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Bosch Packaging Technology gains new identity as Syntegon Technology under new owners CVC
The new identity for Bosch Packaging Technology has been confirmed as Syntegon Technology, under the ownership of investment firm CVC Capital Partners, which has formally completed the acquisition of the business.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory
pladis appoints chief insights officer as company focuses on growth strategy
Snacks group pladis has appointed Geoff Painter as Chief Insights Officer, as the business continues its growth trend.
Almond board of California invests $5.9 million for improving farming
The Almond Board of California (ABC) has moved to invest $5.9 million towards a series of 85 independent research projects exploring next-generation farming practices aimed at enhancing the sector.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Paradise Fruits reports positive results from Food Ingredients Europe
Ingredients group Paradise Fruits by Jahncke has reported a successful response to its innovations released at this year’s Food Ingredients Europe (FIE) show.
Brazilian confectionery exports rise ahead of ISM 2020
A new report has highlighted 32% growth in Brazilian confectionery exports since 2015, as the country prepares its delegation for ISM 2020.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Bühler inducts 8,000th apprentice
The Swiss-headquartered Bühler Group has celebrated the successful introduction of its 8,000th apprentice, as part of the company’s ongoing drive to ensure provide training and development for its global operations.
Bosch Packaging Technology behind the scenes
Confectionery Production goes behind the scenes at Bosch Packaging Technology at its Schiedam site in the Rotterdam area within The Netherlands. Neill Barston speaks to Vince den Outer and Nomad van Bussel about the business, as the division prepares for a transfer of ownership in the New Year.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
Palsgaard gains Sustainable Champion accolade at Food Ingredients Europe
Danish-headquartered Palsgaard has won the Sustainability Champion prize at the Food Ingredients Europe Innovation Awards.
Mars partners with the US Agency for International Development for sustainability drive
Global confectionery and food group Mars, Incorporated, has partnered with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), in a joint initiative addressing key global sustainability challenges.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Global confectionery deals contribute to multi-billion market
The total value of food industry merger and acquisition deals, including confectionery and bakery markets in Q3 2019 stood at $5.64billion according to GlobalData’s deals database.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing
Avoiding festive faux pas for confectionery treats
As one of the most popular times of year to exchange confectionery as gifts, the Christmas period has seen plenty of innovation down the generations.
Symrise expands in the EMEA with Egyptian creative centre
Symrise has recorded key expansion in the EMEA region after opening a Creative Centre in Cairo Egypt, which includes development and application laboratories including facilities for confectionery and snacks.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Introducing the World Confectionery Awards
Excellence across the entire breadth of the industry will be celebrated with the launch of an awards series forming a key part of our World Confectionery Conference.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability