WCC news
Sensient offers industry advice on US transition to natural colours after FDA ruling
Flavouring and colours group, Sensient, has offered industry advice in the wake of a US ruling by FDA health body revoking the use of Red No 3 colouring, which is widely used in confectionery and bakery ranges, reports Neill Barston.
Exclusive: Wild Thingz confectionery aims to make its mark with healthier option ranges
Seeking to forge a dynamic confectionery company that not only produces great tasting sweets, but ones that are better for you and vegan friendly is a challenge that Fliss Newland is engaging with wholeheartedly. Editor Neill Barston speaks to her about her company, Wild Thingz and its fast-rising prospects
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Rainforest Alliance moves to streamline and enhance certification standards
Key sustainability NGO, Rainforest Alliance has delivered two strategic developments in streamlining and innovating its certification programme, and enhancing certification on livelihoods, climate and regenerative agriculture, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Premium Swiss confectionery brand Läderach expands British retail presence
Swiss premium chocolate business, Läderach, has moved to further bolster its UK presence in opening the doors of two new retail locations in London, including at Canary Wharf, as well as Selfridges’ confectionery hall, reports Neill Barston.
Early bird rates available for World Confectionery Conference 2025 edition
Early bird rates for our 2025 edition of the World Confectionery Conference are now available to both readers and potential exhibitors at our key annual event that will place a major spotlight on issues and opportunities across the sector, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Exclusive: Caobisco president Can Buharali set for World Confectionery Conference 2025 speaking return
The World Confectionery Conference is set offer a welcome return for Can Buharali, president of Caobisco, the key European industry trade association, which has continued to represent the interests of companies of all sizes across the sector, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability
Easter cheer for Lindt & Sprungli with new lines and improved annual results
With Lindt & Sprungli releasing its latest results that have shown organic growth of 7.8% to CHF 5.47 billion, the business has also released its latest salted caramel classic Easter egg bunny, writes Neill Barston.
Exclusive video: State of the Industry Conference 2025 report
A mood of resilience and determination summed up this year’s State of the Industry Conference in Miami, Florida, as editor Neill Barston examines in our exclusive video report below.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
pladis UK division head David Murray gains key global role, following CEO’s departure
David Murray, leader of the UK and Ireland division of the Turkish-owned pladis group, is set to transition into a newly created position of Global Chief Commercial Officer for its international business, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
State of Treating report unveils future growth projection for US confectionery sector
Revenues for the US confectionery sector took another key step forward, attaining sales of $54.2 billion for 2024, despite wider challenges impacting the market amid a period of economic constraints, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory
NCA president hails the power of collaboration at SOTIC, as US delivers record confectionery sales
An engaging opening to this year’s State of the Industry Conference in Miami was fashioned, as John Downs, CEO and president and CEO John Downs took to the stage taking the guise of a late night TV host, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Exclusive: EU ‘Omnibus’ sustainability plans raise key industry concerns
The European Commission has released its ‘Omnibus’ proposals on streamlining corporate sustainability reporting, including for companies across the food and drink sector, which controversially significantly reduce the amount of businesses required to engage with the landmark legislation, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ritter Sport’s UK division records best-ever annual performance amid wider company growth
Ritter Sport UK has marked a strong financial performance for its British operations, recording its largest level of growth, up 50% year-on-year, as the wider business marks an upturn in its results, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz outlines plans for growth and business development at key New York conference
Key plans for growth were outlined by Mondelēz International at the latest 2025 Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) Conference, including continuing a strategy of revenue focused on core chocolate, biscuits and snacks ranges, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability