Final countdown for Gulfood manufacturing
With the countdown approaching to this year’s Gulfood manufacturing, Mark Napier, exhibitions director of the Dubai World Trade Centre and show director, examines highlights from the event
Mars Wrigley intensifies the battle for production sustainability
The announcement by Mars Wrigley Confectionery on its decision for a $1 billion package of support to assist African cocoa growing communities is a definite step in the right direction.
Barry Callebaut reveals origins of ruby chocolate
Developing ruby as the ‘fourth type of chocolate’ has proved a labour of love for Swiss manufacturer Barry Callebaut.
Ombar announces Fair for Life certification
Ombar, producer of raw chocolate in the UK, has announced that it is now certified as Fair For Life, an internationally recognised programme for Fair Trade and Responsible Supply Chains.
Making strides towards sustainability
These past few days have been very much about the World Cocoa Conference here in Berlin.
Ethical endorsements
UK chocolate company Whitakers Chocolates is now certified to manufacture chocolate approved by the Rainforest Alliance, Fairtrade and UTZ. Katie Smith speaks to sales manager Ian Webster to find out more.
Sugar supply
It has been a few months since quotas limiting European Union (EU) sugar production were scrapped on 30 September, and while its longer-term impact has yet to become clear, experts agree that EU output will rise, at least in the short term.
Reclosable lidding film for US snack pack
Packaging solutions specialist Parkside is launching a reclose lidding film for a snack fruit pack in the US.
Empowerment is key
Last week, I attended a conference in London which was hosted by Divine Chocolate to mark International Women’s Day, and what an inspiring day it was.
Whitworths partners with DS Smith for packaging range
Dried fruit, nuts and seeds producer Whitworths has turned to packaging and supply chain specialist DS Smith for a tailored packaging solution for its new ‘Full of Super’ product range.
Gearing up for Interpack
We’ve just sent the March issue of Confectionery Production to print. In it, you’ll find an overview of what’s happening at international packaging trade show Interpack, as well as the latest trends in confectionery processing and packaging.
Live from ProSweets and ISM
Today, my blog comes to you live from the ProSweets and ISM trade fairs in Cologne, Germany, where everything from automatic panning and moulding machines to chewy sweets and turn into gum are being presented.
Key trends for 2017
As we wave goodbye to Christmas and close the door on 2016, all eyes turn to 2017. With that, Euromonitor International has identified some of the key trends set to shape the global market next year.
Business, Candy & Gum, Functional & Free-from, Packaging, Seasonal
Give an Oreo gift this Christmas
Mondelēz International-owned biscuit brand Oreo has unveiled a new online gifting experience for consumers, featuring festive Oreo Thins with White Fudge Covered Oreo cookies.