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Exclusive: The global confectionery sector 2022 year in review
Editor Neill Barston offers a reflection on the most notable moments of 2022’s global confectionery calendar.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz agrees $1.3 billion deal for key gum businesses to Perfetti Van Melle
Mondelēz International has struck a key deal valued at $1.35 billion to sell its US, Canadian and European gum businesses to the Perfetti Van Melle Group, as part of its wider development strategy, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Latest Cocoa Barometer report calls for urgent systemic change to deliver sustainability
The latest Cocoa Barometer state of the industry report has highlighted urgent need for reform of government policy and purchasing practices to ensure the future viability for key producing nations in Ghana and Ivory Coast reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz international revamps snacking website supporting under-pressure retailers
As retailing operations around the world come under renewed pressure from inflation at record levels within the UK and around the world, Mondelēz International has launched a new website to support the sector, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Mondelēz marks 10th anniversary reaffirming its responsible enjoyment values
Mondelēz International has marked its 10th anniversary under its present branding through reaffirming its mission values of empowering consumers to enjoy confectionery and snacks responsibly, writes Neill Barston.
Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz reveals plans for third intake of its CoLab Snackfutures scheme
Following two initial years of successful intakes, Mondelēz International has opened applications for its third edition of its CoLab 2023 initiative focused on supporting dynamic start-up businesses, writes Neill Barston.
Mondelēz launches major ‘better for you’ drive with ranges meeting HFSS guidelines
A major ‘better-for-you’ drive has been launched by Mondelēz International in release a total of eight new and reformulated biscuits, confectionery and snacks lines that will not be categorised as high in fat, salt or sugar (HFSS), reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Cadbury challenges consumers to guess mystery Dairy Milk flavours
An innovative move from Cadbury in the UK will see the brand launching a nationwide competition in stores this summer, challenging consumers to guess the identity of two new Dairy Milk mystery bars, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing
Barry Callebaut suspends chocolate production from its core Belgian site amid Salmonella detection
Swiss-headquartered Barry Callebaut has confirmed that it has temporarily suspended production at its primary manufacturing site at Wieze in Belgium, after detecting a salmonella positive production lot, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Sweets & Snacks Expo marks 25th anniversary in fine Chicago style
Returning once again to its long-term home in Chicago, this year’s Sweets & Snacks Expo marked the event’s 25th anniversary in style. Editor Neill Barston casts an eye over key developments.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Cadbury’s Twirl campaign has consumers seeking high and low for new series
An innovative campaign of hidden adverts has ensured plenty of interest in the latest variety of Cadbury Twirl, which is gaining a release of in limited edition caramel flavour, reports Neill Barston.
Cocoa Coalition urges EU Commission action on sustainable sourcing
The global Cocoa Coalition, consisting of major confectionery groups and industry organisations, has urged EU nations to seize ‘a golden opportunity’ of plans from Ivory Coast and Ghana governments to create an economic pact for Sustainable Cocoa, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, 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.
Confectionery sector shows solidarity with Ukraine through continuing aid measures
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has sent major shockwaves of concern around the world. Editor Neill Barston assesses the ongoing impact on global confectionery manufacturing, product sales and supply chains.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability