market expansion

Cargill moves to create its first Asian chocolate production facilities in India

Cargill has confirmed a deal with a local chocolate manufacturer in Western India, as it responds to market growth in the region through creating its first manufacturing site within Asia. Neill Barston reports

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients

Ferrero continues US expansion with opening fifth regional distribution centre

Ferrero USA has further expanded its presence in the country through opening of a new distribution centre in McDonough, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta, creating up to 250 jobs.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Processing, Sustainability

Barentz International expands with acquisition of Chicago based Ingredients Inc

Barentz International, a global distributor of life science ingredients, has confirmed the acquisition of Chicago-based Ingredients Inc, which offers product applications including confectionery and bakery ranges.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing

Symrise opens its new multi-million fragrance and flavourings facilities in China

The global Symrise flavour and fragrance group has made a major investment of €50 million in opening a new production site for its operations in Nantong, eastern China.

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

Barry Callebaut confirms deal for Russian confectionery business

The Barry Callebaut Group has continued its programme of expansion with acquisition of Inforum, a Russian-based major brand chocolate producer.

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