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Sweets & Snacks Expo set to relocate for its return in summer 2021
For the first time in its history of over 20 years, the Sweets & Snacks Expo is set to move from Chicago, and will be hosted next summer at at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, US, reports Neill Barston
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Confectionery sales gain a supernatural boost ahead of this weekend’s Halloween festivities
Ever since watching the Halloween celebrations featuring in Steven Spielberg’s ET as a kid, I’ve been fascinated by the lengths that some will go to mark this key annual extravaganza heralding the long, dark nights of winter.
Andy Baxendale interview: World Confectionery Conference feature
Confectionery Production catches up exclusively with sector expert Andy Baxendale to reflect on his career and plans for speaking at the 2021 World Confectionery Conference due to be held in Brussels next year. Neill Barston reports.
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World Confectionery Conference focus: Andy Baxendale gears up for speaking at our sector showcase
As a member of Confectionery Production’s editorial board, Andy Baxendale has plenty of tales from his varied career. Editor Neill Barston meets him at his UK studios in Greater Manchester, to discuss life amid the pandemic, and his latest plans including preparing to speak at the 2021 World Confectionery Conference.
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Confectionery manufacturer depends on the reliable checkweighing and statistical process control software from Minebea Intec
Sulá GmbH uses the checkweigher Synus and process software from Minebea Intec to check the weight of hard and soft sweets in various different packagings.
Sponsored: Confectionery manufacturer depends on the reliable checkweighing and statistical process control software from Minebea Intec
Confectionery manufacturer Sulá GmbH uses the checkweigher Synus and process software from Minebea Intec to check the weight of hard and soft sweets in various different packagings.
Major report on reducing sugar in ranges poses ongoing industry challenge
This past week has seen the release of Public Health England’s (PHE) assessment of how its much-publicised drive to reduce sugar intake by 20% within food categories including confectionery has performed, and the results have been far from what was anticipated.
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Focus: Behind the scenes preparing for ISM and ProSweets despite ongoing pandemic
Next year’s ISM and ProSweets are scheduled to take place once again in Cologne, despite the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. As Anne Schumacher, Vice President Food & Food Technology at Koelnmesse, explains, there has already been a strong response from exhibitors from around the world who are keenly anticipating the event – which will is anticipated to be held with additional health and safety measures
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Mars claims key breakthrough in delivering deforestation-free palm oil
A key environmental performance breakthrough has been achieved by Mars, Incorporated, as the group confirms its Palm Positive Plan has delivered a deforestation-free palm oil supply chain, reports Neill Barston
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Swizzels expansion plans backed by renewal of sustainable pallet logistics deal
UK confectionery manufacturer Swizzels, renowned for its traditional favourite Love Hearts sweets, has extended its collaboration with Coventry-based IPP, for logistics supply of sustainable wooden pallets, amid wider expansion of the business.
Major confectionery businesses continue to make key investments despite pandemic tests
Amid a notably turbulent year for global markets, Cargill has made a major announcement this week for expanding its innovation facilities at its key European site in Mouscron, Belgium (pictured), which is set to have a sizeable impact for the business.
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Hershey delivers its latest series of festive treats
US-based Hershey has joined the ranks of major confectionery brands unveiling a broad portfolio of new products for this year’s crucial Christmas trading period.
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
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.