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UK firm Uncle Joe’s Mint Balls gains its first Japanese order
UK sweet manufacturer Uncle Joe’s Mint Balls has recorded its first major order from Japan, as the business seeks to expand its overseas operations and meet increased demands for British confectionery.
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
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.
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.
Jenton launches new bespoke Emplex band sealer
Jenton International has introduced the Emplex MPS 7503, a heavy duty, high speed vacuum band sealer with custom designed frame, conveyor transport system and EU compliant guarding.
Packaging firm helps to give a new look to England’s oldest biscuit
A supplier of packaging solutions has helped to bring a fresh look to one of the country’s oldest biscuits with the development of a new design for Grantham Gingerbread.
Morris and Son gains new site expanding its confectionery supplies business
UK confectionery supplier and food and drink stock management specialist Morris & Son has confirmed acquisition of a 52,400 sq ft warehouse in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, offering the business a key opportunity for growth.
Ferrero pledges 100% reusable or recyclable rates for its packaging by 2025
The Italian-headquartered Ferrero Group has unveiled its 10th Corporate Social Responsibility Report, which includes a pledge to make all its packaging 100% reusable, recyclable or compostable by 2025.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Ice Cream Alliance study finds strong links with wider confectionery sales
The Ice Cream Alliance (ICA), the UK trade body for the ice cream sector, has surveyed its members to reveal what other food and drinks they sell apart from ice cream.
Chaucer lines-up latest product series at Food Ingredients Europe
Chaucer is inviting visitors to try out food and drink items created with its products at Food ingredients Europe (Fi Europe).
Hotel Chocolat records annual growth from latest performance figures
British confectionery group Hotel Chocolat has reported a 14% rise in its annual revenues, with figures standing at £132.5 million, against £116.3 million for the previous financial year.