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Manufacturers’ survey shows a third of British firms expect low skilled job losses to automation
Around a third of British manufacturers expect some low skilled jobs to be lost over the next five years as a result of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies, according to a study from industry organisation Make UK.
Asia Pacific confectionery market shows growing product diversity
With an increasing trend towards development of novel and unique flavours, manufacturers in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) confectionery sector are introducing a greater array of diverse products, according to the GlobalData research group.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Sustainability
Revamped gum packaging from Peppersmith created with plastic-free design
Chewing gum brand Peppersmith has devised plastic-free, redesigned packaging which will gain a commercial release from next month.
UK confectionery supplier Hancocks undergoes major rebranding
UK confectionery supplier Hancocks has undergone a major rebranding of its business with a identity designed and created by Manchester agency, Brandon.
Rousselot teams up with Pharmatech for advanced medicated gummies
Global ingredients business Rousselot has collaborated with Norwegian medical supplies firm Pharmatech to develop what is believed to be the sector’s first range of nutraceutical confectionery gummies.
Puratos expands its range of flavours and fruit fillings
International bakery group Puratos UK has added two new flavours to its Topfil premium fruit fillings range, as well as two complementary variants to its iconic Satin Crème Cake line, in time for the summer season.
International Cocoa Council welcomes EU drive on tackling deforestation
The Ivory Coast-based International Cocoa Council (ICCO) has welcomed a policy initiative from the EU targeting increased action on deforestation within industry supply chains.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability
Industry venture from Campden BRI examines 3D-printing product potential
Industry research organisation Campden BRI has started a project evaluating how 3D-printing applications could benefit the food sector, including confectionery applications.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Plans for Shanghai World of Packaging gather pace
Preparations for the Shanghai World of Packaging (swop) trade fair in China, hosted every two years by Messe Düsseldorf (Shanghai) C and Adsale Exhibition Service, are now under way for the event taking place between 25-28 November.
Ferrero confirms $1.3 billion deal for Kellog Company’s cookie and snacks business
The Italian-headquartered Ferrero Group has agreed to acquire the cookie, fruit and fruit-flavoured snack, ice cream cone and pie crust businesses of the Kellogg Company for $1.3 billion (€1.16 billion).
Sustainably sourced palm oil could provide confectionery sector answers
With sustainability of cocoa sourcing remaining high on the sector’s agenda, confectionery consultant Graham Godfrey asks if responsibly farmed alternatives to cocoa butter, such as palm oil, should be considered
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Preparations for the European Cocoa Forum are fast taking shape
Industry technology and sustainable cocoa sourcing will be two of the major themes for this year’s European Cocoa Forum taking place in Lisbon, Portugal, between 17-19 September
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability
Study finds nine in ten UK consumers favour cardboard Easter Egg packaging
As Easter Sunday fast approaches, a study has found that 91% of UK adults would prefer to purchase Easter Egg confectionery predominantly packaged in carton/ cardboard rather than plastic.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
Ingredients business Lipofoods devises gummie range for Vitafoods
Functional ingredients business Lipofoods is set to demonstrate a series of gummies at Vitafoods Europe, based around its Curcushine range, a highly bioavailable microencapsulated curcumin for the health market.