Denmark
Oterra colours appoints new chief financial officer amid continued expansion
Danish headquartered natural colours group, Oterra, has appointed Hubert Windegger as its new chief financial officer joining the business this month, as it continues its global market expansion, including operating within confectionery segments, writes Neill Barston.
Lakrids set to mark International Liquorice Day with major global tasting campaign
An ambitious project from Danish confectionery firm Lakrids by Bülow will see it hand out a million free samples of its key lines around the world in celebration of international liquorice day, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability
Lakrids by Bülow forges special limited edition Valentines liquorice creations
Danish confectionery company Lakrids by Bülow is hoping for a slice of the Valentine’s action with its latest Love Collection selection box distinctively flavoured liquorice, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Sustainability
Expanded IFF Danish flavour labs offer key potential for confectionery and snacks
US-headquartered flavour business IFF has reported an expansion of its innovation capabilities with two new advanced labs at its European site in Braband, Denmark, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Lakrids by Bülow continues mission to ‘make the world love liquorice’ with London pop-up store
Danish-founded confectionery group Lakrids by Bülow has expanded its retail growth plans through launching a new pop-up store in London, as it continues to expand its global presence with its artisan-developed liquorice, reports Neill Barston.
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Palsgaard’s new CEO welcomes €18 million chocolate production investment
The new chief executive officer of Palsgaard, Helle Müller Petersen, has welcomed a major €18 million expansion of its Netherlands facility for high-grade PGPR emulsifiers, used within chocolate production, reports Neill Barston.
Exclusive: Lakrids by Bülow continues global expansion plans for liquorice lines
While liquorice may not be universally popular, one business, Lakrids by Bülow, is aiming to change that with its distinctive premium Danish brand making global waves with expanded retail lines and store creation plans, as Neill Barston discovers speaking to its founder.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Lakrids by Bülow marks World Chocolate Day with new organic Slow Crafted series
Danish-based gourmet liquorice brad Lakrids by Bülow has selected World Chocolate Day to unveil its latest organic Slow Crafted product range, presented in premium, recycled glass packaging, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Oterra natural colours strikes deal for US-based Food Ingredient Solutions
Global natural colours group Oterra has expanded its international presence within the segment after acquiring US-based business Food Ingredient Solutions, reports Neill Barston.
Palsgaard research reveals continued consumer demand for plant-based products
Latest research from emulsifier and stabiliser specialist Palsgaard has revealed that global demand for plant-based product ranges has increased notably since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Oterra moves to confirm acquisition for Diana Food’s natural colouring business
The Danish-based Oterra solutions group has confirmed its earlier outlined proposals to acquire Diana Food’s natural food colouring business, with both parties having now singed a transaction for an undisclosed sum, writes Neill Barston.
Arla Food Ingredients delivers new ‘healthy indulgence’ protein bar concept
Danish-headquartered Arla Foods Ingredients has unveiled a new concept to help manufacturers create protein bars focused on healthier indulgence without compromising on functionality.
UK’s Uncle Joe’s Mint Balls hails revival in EU trading with latest Danish order
UK traditional sweet brand Uncle Joe’s Mint Balls has reported a is enjoying a return to European trading with its first reported order from Denmark in two years amid wider interest from other EU countries, writes Neill Barston.
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Palsgaard’s breakthrough chocolate emulsifier set for World Confectionery Conference showcase
A key confectionery breakthrough is being claimed by Danish emulsifier specialist Palsgaard with its latest polyglycerol polyricinoleate (PGPR) product designed to enhance the functionality and efficiency of chocolate manufacturers’ ranges, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability