Chocosuisse reports 20% drop in turnover for Swiss chocolate makers amid the pandemicThe association of Swiss chocolate manufacturers’, Chocosuisse, has reported the sector has suffered a 20% year-on-year drop in turnover for the second quarter of 2020, due to businesses affected by the coronavirus pandemic, writes Neill Barston Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Toblerone maintains peak performanceAs one of the most instantly recognisable chocolate brands in the world, Toblerone is maintaining its market presence after more than a century. Neill Barston explores its Swiss production facilities After gaining the chance to take in the striking scenery of the Swiss alps, it’s easy to understand exactly why they have become such a […] Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Processing, Sustainability
Mondelēz International posts solid second quarter growthMondelēz International has reported a second quarter financial upturn for its global confectionery business, with net revenues for the period up 2.1%, to $6.1 billion (€5.2 billion). Business news
Return of the Toblerone missing peaks prompts media spotlightOne of the biggest headlines within the confectionery sector for the past weeks has been news of a return for Toblerone in a larger format, which has gained broad media attention. Business news, Ingredients, Processing
Toblerone to return in larger format after consumer reactionToblerone bars are to be revived in their original form following reaction from consumers over a decision to reduce the number of peaks in its distinctive alpine design. Business news, Processing
