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Mondelēz International completes deal for Give and Go
Mondelēz International has completed its agreement to acquire a significant majority interest in Give & Go, a North American business operating within sweet baked goods and owners of the two-bite brand of brownies and decorating kit specialists Create-A-Treat.
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.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Hershey forced to temporarily close its chocolate theme parks over coronavirus
The continued outbreak of coronavirus in the US has forced The Hershey Company to temporarily close its Chocolate World locations in Hershey, Pennsylvania and in Times Square, New York City, for a period of two weeks.
NCA results show majority of consumers set to buy confectionery for Valentine’s Day
According to research from the US-based National Confectioners Association, 87% of consumers across the country say they’re planning to celebrate Valentine’s Day by sharing a gift of chocolate or candy.
Giant Snickers breaks world record for 90th anniversary
A global record has been smashed by Mars Wrigley, as it unveiled the largest Snickers bar ever made during a Guinness World Records title bid at the company’s Waco, Texas, US plant.
Ferrero’s Nutella hotel pop-up venture set to hit US market
One of the most intriguing culinary pop-up ventures of recent times is about to land, as Ferrero offers what it believes is a first of its kind weekend getaway to Hotella Nutella in the US.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Hershey showcases its latest anniversary year showcases in US
As part of its 125th anniversary celebrations, The Hershey Company is showcasing insights and investments to increase sales of instant consumables to more than 23,500 convenience store retailers at the 2019 National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) Show Expo taking place at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta.
NCA calls for specialist speakers at Sweets and Snacks Expo 2020
Organisers of the Sweets & Snacks Expo in Chicago, US, are seeking thought leaders to provide show attendees with unique insights, trend forecasts and solutions at next year’s trade fair.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Sustainability
Lindt & Sprüngli posts upturn in half-year financial results
The Lindt & Sprüngli Group has gained sales of CHF 1.76 billion for the first half of 2019, representing a year-on-year increase of 6.2%.
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.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Precision Roll Grinders equipment marks 50th anniversary
US-based Precision Roll Grinders (PRG) is celebrating its 50th anniversary for its cylindrical roll grinds, which are widely used across industries including the processing operations within the confectionery sector.
Ferrero confirms $1.3 billion deal for Kellog Company’s cookie and snacks business
The Italian-headquartered Ferrero Group has agreed to acquire the cookie, fruit and fruit-flavoured snack, ice cream cone and pie crust businesses of the Kellogg Company for $1.3 billion (€1.16 billion).
Lindt & Sprüngli confectionery group maintains strong annual performance
The Lindt & Sprüngli Group has posted continued positive growth results for 2018, with sales increasing by 5.5% to CHF 4.3 billion.
Barry Callebaut confirms deal for Russian confectionery business
The Barry Callebaut Group has continued its programme of expansion with acquisition of Inforum, a Russian-based major brand chocolate producer.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability