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Luker Chocolate reports significant progress on sustainability policies with latest annual report
A series of positive gains has been delivered by Luker Chocolate in its annual report, including progress against its core sustainability targets on supporting farmers with enhanced pay, traceability and environmental practices, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Tate & Lyle appoints Steve Foots as key board member and non-executive director
Global ingredients group Tate & Lyle PLC has named Steve Foots as its latest recruit to join its board as a non-executive director and as a member of the Remuneration and Nominations Committees from the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting.
Ghana’s cocoa crisis requires major structural changes to ensure its future
The recent assertion from Ghana’s newly-elected president John Mahama that Cocobod, the organisation overseeing the second largest cocoa supplying nation on earth stands to lose a projected figure of $1.3 billion due to contracts being rolled-over for a year at the height of crop prices is particularly concerning.
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.
Perfetti Van Melle appoints Rob Lockley as UK commercial managing director
Perfetti Van Melle has promoted Rob Lockley to lead its commercial operations in the UK, having formerly driven the sales operation of successful start-up, Fulfil Nutrition, writes Neill Barston.
Hershey names Tiffany Menyhart as chief customer officer
The US-based Hershey Company has confirmed that Tiffany Menyhart has been appointed to the post of chief customer officer, which she takes up from this month, with a target of honing its retail and consumer engagement, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, 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
Mondelēz appoints major executive vice president for international snacking business
Global snacking group Mondelēz International has confirmed Norberto Chaclin as Executive Vice President and Chief Research & Development Officer for its international operations, writes Neill Barston.
KitKat delivers new tablet series following multi-million investment in Sofia site
A major new format for KitKat has been launched with the release of its tablets series, following key €44 million investment in its production facilities in Sofia, Bulgaria, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, 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
Olam Group plans sales of remaining stake in its global agri business
The Olam Group, parent business of ingredients enterprise ofi, has confirmed it has proposed the sale of its remaining stake in its agricultural arm, Olam Agri to the Saudi Agriculture & Livestock investment company (Salic), as part of wider strategic reorganisation of its operations, reports Neill Barston.
India’s Haldiram snacking group moves to make an impact with British distribution
Well-established Indian snacking business, Haldiram, has expanded its distribution to launch premium gifting boxes in the UK, offering a regional confectionery taste for British consumers, reports Neill Barston.
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