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Bakery group Oggs links with Macpac for environmentally friendly packaging
UK-based bakery group Oggs, developer of an innovative liquid egg substitute, has confirmed an initiative for its latest product range with packaging designer and manufacturer, Macpac.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Baker Perkins to launch new equipment series at ProSweets
Equipment manufacturer Baker Perkins is set to introduce a new batch cooker to its range of small, flexible production systems for the functional gummy and confectionery markets at ProSweets 2020 in Cologne, Germany.
Paradise Fruits prepares its latest confectionery series for Food Ingredients Europe
German-headquartered Paradise Fruits by Jahncke, the natural ingredients supplier is set to deliver its latest range of Eastern- inspired confectionery products at this year’s Food Ingredients Europe (FIE) 2019 in Paris next month.
Mars Wrigley unveils its first ever vegan Galaxy bar series
Mars Wrigley is set to mark a significant category breakthrough for its portfolio in launching the Galaxy brand’s first vegan bar range, which is a reported first among major manufacturers.
World Confectionery Conference welcomes Andy Baxendale as a speaker
Known throughout the world as ‘The Sweet Consultant’, Andy Baxendale has over 24 years’ experience in the confectionery industry with a Master of Science (MSc) in Advanced Food Manufacture.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Caobisco 60th anniversary celebrations provide launch for its Treatwell initiative
A key sector initiative has been launched by Caobisco, the association for chocolate, biscuit and confectionery industries of Europe, for encouraging manufacturers and consumers to enjoy snacks and confectionery responsibly. Neill Barston reports from the organisation’s 60th anniversary celebrations
Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz International snacks study find consumers welcome healthier options
Global confectionery group Mondelēz International has confirmed the launch of its debut State of Snacking report, examining key consumer trends that focus on wellbeing and a desire for community connection.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
pladis names Mario Reis as new chief supply chain officer
Global snacking group pladis has appointed Mario Reis as chief supply chain officer, taking a key role in the company’s global supply chain agenda across all its markets.
Tate and Lyle makes half-yearly gains despite challenging markets
Ingredients and solutions business Tate and Lyle has produced half-year results that show an improved sales performance of £1.47 billion, against £1.38 billon for the same period in 2018.
Symrise to open innovation centre at Dutch Unilever facilities
Global fragrance and industry solutions group Symrise is set to expand its research facilities after installing an innovation lab at the Unilever Foods Innovation Centre on the Wageningen Campus, in the Netherlands.
Barry Callebaut records strong annual performance amid expansion
The Swiss-headquartered Barry Callebaut Group has recorded key growth for its latest annual results, with revenues of CHF 7.3 billion, up by a total of 7.8% amid expansion across its global operations.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Ferrero set for £2.7 million investment showcasing its latest seasonal confectionery lines
Italian-founded confectionery group Ferrero is investing £2.7m in media campaigns across spring 2020 for its UK market, which includes the development of 10 new seasonal lines to complement its core range.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
Puratos and Estonian Malt embark on joint venture
Puratos and Estonian Malt have joined forces to launch Puratos Malt. The new joint venture will produce and distribute malt flours and sprouted grains to the bakery, food service and food manufacturing industries.
Cargill invests $35m in soluble fibres
Cargill is investing $35 million (€32m) in Europe to add soluble fibres to its current broad portfolio of starches, sweeteners & texturisers.