Middle East

Dubai’s DMCC unveils plans for cacao centre international trade hub

The Dubai-based DMCC Free Zone and government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise has unveiled plans for an advanced Cacao Centre, writes Neill Barston.

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

Nestlé and Dawn Foods sign EMENA region bakery deal including KitKat muffins

A key deal has been signed between Nestlé Professional and Dawn Foods in a co-branding venture for bakery ranges including cookies and KitKat-topped muffins, in the EMENA Region (Europe, Middle East & North Africa), reports Neill Barston.

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

Miwe expands bakery operations in centennial year with Dubai facilities

German-based bakery systems business Miwe is marking its centennial year through expanding its range of facilities with a new company branch in Dubai, UAE.

Business news, Processing

tna expands Middle East capabilities with new Dubai site

Australian-headquartered tna has developed a services hub for its Middle East operations, opening a new office and training facility in Dubai.

Business news, Packaging, Processing

Gulfood attracts a host of global manufacturing innovations

With a broad array of industry innovations on display, Gulfood Manufacturing revealed some significant developments for the confectionery and bakery sectors. Neill Barston reports

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

Technology development vital for Middle East food manufacturing

The future of the GCC’s food manufacturing sector, including its confectionery and bakery segments, lies in the readiness of its key players to embrace new technology and deliver competitive advantage, according to a leading global leader in organic and natural products.

Business news, Ingredients, New products

Gulfood Manufacturing confirms key event programme

Major areas of focus for this year’s Gulfood Manufacturing in Dubai have been unveiled including industry an 4.0 tech summit, a buyers’ programme, and a wide range of equipment from across the sector, including confectionery and bakery systems.

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

Confectionery consultant oversees UK style fudge production in Saudi Arabia

UK confectionery specialist Andy Baxendale has been commissioned to oversee a project manufacturing British-style fudge in Saudi Arabia.

Business news, Processing

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Events

Mon

20

Mar

International Food and Drink Event (IFE)

The well-established IFE food and drink event, including exhibitions from the confectionery and snacks world, will be hosted in the UK at the Excel centre, between 20-22 March. For more information see: ife.co.uk

Sun

23

Apr

ISM and ProSweets 2023

The key ISM and ProSweets trade fairs return to Cologne for a revised April date due to ongoing major industry challenges in supply chains. For details visit www.ism-cologne.com/

Thu

4

May

interpack

Mon

22

May

Sweets & Snacks Expo

The annual major Sweets & Snacks Expo returns to McCormick Place, Chicago, US for the final time before it heads out to alternate locations from 2024. For more details visit www.sweetsandsnacks.com

Thu

5

Oct

World Confectionery Conference

The international confectionery conference and exhibition dedicated to chocolate, sweets, snacks and bakery markets globally.

5 October, Harrogate, UK

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