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• Milkboy Swiss Chocolates has made the finalist list for Best Chocolate in the World 2015 in the Specialty Food Association’s 2015 sofi Award competition.
• Big Bear Confectionery is introducing a whole new generation to its Fox’s brand with the launch of Fox’s Candy Bear.
• Wrigley is giving retailers a shockingly fresh sales opportunity with the launch of new Airwaves Extreme, offering consumers ultimate refreshment with an intense kick!
• Skittles is back on TV in the UK this month with a new advert, which is intended to show just how contagious they really are.
• Children and teenagers continue to represent a significant target audience for the global confectionery industry, according to a new report entitled Children’s Food & Drinks – Global Trends & Opportunities, from Leatherhead Food Research.