Africa showcases sweet‑chilli sauces, hot honey snacks and spicy tomato crisps.
Nuanced Heat & Global‑Local Blends
Greater Africa embraces paprika‑driven blends in snacks, sauces and grilled meats. In Australia and New Zealand, fajita spice is emerging as a fast‑growing favourite in meal kits, marinated meats and savoury snacks.
Fruit‑Forward Refreshment:
Watermelon continues leading beverage innovation across Southeast Asia and Africa. Meanwhile, mandarin is the fastest‑growing citrus flavour in Australia and New Zealand, expanding into alcoholic, alcohol‑inspired, tea and coffee formats.
Tradition Reworked
Traditional flavours are being reimagined in modern applications, from nasi uduk cheesecake and avocado brownie ice cream in Southeast Asia, to date mustard, za'atar ice cream and camel milk pistachio iced coffee in the Middle East.
Micro Moments of Indulgence
Bite‑sized, convenient treats are growing across the Middle East and South Africa, from chilli‑lemon snacks and energy balls to mini puddings and ready‑to‑cook proteins.
Healing & Functional Flavours
China continues blending Eastern and Western wellness traditions, incorporating turmeric, astragalus, aged tangerine peel, spirulina and açai into beverages, dairy and snacks.
Maximalist & Botanical Profiles:
Rich, extra‑strong milk teas, intensified matcha and cocoa, and decadent chocolate‑forward launches are rising in China and the Middle East, alongside botanicals such as orange blossom, hibiscus, rooibos and elderflower in South Africa and Asia Pacific.
Turning Insight into Action
The 2026 Taste Charts are supported by KerryNow™, Kerry's end‑to‑end digital platform that allows customers to instantly order samples, explore the flavour portfolio and receive application and regulatory support, empowering faster innovation from concept to launch.
"The 2026 Taste Charts reflect how consumers are eating and drinking today, seeking contrast, comfort, depth and meaning in flavour," said Leigh Anne Vaughan, Vice President of Product Technologies, Kerry. "It brings together sensory science, cultural understanding and real consumption data to show where flavours are gaining momentum and how they're being expressed locally. By connecting these insights with practical application support and rapid sampling through KerryNow™, we're helping our customers move more confidently from idea to product and keep pace with how quickly tastes are changing."
SINGAPORE, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kerry, a global leader in taste and nutrition, today unveiled its 2026 Global Taste Charts, providing the food and beverage industry with its most comprehensive and forward‑looking view of flavour evolution. Built on research from more than 1,200 scientists, 100 flavourists and extensive consumer studies across regions, the Charts offer manufacturers a data‑driven roadmap for fast‑moving flavour trends.
This year's edition expands from six to eight categories: Refreshing Beverages; Alcohol & Alcohol‑Inspired Drinks; Tea, Coffee & Cocoa; Savoury Snacks; Sweet; Soups & Dressings; Meat & Meals; and Supplements, capturing the growing interplay between indulgence and wellness, global inspiration and local identity.
Flavour Trends Across Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA)
The Rise of "Swicy"
Sweet‑and‑spicy combinations are surging, especially among Gen Z. Southeast Asia sees spicy fruit drinks and chilli‑laced confectionery, while South Africa showcases sweet‑chilli sauces, hot honey snacks and spicy tomato crisps.
Nuanced Heat & Global‑Local Blends
Greater Africa embraces paprika‑driven blends in snacks, sauces and grilled meats. In Australia and New Zealand, fajita spice is emerging as a fast‑growing favourite in meal kits, marinated meats and savoury snacks.
Fruit‑Forward Refreshment:
Watermelon continues leading beverage innovation across Southeast Asia and Africa. Meanwhile, mandarin is the fastest‑growing citrus flavour in Australia and New Zealand, expanding into alcoholic, alcohol‑inspired, tea and coffee formats.
Tradition Reworked
Traditional flavours are being reimagined in modern applications, from nasi uduk cheesecake and avocado brownie ice cream in Southeast Asia, to date mustard, za'atar ice cream and camel milk pistachio iced coffee in the Middle East.
Micro Moments of Indulgence
Bite‑sized, convenient treats are growing across the Middle East and South Africa, from chilli‑lemon snacks and energy balls to mini puddings and ready‑to‑cook proteins.
Healing & Functional Flavours
China continues blending Eastern and Western wellness traditions, incorporating turmeric, astragalus, aged tangerine peel, spirulina and açai into beverages, dairy and snacks.
Maximalist & Botanical Profiles:
Rich, extra‑strong milk teas, intensified matcha and cocoa, and decadent chocolate‑forward launches are rising in China and the Middle East, alongside botanicals such as orange blossom, hibiscus, rooibos and elderflower in South Africa and Asia Pacific.
Turning Insight into Action
The 2026 Taste Charts are supported by KerryNow™, Kerry's end‑to‑end digital platform that allows customers to instantly order samples, explore the flavour portfolio and receive application and regulatory support, empowering faster innovation from concept to launch.
"The 2026 Taste Charts reflect how consumers are eating and drinking today, seeking contrast, comfort, depth and meaning in flavour," said Leigh Anne Vaughan, Vice President of Product Technologies, Kerry. "It brings together sensory science, cultural understanding and real consumption data to show where flavours are gaining momentum and how they're being expressed locally. By connecting these insights with practical application support and rapid sampling through KerryNow™, we're helping our customers move more confidently from idea to product and keep pace with how quickly tastes are changing."
** The press release content is from PR Newswire. Bastille Post is not involved in its creation. **
Kerry Releases 2026 Global Taste Charts, Delivering Data‑Rich Insights to Power the Future of Flavour
