Tag: confectionery
Europe: Consumers demand natural confectionery, finds GNT survey
Naturalness is a key factor when choosing fruity gums and lollies, according to a survey of 5,000 people aged 18-65 in France, Germany, Italy,...
Europe: Researchers study occurrence of fat bloom in chocolate products
While white flecks on sweets with a chocolate glaze are harmless, they are esthetically unappealing.
More than just improper storage can diminish the glossy sheen.
Researchers...
Americas: 3D Systems, institute partner in 3D food printing
3D Systems (3DS) and The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) have partnered to provide faculty and students the opportunity to explore the intersection of...
Americas: Hershey showcases 3D printing technology
The Hershey Company, in partnership with 3D Systems, announced the December 19 debut of its three dimension (3-D) Chocolate Candy Printing exhibit at Hershey’s...
Europe: Cargill expands production facility in Belgium
Cargill’s cocoa and chocolate business broke ground on a US$48 million investment to double the capacity of its Belgian chocolate production facility in Mouscron...
Europe: Mondelez International to build two lines worth US$50M
Mondelez International has announced plans to invest US$50 million in its Banbury, UK factory to build two lines that will manufacture Tassimo beverage capsules that will be...
Asia Pacific: Hershey acquires 80% of Shanghai Golden Monkey Food Joint...
The Hershey Company has completed the initial closing and acquired an 80% stake in Shanghai Golden Monkey Food Joint Stock Co., Ltd. (SGM), a...
Asia Pacific: AAK to build edible oils factory in China
AAK has decided to construct a speciality and semi-speciality edible oils factory in China.
The factory will be located in Zhangjiagang along the Yangtze river...
Europe: WILD launches intense color range for confectionery products
WILD offers a prism of intense shades for use in confectionery products: the Rainbow Range of concentrates and extracts is available in red, orange,...
Europe: Spain’s older consumers favor indulgent, luxurious confectionery
Manufacturers need to switch to premium products, as mature consumers are increasingly health-conscious and save confectionery for the occasional treat, according a Canadean report.
When...