Snacks
Nestlé reveals festive cheer with new lines including a KitKat Santa
Several new key lines of confectionery including a KitKat Santa are set to be released by Nestlé in the UK as part of its latest festive product campaign, alongside established seasonal favourites.
Interpack names Thomas Dohse as director amid key progress for 2021 event
Plans for next year’s global Interpack event continue to take shape with the appointment of Thomas Dohse as its project director, having previously served as its deputy, reports Neill Barston
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Mondelēz unveils enhanced diversity and inclusivity strategy, amid key sustainability progress
The Mondelēz International confectionery and snacks group has confirmed a key drive aimed at enhancing its existing diversity and inclusion initiatives focusing on racial equity economic empowerment measures.
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Haribo considers cutting 200 UK production roles
German-headquartered confectionery business Haribo is reportedly set to axe more than 200 jobs from its UK workforce under new plans being put forward by the company.
Studies reveal lockdown period prompts greater snacking trends and health awareness
The international period of lockdown and quarantine over coronavirus has led to a significant change in the UK’s food habits according to new research from Olam Cocoa, which revealed that we are collectively snacking notably more than we were before the pandemic.
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Bunge Loders Croklaan opens key Ghana shea butter processing site
Speciality oils and fats business Bunge Loders Croklaan (BLC), has officially opened an advanced shea butter processing facility in Tema, Ghana, with applications across the snacks, confectionery and bakery segments.
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FDF studies reveal major dip in business confidence despite sector hopes for export growth
Latest studies from the UK’s Food and Drink Federation have revealed confidence levels of businesses in the sector were down to a record low of -65.2% on its market tracker for the second quarter of 2020, yet noted potential valuable new global export opportunities, reports Neill Barston
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Hope is on the horizon with major confectionery launches being unveiled
While we are still in August of what has proved a particularly testing year, confectionery manufacturers are already fixing their gaze on the vital Christmas market.
Biscuits, crisps and chocolate remain kids’ favourite snacks, according to study
A study commissioned by UK snacks business Soreen has shown key insights into youngsters’ snacking habits, with children aged between 4 and 11 enjoying four snacks a day, with 41 per cent more likely to graze in the afternoon.
ISM organisers highlight major growth in organic confectionery and snacks
Event organisers of ISM have noted major growth in organic confectionery and snacks ranges at this year’s event, and have projected that the trend is set to continue for the 2021 industry showcase in Cologne, Germany, reports Neill Barston.
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pladis joins MSDUK group to improve supply chain workforce diversity
Global snacks group pladis has confirmed its membership of the MSDUK to help support its commitment for greater inclusion and workforce diversity across its supply chain manufacturing operations.
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Campden BRI to host online conference on tackling industry pathogens
With coronavirus continuing to affect the entire food and drink sector, research organisation Campden BRI will hold a three-day online conference focusing on how to control SARS-CoV-2. as well as other pathogens including Campylobacter and Listeria.
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CEO of Mars, Incorporated hails workers and reflects on coronavirus impact in open address
The CEO of Mars, Incorporated, Grant F Reid has penned an open address to its workers underlining the major pandemic challenges faced by the business, as well as noting the task ahead with an enhanced focus on employee wellbeing, reports Neill Barston.
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Syntegon delivers enhanced next generation flow wrapper
German-headquartered Syntegon Technology has launched its latest generation of flow wrappers – the Pack 202 aimed at confectionery and bakery markets for chocolate bars, cookies and wider snacks and bakery ranges, reports Neill Barston.
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