Packaging
The appliance of science, as QOA develops cocoa-free chocolate series
The brother and sister scientific team behind QOA are bringing a potential sector revolution in developing a chocolate series using industry ingredient by-products instead of cocoa. Neill Barston reports
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Trebor delivers striking campaign showcasing mint series
An eye-catching ad campaign has been launched by the Trebor confectionery brand across the UK, encouraging shoppers across the country to ‘unleash their minty confidence’ as part of the ‘Own It’ platform.
UK tech firm WNWN Food Labs delivers key industry breakthrough with cacao-free ‘alt choc’
UK tech startup business WNWN Food Labs has delivered a major innovation breakthrough in creating one of the world’s first cacao-free chocolate ranges, writes Neill Barston.
Mars Wrigley US issues gummies product recall on Skittles, Life Savers and Starburst series
Mars Wrigley Confectionery US has issued a voluntary recall on several gummies ranges of Skittles, Starburst and Life Savers, over what the company describes as the potential presence of a thin strand of metal embedded within the sweets or within packs, reports Neill Barston.
Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory
Mondelēz International releases latest Snacking Made Right report charting sustainability progress
Mondelēz International has released its 2021 Snacking Made Right report, revealing its ongoing work targeting its environment, social and governance goals within key supply chains, including cocoa and palm oil, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Belgium’s Keto Hero low-sugar bars expand for UK market
Belgian confectionery brand Keto Hero is extending its market presence in expanding to launch in the UK, following strong sales of its ranges, reports, Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
Sweets & Snacks show gears up for 25th anniversary celebrations
Now celebrating its 25th year, Sweets & Snacks Expo returns to its spiritual home of Chicago this month. Neill Barston speaks to the NCA organising team behind the influential confectionery extravaganza ahead of the 2022 event.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Sweets & Snacks Expo counts down to 25th anniversary
With just a couple of weeks to go until this year’s Sweets and Snacks Expo, final preparations for the event are fast taking shape.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
GEA records strong start to 2022 with latest quarterly figures
Equipment and systems group GEA started fiscal year 2022 with a strong first quarter, reporting an improved financial position, recording revenues up 5.7% to €1.13 billion, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Food safety, Ingredients, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory
Ferrero drives forward three-year plan for delivering sustainable Malaysian palm oil supplies
Ferrero is initiating results of a major study in Malaysia with the Sustainable Agriculture Network (SAN), that have paved way for a new three plan delivering solutions for biodiverse palm oil production, writes Neill Barston.
Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ethical chocolate business MIA set for industry first with Ghana production expansion
Ethically-founded Madagascan premium chocolate company MIA (Made In Africa) is delivering a claimed industry first in becoming the only bean-to-bar business operating in two countries within the continent, under its ambitious plans expanding into Ghana, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Tony’s Chocolonely claims Stop Slavery Award for anti child labour campaigning
Dutch-based ethically founded chocolate brand Tony’s Chocolonely has claimed the Stop Slavery Award, recognising its campaigning on child labour within cocoa supply chains serving the confectionery sector, writes Neill Barston.
Barry Callebaut unveils plans for Canadian investment with new Ontario chocolate plant
A major expansion move has been unveiled by Barry Callebaut in Canada, as it confirms its largest ever investment in the region, totalling $104 million for a new chocolate manufacturing facility in Ontario, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
The Ferrero Group moves to acquire Irish vitamin and protein Fulfil bar brand
The Ferrero Group has confirmed a deal to acquire Irish-based vitamin and protein bar company Fulfil Nutrition, as it seeks to expand its presence in the healthier options market, reports Neill Barston
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability