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Major Nestlé UK distribution centre includes key confectionery brands
Nestlé and transport firm XPO Logistics have confirmed development of a 638,000-square-foot distribution centre at the new Segro East Midlands Gateway Logistics Park in Leicestershire, UK.
Nestlé strengthens research capabilities in Switzerland
Nestlé has announced changes that further strengthen its research and development operations.
Seeking solutions for a fairer cocoa industry
Tackling major concerns over child labour and gender inequality, and an urgent need for greater overall support for farming communities formed some of the key themes of this year’s World Cocoa Conference. Neill Barston reports from Berlin.
Barry Callebaut opens Chocolate Academy centre in South Africa
On 8 May 2018, the Barry Callebaut Group opened the first Chocolate Academy centre in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Faerch Plast signs up to UK Plastics Pact
Faerch Plast UK, a manufacturer of plastic packaging for the food industry including the snacks segment, has signed up to the UK Plastics Pact.
Cocoa Barometer report raises concerns over child labour and farming sustainability
An updated Cocoa Barometer report for 2018 has expressed concerns over progress on sustainability measures and supporting farming communities in West Africa.
2018 Cocoa Barometer reveals plight of cocoa sector
Cocoa growing communities, particularly in West Africa, are facing poverty, child labour and deforestation that have been made worse by a rapid fall in prices for cocoa.
Mondelēz increases sustainably sourced cocoa supplies
Volumes of sustainably sourced cocoa delivered by Mondelēz International have increased 14% over the past two years, to 35%, according to its latest studies.
Almost time for the industry to shine at Anuga FoodTec
With production deadlines upon us, this week’s update comes amid a particularly busy schedule as we prepare our next edition and gear up for AnugaFoodTec in Cologne.
Revamped market trends platform from Givaudan
A revamped digital platform has been developed by flavour group Givaudan, which aims to track and respond to customer requirements across its portfolio.
Final countdown for key Anuga Foodtec show
Managing industry resources in terms of production sustainability is set for the core theme of this year’s Anuga Foodtec taking place in Cologne, Germany.
Almond Board of California achieves key sustainability rating
The Almond Board of California has been recognised for its sustainability programme based on eco-friendly processing of crops.
Nestlé posts slight growth following sale of US confectionery division
Nestlé has registered a slight year-on-year growth in profits across its businesses, with sales figures of CHF 89.8 billion (€78bn) for 2017 against CHF 89.5 (€77.7bn) the previous year.
Pecan Deluxe’s £3m investment plans are underway
Inclusions specialist Pecan Deluxe Candy (Europe) has announced that its £3 million factory extension is due for completion in October 2018.