Snacks
Herma unveils latest advanced eco labelling system for product packaging
Labelling specialist Herma has devised an advanced entry-level system that it set to showcase at this year’s Fachpack packaging and processing event in Nuremberg, Germany, writes Neill Barston.
Inflation drop welcomed by industry, though cocoa and confectionery product prices remain impacted
Today’s news that UK inflation within the food and drink sector has fallen to 1.5% is something that the industry is clearly welcoming amid a time of ongoing operating challenges within supply chains in terms of broader operating costs, including sustained spikes in the price of ingredient sourcing.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Major global demand for flexible packaging of confectionery predicted over next decade
Fast-rising demand for flexible packaging is anticipated to see the international segment increase from $9.8 billion in value this year to $13.4 bn within a decade, driven by a sustained growth within the ‘on-the-go’ product category, analysis, writes Neill Barston.
Caobisco joins fellow key industry indutry organisations calling for enhanced EU open trade policies
Caobisco, the European confectionery trade association has joined a total of 30 other major business groups in calling on the EU to adopt an ambitious and open trade policy with nations around the world to promote competitiveness and economic prosperity, writes Neill Barston.
Entrepreneur Yasir Patel proves a confectionery hit with “Aldi’s Next Big Thing”
An ambitious entrepreneur from Blackburn, Lancashire, Yasir Patel is celebrating success after securing a major contract from the Aldi supermarket chain after triumphing on its ‘Next Big Thing’ screen series, reports Neill Barston.
Ten PM snack bars claim key Ashwagandha wellbeing ingredient first
An innovative UK snacks manufacturer is claiming a sector first in devising an oat-based bar, Ten PM, featuring Ashwagandha plants used for combatting stress as a key ingredient, writes Neill Barston.
Ferrero’s Francesco Tramontin makes a welcome return to the World Confectionery Conference
As a founding contributor to our World Confectionery Conference, Ferrero’s Francesco Tramontin is set to make a return appearance speaking at our return event in Brussels, Belgium, writes Neill Barston.
Swizzels extends Marvellous Mallows line amid wider category growth
British confectionery business Swizzels has delivered an extension to its Marvellous Mallows range with the introduction of its new giant variety, developed in response to increased demand within the category, reports Neill Barston.
Exclusive: Caobisco president Can Buharali confirmed to speak at the World Confectionery Conference
Can Buharali, newly elected president of Caobisco European confectionery trade body has been confirmed as the latest to become a keynote speaker for our World Confectionery Conference event set to take place this autumn.
Italy’s Acma packaging systems celebrates a century in business
The globally-focused Italian founded Anonima Costruzioni Macchine Automatiche (ACMA), industry equipment and systems group is continuing some momentous celebrations for its centenary this month, writes Neill Barston.
Schubert’s open days success paves the way for its return
A key open day event for Germany’s Gerhard Schubert has been hailed a success by the packaging machinery specialist, which has confirmed the event is set to become a regular fixture in its operations, writes Neill Barston.
ISM’s Lab5 is alive and set for relocation within ProSweets
A major interactive element of ISM, the live demonstration known as Lab5, is set to be relocated for the 2025 edition of the event in Cologne, Germany, and will be given its own section as part of the parallel ProSweets equipment and systems event, reports Neill Barston.
Ugandan vanilla exporters hail nation’s ability to compete with key Madagascar crops
A key move has been made by the Association of Vanilla Exporters of Uganda Limited (VANEX) in raising awareness of a need to diversify crop sources to avoid supply chain disruptions, as well as spotlighting the unique benefits of Ugandan vanilla, writes Neill Barston.
Mondelēz makes major strategic investment in Singapore biscuit and snacks hub
A significant investment has been made by Mondelēz International (MDLZ) as it inaugurated its new regional biscuit and baked snacks lab and innovation kitchen in Singapore, supported by $5 million investment, amid continued category growth, reports Neill Barston.