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NCA calls for specialist speakers at Sweets and Snacks Expo 2020
Organisers of the Sweets & Snacks Expo in Chicago, US, are seeking thought leaders to provide show attendees with unique insights, trend forecasts and solutions at next year’s trade fair.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Sustainability
Sensient flavors introduces latest product series
Global industry solutions group Sensient Flavors has released its latest ‘Trends to Taste’ series of six flavours based on consumer insights representing themes around the past, present and future.
California Prune Board reports export growth
The California Prune Board has reported a 2% upturn in export markets, amid growing potential for their use within confectionery and bakery ranges. As the organisation explained, in light of increase increasing use of prunes, it highlighted examining several current studies including research from Pennsylvania State University indicating the potential health benefits to be gained […]
UK manufacturer set to deliver CBD oil-based confectionery series
UK sweet expert Andy Baxendale is working with British confectionery manufacturer Sweetdreams to produce a unique selection of products combining the current appetite for legally-sourced cannabis derived oil with luxury chocolate.
Macpac assists UK confectionery firm with environmentally friendly packaging
UK-based packaging manufacturers Macpac has helped set the industry’s environmental agenda with a new blend of black plastic shaping the future towards a full circular economy.
Confectionery sector gains new setting for Interpack 2020
Preparations for next year’s major interpack event in Düsseldorf, Germany are fast gathering pace, with organisers anticipating nearly 3,000 exhibitors from across the packaging sector to participate.
GNT enhances its colouring food range with improved red shades
The Netherlands-headquartered GNT Group has created a new and enhanced range of its established Exberry range of powdered and liquid red Coloring Foods that are free of added sugar.
GEA to exhibit upgraded packaging system at PackExpo
A key equipment upgrade of GEA’s SmartPacker TwinTube system is set to be unveiled at the PackExpo event in Las Vegas, US.
Mondelēz International plans major calorie reduction from Cadbury brands
Mondelēz International has confirmed a key portion control policy to develop all its Cadbury chocolate and wider biscuit products for children to be created with under 100 calories.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Lindt & Sprüngli posts upturn in half-year financial results
The Lindt & Sprüngli Group has gained sales of CHF 1.76 billion for the first half of 2019, representing a year-on-year increase of 6.2%.
Baker Perkins develops new starch-free confectionery system
Equipment manufacturer Baker Perkins has launched a new low volume starch-free confectionery production system.
Robatech to unveil adhesive solutions for packaging at PPMA show
Industry solutions business Robatech is set to appear at this year’s PPMA Total show with Green Gluing, focus on how gluing processes in the packaging industry can be made more reliable, more sustainable.
Mars Wrigley appoints new president of business development
Mars Wrigley has confirmed the appointmeny of Cathryn Sleight as the company’s new president of business Development.
SternLife set to release chocolate-enhanced organic bar ranges
Organic product specialist SternLife has revealed plans to deliver a number of bar-based products, including chocolate-enhanced options, based around functional ingredients.