sustainability
Sprüngli claims a world first with its Grand Cru Absolu confectionery
Swiss confectioner Sprüngli has claimed a world first in producing its latest release, Grand Cru Absolu, an intense chocolate experience made from just two ingredients – Bolivian single-origin cacao beans and juice from the cacao fruit.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Fairtrade report identifies greater combined initiatives required on key cocoa sustainability schemes
A major research project from Fairtrade has identified that the cocoa sector requires greater levels of joint working on sustainability ventures to help effectively tackle significant levels of farmer poverty that remain a crucial factor for confectionery supply chains.
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Study finds manufacturers prioritising sustainability have seen major profitability increases
Make UK and energy firm E.ON has found that manufacturers who have prioritised sustainability measures have seen a 40% increase in profit margins, and 30% increased competitiveness levels.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Valio sustainability report highlights key environmentally mindful product gains
Finnish dairy and ingredients group Valio has released its latest annual sustainability report, revealing a strong performance for the group, with net sales growth of 3% to €1.8 billion across its operations, which include confectionery applications.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory
ProSweets organisers extend early event booking scheme until the end of May
The organisers of ProSweets Cologne international trade fair have extended the term of early bird booking for exhibitors until 29 May, in light of the coronavirus pandemic causing considerable business disruption.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Confectionery sector will have plenty of food for thought over coronavirus pandemic
Food and Confectionery Industry Consultant Graham Godfrey, a board member of Confectionery Production explores just how the sector is set to be affected by the ever-evolving coronavirus pandemic
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Montezuma’s Chocolates takes on major rebranding across its ranges
UK confectionery brand Montezuma’s Chocolates has undergone a major packaging rebranding across its premium product portfolio.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Chr. Hansen makes major sustainability progress with solar park development
Danish bioscience and food solutions group Chr. Hansen has confirmed its good bacteria and natural colours ranges are now produced on 100% green energy with the installation of two new solar parks which have been put into full operation.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability
Potential chocolate breakthrough for Mars could offer a key boost to African confectionery
The decision by Mars to place a patent for a new chocolate series that has a higher melting point is extremely interesting on a number of levels.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability
Mondelēz releases its Snacking Made Right Report on sustainability progress
Global snacks and confectionery group Mondelēz International has published its 2019 Snacking Made Right Report, highlighting key progress towards achieving its 2025 sustainable and mindful snacking goals.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Bühler reveals further highlights of its virtual Interpack digital showcase
Swiss-headquartered equipment and industry solutions group Bühler has unveiled its full plans for a digital experience based on what would have been displayed at this year’s now postponed Interpack trade fair.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
GNT extends its colouring foods range with orange shades
The Netherlands-based GNT Group has extended its portfolio with two new Exberry Colouring Foods that deliver bright orange shades in powder and oil-dispersible formats, which include a broad base of potential uses across confectionery and bakery markets.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Australian Macadamia nut farmers set out to improve sustainability
Studies are being carried out by Australian macadamia growers to understand the sustainable characteristics of macadamia trees in a bid to improve farming practices to enhance environmental practices within the industry.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability
Syntegon shows upturn in annual revenues transitioning from Bosch Packaging Technology
German-based process and packaging technology business Syntegon, reported an upturn in its performance in 2019, with sales increasing year-on-year to €1.33 billion in 2019 from €1.28 billion for the previous twelve months.