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Tromp Group promotes Richard van Heukelum to president
Bakery equipment supplier Tromp Group, part of US-based Markel Food Group, has promoted Richard van Heukelum to the role of president.
Millbo and Nagase to distribute PHL enzyme in Europe
Millbo and Nagase & Co have announced the European distribution agreement of PHL, an enzyme that is said to improve cake softness and shelf life with egg and fat reduction.
3D printing: fad or future?
ZDS hosted what it claims to be the first ever 3D printing congress for the sweets and snacks industry in September. Confectionery Production’s digital editor Sharan Aujla examines whether the technology is merely a short-term trend or one that is here to stay.
ADM develops citrus cake mixes
ADM Milling has added two seasonal limited edition cake mixes, Zesty Lemon and Zesty Orange to its Bakery Mix portfolio.
Palm-free, powdered cake emulsifier to solve industry challenges
Emulsifier business Palsgaard has developed what it claims is the world’s first palm-free, powdered emulsifier for industrial cakes.
Bells Group unveils £500,000 cakes expansion
Bells Food Group is to invest £500,000 in a new cake bakery after acquiring a 4,500 sq ft former council depot next to its Dykehead Bakery in Scotland.
Ferrero to acquire US confectionery business Ferrara
Confectionery giant Ferrero Group is to acquire Ferrara Candy Company, which claims to be the third largest US non-chocolate confectionery company.
Petrow Food invests in dry powder fill equipment
Dried fruit products supplier Petrow Food Group has invested £100,000 in a new powder fill machine for dry mixes at its production site in the UK.
Are gluten-free products healthier?
You may look at this question and think the answer is simple, but as an increasing number of consumers buy into the gluten-free trend, new research suggests that gluten-free products are not always a healthy alternative to regular ones.
Nestlé to open new confectionery factory in Japan
Nestlé has revealed plans to build a new confectionery factory in Japan to strengthen its supply chain and respond to demand for local flavours such as wasabi.
Dawn Foods introduces low sugar and fat baking mixes
In response to increasing demand for less sugar and fat in bakery products, Dawn Foods has added reduced sugar and fat alternatives to its range of dry mixes.
Pecan Deluxe unveils red velvet cake pieces
Pecan Deluxe Candy has launched a new range of red velvet cake pieces, which are suitable for ice cream, desserts and chilled beverages.
Premier Foods renews Cadbury cake deal
Premier Foods has renewed a licence deal with Mondelēz International to produce Cadbury cake and dessert products in a move that is set to unlock new growth opportunities for both companies.
Raising the game
Dr Alexander Smerz looks at how bakery manufacturers can address the free from trend with the use of alternative raising agents.