environmental policy

Study finds manufacturers prioritising sustainability have seen major profitability increases

Make UK and energy firm E.ON has found that manufacturers who have prioritised sustainability measures have seen a 40% increase in profit margins, and 30% increased competitiveness levels.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability

Valio sustainability report highlights key environmentally mindful product gains

Finnish dairy and ingredients group Valio has released its latest annual sustainability report, revealing a strong performance for the group, with net sales growth of 3% to €1.8 billion across its operations, which include confectionery applications.

Business news, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory

Chr. Hansen makes major sustainability progress with solar park development

Danish bioscience and food solutions group Chr. Hansen has confirmed its good bacteria and natural colours ranges are now produced on 100% green energy with the installation of two new solar parks which have been put into full operation.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability

Food and Drink Federation calls on UK government to support the sector in its latest manifesto

The UK’s Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has released its latest manifesto seeking government backing for its key sector markets amid a backdrop of continued trading uncertainty surrounding Brexit.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability

Mondelēz International pledges 100% packaging recycling by 2025

Global confectionery group Mondelēz International today has built on its sustainability policies in committing to making its entire packaging operations recyclable by 2025.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability