Sweets and Snacks Expo
Sweets and Snacks continues preparations for new Indianapolis venue
The US Sweets and Snacks Expo event is counting down towards the return of its key industry showcase, which for the first time in its history takes place in Indianapolis, marking two years since it was last held, reports Neill Barston.
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NCA welcomes key vaccine progress ahead of Sweets and Snacks Expo
Organisers of the US 2021 Sweets and Snacks Expo have reported key progress in hosting June’s event, with enhanced safety precautions key amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, writes Neill Barston.
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National Confectioners Association unveils latest future sector leaders
The US-based National Confectioners Association today announced the five confectionery industry professionals selected for the 2021 Future Leadership Programme, writes Neill Barston.
Loacker USA: behind the scenes focus interview
Confectionery Production editor Neill Barston interviews TJ Rooney, President of Loacker USA on its handling of the pandemic, key trends and hopes for 2021
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Market focus: US confectionery sector faces key challenges amid coronavirus pandemic
The world’s biggest single confectionery market is always an interesting one to observe, but like all others, the US market faces a battle to recover from the effects left in the wake of coronavirus affecting the nation. Neill Barston reports
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Organisers of Sweets and Snacks Expo continue to monitor US coronavirus situation
The organisers of Sweets and Snacks Expo in Chicago, US, have stated they are continuing to monitor the situation regarding the Coronavirus outbreak, with the show due less than two months away.
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NCA president John Downs calls for urgent small business support amid coronavirus outbreak
The US-based National Confectioners Association President and CEO John Downs has highlighted the urgent need to support businesses in surviving the economic impact of the coronavirus outbreak.
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Hershey changes chocolate bar design for first time in 125 years
For the first time in The Hershey Company’s 125-year history, the Hershey’s brand is changing the look of its original milk chocolate bar and transforming each piece to include an emoji.
Sweets and Snacks Expo delivers major confectionery releases
Delivering market insights and a host of new products, this year’s Sweets and Snacks Expo held plenty of intriguing prospects, as Neill Barston discovered
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Brazilian companies report results upturn at Sweets and Snacks Expo
Results from Brazilian companies appearing at this year’s Sweets and Snacks Expo have shown they made US$ 1.34 million in business, with an expected US$ 12.35 million to be closed in the next 12 months.
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Game of Thrones Oreo cookies sell out in record time
A special edition range of Oreo cookies based on the global hit TV series Game of Thrones sold out in record time, according to manufacturer Mondelēz International.
Sweets and Snacks Expo under way with hundreds of new products
More than 800 exhibitors have taken their respective places as The Sweets & Snacks Expo opens its doors at McCormick Place, Chicago.
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Brazil’s leading confectioners prepare for Sweets and Snacks Expo
A group of leading Brazilian confectionery companies have confirmed plans to launch a wide range of new flavours and better-for-you products at Sweets and Snacks Expo 2019.
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The Confectionery Foundation is set to boost industry careers at Sweets and Snacks Expo
The stage is set for Chicago in the US to become its its own version of Candyland when The Confectionery Foundation returns to the Sweets & Snacks Expo for the eighth consecutive year with the Next Generation career programme.