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Nestlé confirms investment of CHF 2 billion into recycled plastics for packaging
Global food and beverage group Nestlé is to make an investment of CHF 2 billion aimed at moving from virgin plastics to food-grade recycled plastics in response to demand for increasing the pace of delivering sustainable packaging solutions.
Concerns raised over farmer payments for cocoa sector
The Voice Network, a group of NGOs and Trade Unions tackling sustainability in the global cocoa supply chain, has released a new position paper on providing a living income for farmers in key African markets.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Ferrero rated by WWF as leading business for sustainable palm oil sourcing
Italian-founded confectionery group Ferrero has welcomed results of a WWF Palm Oil Buyers Scorecard, which rated the company as number one out of 173 sector businesses for its sustainable sourcing policies.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Sustainability and technology solutions to take centre stage at Interpack
This year’s Interpack is set to showcase a notable array of equipment and solutions. Neill Barston reports from Ishida Europe press launch for the event
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Final call for Academy of Chocolate 2020 award entries
Entrants for this year’s Academy of Chocolate’s twelfth Annual Awards have just two weeks remaining to bid for honours within the industry event.
Seeking solutions for cocoa sustainability for the confectionery sector
Managing director of York Cocoa House, Sophie Jewett reflects on key sustainability events, including the World Cocoa Foundation partnership meeting, exploring how fairer cocoa markets for all within the supply chain can be achieved
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability
Momentum gathers for this year’s Interpack
With just several months to go, there is already a strong sense of anticipation surrounding this year’s Interpack taking place in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Italian confectionery under the spotlight at Sigep
The Rimini Expo Centre, Italy, is hosting the 41st edition of Sigep, focusing on a broad spectrum of confectionery including artisan gelato, pastry, bakery and coffee.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Sustainability
Bosch Packaging Technology gains new identity as Syntegon Technology under new owners CVC
The new identity for Bosch Packaging Technology has been confirmed as Syntegon Technology, under the ownership of investment firm CVC Capital Partners, which has formally completed the acquisition of the business.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory
Nestlé launches latest range of flagship KitKat brand with Gold variety
Nestlé has followed its major launches of Ruby and Green Tea Matcha variety of KitKat with the release of its new KitKat Gold.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mars, Incorporated creates venture for disease resistant cacao strains
Mars, Incorporated is collaborating with optimisation analytics firm Nature Source Improved Plants in a bid to develop new strains of high yield, disease resistant cacao.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Processing, Sustainability
pladis appoints chief insights officer as company focuses on growth strategy
Snacks group pladis has appointed Geoff Painter as Chief Insights Officer, as the business continues its growth trend.
Don’t miss out on registering for the World Confectionery Conference
Visitor Registration for our World Confectionery Conference being staged in Brussels this autumn has now formally opened.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Fudge Kitchen to showcase new products at ISM
Fudge Kitchen will launch its new NPD for 2020 at this year’s ISM, including London Sliders, Union Flag Collection and its Christmas 2020 range, all at Stand K40 4.2 in the Great Britain pavilion.