confectionery
Decline in cocoa prices raises concerns over farmers’ future within the sector
Amid the all-consuming maelstrom that is the coronavirus pandemic, there are numerous other world events that have simply been parked or placed to one side amid the immediate health crisis. One such issue, which we continue to re-visit as vital to the future of the confectionery industry is that of support for the cocoa sector […]
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability
Creating flow wrapping systems with key sustainability principles
Designing flow wrapping systems to be as efficient as possible poses manufacturers a major ongoing challenge, as Christoph Langohr, Syntegon Packaging Systems AG Project Manager Sustainability Horizontal Packaging, explores Plastic flow wraps are widely used in the food industry and are very popular with both manufacturers and consumers. The films are easy to process, offer maximum […]
Nestlé responds to coronavirus outbreak with Red Cross joint initiative
The Nestlé group has intensified its response to the coronavirus outbreak with a joint initiative with the International Federation of the Red Cross (IFRC) organisation.
Versaperm spectrometer targets extension of confectionery shelf life
UK specialist equipment manufacturer Versaperm has developed a new mass spectrometer line that accurately measure rates of vapour permeation in confectionery items to assist in extending range shelf life.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
GEA releases revamped vertical confectionery packaging system
Packaging and processing solutions group GEA has released its latest SmartPacker TwinTube vertical packaging machine for the European confectionery and snacks market.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Processing
Growth trend for probiotic product ranges during coronavirus outbreak
Key industry research from the GlobalData market analysis organisation has highlighted major trends emerging from stockpiling of products during the coronavirus outbreak.
Loynds confectionery equipment
Confectionery Production goes behind the scenes at UK manufacturer Loynds, in Blackpool, Lancashire. Editor Neill Barston meets managing director John Loynds
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Processing, Sustainability
ProSweets delivers a host of systems and equipment solutions
This year’s ProSweets in Cologne delivered a number of key sector launches from around the world, and proved one of the last major events in the sector before the Coronavirus forced cancellation of a number of global trade shows. Neill Barston reported on the key in event in Germany
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Mondelēz confirms support for major sustainability drives tackling pollution and waste
The Mondelēz International global snacks and confectionery group has joined two key initiatives aimed at tackling plastic waste and pollution, as it moves towards 100% recyclable materials in its products.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Creating confectionery equipment as solid as Blackpool rock
With its roots in the production of traditional British Blackpool rock, the Loynds family has taken the step into sales of confectionery and chocolate making systems for the international market. Neill Barston visit its Lancashire facilities as its operations continue to expand
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Puratos assists confectionery and bakery firms with online support during coronavirus outbreak
Global confectionery and bakery ingredients group Puratos and Belgian start-up company Bakeronline have joined forces to help businesses tackle the impact of the international coronavirus pandemic.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Packaging, Sustainability
Facing up to challenging times amid the rise of coronavirus
If you turn on the TV, radio, or scan your computer screen or smartphone, there seems to literally, and all too understandably, be just one news story in town at present – the continuing rise of coronavirus around the world.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Uncle Joe’s Mint Balls adapts production lines surrounding coronavirus
Premium British sweet brand Uncle Joe’s Mint Balls has shifted production to its Throat And Chest and Herbal Cough lozenges, amid the rise of coronavirus cases.
National Confectioners Association confirms Sweets and Snacks cancellation over coronavirus
After weeks of closely monitoring developments surrounding coronavirus, organisers of this year’s Sweets and Snacks show in Chicago have cancelled the event for 2020. Neill Barston reports
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability