Mondeléz International
Behind the scenes: The World Cocoa Foundation’s goal securing a sustainable industry for future generations
Few sector subjects remain as vital as the ever-more complex issue of delivering a sustainable cocoa sector. Neill Barston speaks exclusively to Rick Scobey, president of the World Cocoa Foundation on the state of the industry
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Hope is on the horizon with major seasonal confectionery launches ahead
While we are still in August of what has proved a particularly testing year, confectionery manufacturers are already fixing their gaze on the vital Christmas market.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Premiership football deals extended by Mondelēz International with Manchester City and Arsenal
Confectionery group Mondelēz International, owner of Cadbury, has extended its involvement with Premiership football in the UK, adding new deals with both Manchester City and Arsenal clubs to become official partners, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Processing
Mondelēz range aims to deliver festive cheer amid growth in Christmas confectionery
Mondelēz International has unveiled an array of festive treats from its Cadbury and Maynards Bassetts brands hitting this year’s Christmas shelves in the UK, as retailers bid to recover amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, reports Neill Barston
Toblerone bars used in campaign for release of abducted Nigerian teenager Leah Sharibu
US author and humanitarian Reno Omokri has continued his campaign for the release of abducted Nigerian teenager Leah Sharibu in creating personalised Toblerone chocolate bars carrying her name to raise the profile of her case, reports Neill Barston.
Cadbury becomes official chocolate partner for Chelsea Football Club
A fresh signing ahead of the 2021 premiership season has been announced as Cadbury is named as an official partner of Chelsea Football Club.
Mayku research reveals booming British artisan confectionery sector
UK-wide research from desktop factory Mayku has revealed an increase in artisan chocolate making during coronavirus pandemic quarantine conditions, in a British market Mondelēz International has put at over £5.3 billion.
Mondelēz International results impacted by ongoing pandemic conditions
Mondelēz International has released its latest quarterly figures that have produced revenues of $5.9 billion, a dip of 2.5% which it attributed to unfavourable currency impacts, as well as ongoing uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus crisis, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ritter Sport wins major court case with Milka over square bar shape
German chocolate brand Ritter Sport has won a long-running court case with the Milka brand over ownership of its distinctive square shape, with its original patents being upheld in a key legal case this week. Neill Barston reports.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
Environmental and human rights groups unite for declaration urging cocoa sustainability action
A total of 350 environmental, human rights and NGO groups have combined as signatories for a landmark letter urging the governments of Ivory Coast and Ghana to take key steps ensuring environmental sustainability and support for farmers within the cocoa supply chain. Neill Barston reports.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Confectionery supply chain due diligence becomes ever-more vital for cocoa sector
The issue of due diligence within confectionery supply chains is particularly topical, with mounting pressure on industry to deliver major progress on key environmental and corporate goals to improve conditions for key cocoa farming communities in Africa, as Keith Nuthall reports for Confectionery Production
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz International drives forward with chocolate calorie reduction plans
Mondelēz International has renewed its focus on portion control in its products with a commitment to bring its Cadbury chocolate bar ranges sold as part of a multipack under 200 calories by the end of 2021.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
Cadbury continues inventor competition with three new Dairy Milk flavours
Cadbury has revealed three new limited editions of its classic Dairy Milk Bar, designed by fans of the UK founded chocolate brand as part of an annual inventor competition run by the company.
Unite union raises concerns over coronavirus payment for British-based Cadbury staff
The UK trade union Unite has raised concerns from employees at Cadbury over bonus payments it believes should be made to British workers that have reportedly been given to US and EU based staff for working during the coronavirus pandemic. Neill Barston reports.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability