Europe
Barry Callebaut posts key upturn in six-month revenues
The Swiss-headquartered Barry Callebaut group has reported a 6.0% (+3.5% in CHF) increase in sales revenues, to CHF 3.6 billion, for the first six months of its financial year, amid the success of its ruby chocolate.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Lindt & Sprüngli confectionery group maintains strong annual performance
The Lindt & Sprüngli Group has posted continued positive growth results for 2018, with sales increasing by 5.5% to CHF 4.3 billion.
Cargill and Royal DSM combine to create zero-calorie sweeteners
The Cargill global ingredients and food solutions group has confirmed a partnership with Royal DSM, an international science-based nutrition company, with a joint venture seeking to speed the development of cost-effective zero-calorie sweeteners.
Study reveals significant rise in almond use within the snacks sector
The latest study from Innova Market Research has found that almonds retain the number one spot for product inclusions in Europe across food ranges including confectionery and bakery markets.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Guittard Chocolate Company secures major European distribution
The US-based Guittard Chocolate Company has agreed a key deal with HB Ingredients for distribution of its range throughout Europe.
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Tough tariffs for US confectionery as America increases taxes on Canada
With events within global trade moving at an exceptionally fast pace amid tariff showdowns between the US and China, we round-up some of the key issues affecting confectionery. Keith Nuthall reports
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability