Snacks
World Confectionery Conference exclusive: Behind the scenes at Ferrero’s key Luxembourg HQ
Located close to a UNESCO world heritage site, Ferrero’s headquarters in Luxembourg certainly are a marker for its notable ambitions. Neill Barston meets Francesco Tramontin, its vice president for EU institutional relations and group public policy, ahead of his World Confectionery Conference presentation.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Canada’s Regal moves to complete key acquisition of Mondoux Confectionery
Canadian-based Regal Confections is progressing a major acquisition move for long-established Quebec gummy manufacturer, Mondoux Confectionery, as it seeks to enhance its portfolio in the region, writes Neill Barston.
Olam records strong half-year growth, with ofi ingredients setting the pace
The Olam Group, has posted its latest half-year performance figures of $26.9 billion in revenue, up 9.1%, with the company’s ofi ingredients division leading the way for delivering renewed growth, writes Neill Barston.
UK food and drink business confidence drops 8% as economic and regulatory challenges persist
The Food and Drink Federation’s latest second quarter report has revealed the majority of businesses in the region are preparing to make investment into their operations, but confidence has decreased by 8%, amid notable ongoing regulatory and economic challenges, writes Neill Barston.
Oreo and Coca-Cola team-up for latest major product launch
A major brand collaboration has been unveiled between Coca-Cola and Oreo, which have now become ‘besties’ for a limited time due of products, writes Neill Barston.
Latest industry study shows snack food packaging set for key global growth
A fresh industry report has revealed that the snack food packaging market, valued at $19.2 billion last year, is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5 percent through the forecast period, reaching $26.25 Bn by 2030, writes Neill Barston.
Confetti Snacks brand extends major US market listings
Confetti Snacks, the innovative and award-winning brand known for its vibrant and nutrient-dense upcycled veggie and fruit chips, has confirmed its expansion into around 900 Walmart stores across the United States. This significant milestone marks a major step in Confetti Snacks’ mission to make delicious and sustainable snacking accessible to a wider audience.
Exclusive: Celebrating nine decades in publishing at the World Confectionery Conference
Our World Confectionery Conference will be offering a key celebration for Confectionery Production’s 90th anniversary, with our title having served the industry consistently over its eventful and varied history, as editor Neill Barston reports.
SkyFlakes Crackers takes flavour exploration to the next level at CNE Toronto 2024
SkyFlakes Crackers is teaming up with Century Tuna to bring you three days of flavour exploration from August 16th to September 2nd.
Queen’s Award winning Nim’s Fruit Crisps gains a rebranding makeover
Innovative British snacks business Nim’s Fruit Crisps has undergone a key rebrand, as it sets out to launch its 65th product.
Mondelēz International posts drop in second quarter sales, as global economic uncertainties prevail
Mondelēz International has released its latest quarterly results, with figures down 1.9% to $8.3 billion, as the business encountered trading headwinds attributed to unfavourable global exchange rates and divestment of some of its gum business, writes Neill Barston.
Hershey records second quarter sales dip amid challenging markets
Hershey has released its latest second quarter results, that reveal net sales of $2.07 billion for the period, with sales down 16.7% year-on-year, attributed to higher key ingredients costs and a shopper caution amid challenging economies, reports Neill Barston.
Key promotion for Ishida Europe’s Guy Dix as technical director
Equipment and systems business Ishida Europe has announced the promotion of longstanding employee Guy Dix to technical director for the region, as the business continues to devise ranges for confectionery and snacks markets, writes Neill Barston.
GoodSam unveils latest impact report highlighting ethical snack ingredient sourcing
Ethically-founded GoodSAM Foods, which produces a broad range of sustainably sourced products including for confectionery and snacks, has released its latest impact report, highlighting key growth gains and extension of farming partnerships, writes Neill Barston.