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Multi-million investment completed for Alland & Robert’s acacia gum production facilities
Major manufacturing investments from French-based ingredients firm Alland & Robert totalling €11 million, have seen a fourth production line open at its Normandy facilities that are anticipated to significantly enhance its operations, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
France’s Dumoulin returns to ProSweets with latest equipment series
With decades of experience in automatic confectionery coating, French-based Dumoulin is regarded as a key reference for technology within the market segment, which will be showcased at ProSweets in Cologne, Germany, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Alland & Robert study on Acacia gum finds key ‘Nutri-Score’ ingredient gains for biscuit market
French-based ingredients company Alland & Robert has released results from its latest consumer research revealing that acacia gum, has provided a strong means of improving the ‘Nutri Score’ of biscuit ranges, tapping into a demand for healthier product options, reports Neill Barston.
Ferrero business CTH invest begins negotiations to acquire French snacks firm Michel et Augustin
A Ferrero-related business, CTH invest, has confirmed that it has started exclusive negotiations for a full acquisition of French-based snacks and biscuit firm, Michel et Augustin from Danone, writes Neill Barston.
FIE ingredients event offers international innovation platform for manufacturers
Some of the biggest names in the ingredients sector are due to assemble for the latest edition of Food Ingredients Europe (FIE), which is due to begin next week in Frankfurt, Germany, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Mecatherm and ABI to offer combined equipment innovations for iba’s 2023 event
Equipment businesses Mecatherm and ABI have joined forces to deliver a notable series of new equipment for the bakery and snacks sector at this year’s iba event taking place this week in Munich, Germany, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
GNT set to showcase its Exberry colouring food at CFIA Rennes
Colouring foods group GNT is set to demonstrate how brands within the confectionery, snacks and wider sector can use plant-based Exberry colours to build powerful connections with modern consumers at CFIA Rennes 2023.
Touton delivers latest sustainability report focused on supporting entire value chain
Global agricultural group Touton, which has key interests in the cocoa trade, has unveiled its latest sustainability report covering 2021-2022, focused on supporting its entire value chain, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Exclusive video: European Cocoa Association forum set to address major deforestation, child labour and consumer trends
Paul Davis, the recently elected president of the European Cocoa Association, has expressed his hopes for the sector ahead of the organisation’s latest forum event taking place in Rome, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
Salon du Chocolat Paris event set for stylish return with its 27th edition
A fine array of luxury chocolate and industry innovations will under the spotlight, as the Paris Salon du Chocolat returns this autumn, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Puratos confirms deal for French start-up Rapidle, expanding European online presence
Global chocolate and bakery ingredients supplier Puratos has confirmed a deal to acquire French start-up Rapidle, specialising in e-commerce solutions, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Belgium’s Vanparys expands operations with marzipan production capabilities
Belgian-based Vampary’s confectionery has moved to expand its operations, after acquiring capabilities to produce handmade marzipan flowers for decorating pastry ranges, writes Dominique Huret.
Traiteur de Paris releases latest bakery series for snack professionals
Traiteur de Paris, manufacturer of frozen cakes and pastries, is expanding its La Bakery range devised for
snack professionals, with Le Gourmand – Chocolate Banana Cake.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Remaining award categories announced for Academy of Chocolate Awards 2021
The Academy of Chocolate has announced the results from its remaining categories in its 2021 Awards, which include hot chocolates, spreads, flavoured couverture bars and the Academy of Chocolate brand experience.