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Italian packaging machinery association reports significant growth
According to latest figures from Ucima (Italian Automatic Packaging Machinery Manufacturers’ Association), turnover for the sector, which includes confectionery equipment, is set to see 6.8% growth, to €7.7 billion, for 2018.
Giant festive panettone world record breaking treat unveiled in Milan
Festive crowds gathered in Milan, Italy, to witness a giant world record breaking Christmas Panettone cake covered with ruby and dark chocolate and prepared by famous maître chocolatier Davide Comaschi.
Acma to release new packaging upgrades to is equipment at Pack Expo
An expanded range of digital control upgrades will be showcased by Italian-based manufacturer Acma at Pack Expo next week in Chicago, US.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Processing
ISM confirms key expansion for 2019’s global confectionery fair
The organisers of the ISM international confectionery trade fair have confirmed next year’s event in Cologne, Germany, is set to be even bigger than ever with an additional hall dedicated to industry developments.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
GSR expands its Italian cocoa press series
Though competition within the confectionery equipment market remains strong, Italy’s GSR Cocoa Machinery has stuck to its founding principles of focusing on quality and durability to deliver its latest range of cocoa presses. Neill Barston reports on its ongoing development
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ucima takes lead role in improving global packaging standards
Ucima, the Italian packaging machinery manufacturers’ association, has been appointed to develop improved worldwide technical standards within the industry.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Major industry players prepare for iba trade fair
With an extensive range of equipment, processes and concepts being launched at this year’s iba in Germany, we examine some of the technology highlights expected at the event this month in Munich
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Cargill plans $150 million product texturising facility
The Cargill group has unveiled $150 million investment plans for a HM pectin citrus texturiser production facility in Brazil, South America, which will have wide application use including for the confectionery sector.
Italian confectionery market optimism despite economic challenges
Being home to some of the most renowned confectionery names in the industry has meant Italy has cherished its position among market leaders. Neill Barston reports on 2018’s progress.
Unveiling one of the tastiest roles in global confectionery
One of the most popular job adverts in Europe over the past week must surely have been Ferrero’s call for 60 taste testers at its facilities in northern Italy.
Ferrero places sweetest ad for sixty sensory judges
In a move that has been described as potentially the ultimate role for chocoholics, Ferrero is advertising in Italy for a total of 60 product taste testers.
IPACK-IMA attracts global packaging innovation
As a major focus for the European food sector, IPACK-IMA witnessed a number of product launches, including machines for the confectionery market. Neill Barston reports from Milan, Italy
Staying true to your business roots
This past month has been a particularly busy one in terms of travel, as I enjoyed visiting several key businesses operating within the confectionery and bakery sectors.
Indian confectionery event forges link with International Institute of Chocolate and Cacao Tasting
An innovative educational confectionery event held in Chennai, India, has seen a collaboration between Cocoatrait and the UK based International Institute of Chocolate and Cacao Tasting (IICCT).