Switzerland
Ruth Metzler-Arnold steps down from the Bühler board of directors
The Bühler industry solutions and equipment business has confirmed that Ruth Metzler-Arnold has resigned as a Member of the Board of Directors and Chairwoman of the Audit Committee, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Barry Callebaut reports Q4 upturn after unprecedented conditions during 2020
The Barry Callebaut Group has reported a fourth quarter recovery of 4% in its annual trading results, after the business acknowledged “unprecedented conditions” had impacted upon revenues for the first half of its financial year, writes Neill Barston
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
World’s largest chocolate fountain takes centre stage at Lindt’s new Home of Chocolate
What is believed to be the world’s largest freestanding chocolate fountain will take centre stage at the new Home of Chocolate attraction at Lindt & Sprüngli’s Swiss headquarters in Kilchberg near Zurich, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Processing, 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
Barry Callebaut records revenue upturn, though warns of coronavirus financial headwinds
Half-year sales revenues for the Swiss-headquartered Barry Callebaut chocolate and cocoa processing group have risen by 5.8% to CHF 3.8 billion, for the period ending February 2020.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Swiss chocolate market records key annual growth
Chocosuisse, the association of Swiss chocolate manufacturers, has revealed a market upturn during 2019, recording a 2.2% rise in sales to a total of CHF 1.79 billion for the year.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Toblerone maintains peak performance
As one of the most instantly recognisable chocolate brands in the world, Toblerone is maintaining its market presence after more than a century. Neill Barston explores its Swiss production facilities After gaining the chance to take in the striking scenery of the Swiss alps, it’s easy to understand exactly why they have become such a […]
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Processing, Sustainability
Bühler to recommend Rainer Schulz as management board member
The Bühler Group is proposing Rainer Schulz, former CEO of Rehau as a new member of the Swiss-headquartered company’s board of directors.
Bühler’s Swiss cubic innovation centre opens digital doorways
With major investment into its construction, Bühler’s Cubic centre is anticipated to deliver a host of creative food solutions, including new confectionery ranges. Neill Barston returns to report on the Swiss facility’s completion
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Coca-Cola HBC confirms €260 million deal for Serbian Bambi confectionery
Swiss bottling business Coca‑Cola HBC has enhanced its portfolio with a €260 million acquisition deal for Bambi, a leading Serbian confectionery company.