Mondelēz CEO warns ‘shaky’ UK regulations threaten future investment
Mondelēz CEO Dirk Van de Put has cautioned that global consumer confidence is at a 30-year low as a result of protracted economic instability.
Confectionery & Snacks
Mondelēz reveals taste is no longer king in snacking
Consumers aren’t simply looking for something tasty. Mondelēz International’s latest report suggests they increasingly want food that entertains, comforts and gives them something worth talking about
Mondelēz appoints new finance head
Global food and drink powerhouse Mondelēz has appointed a veteran of the consumer goods sector as its new chief financial officer (CFO).
Tony’s Chocolonely: Cocoa price fall is ‘massive blow’
The ethical chocolate manufacturer argues that previously higher cocoa prices demonstrate that industry can afford to do better.
Better late than never: Lidl finally unveils its very own caterpillar cake
Discount grocer Lidl is joining the “caterpillar craze” by finally launching its own take on Marks & Spencer’s iconic Colin the Caterpillar cake.
Plant-based confectioner recalls chocolate bar over undeclared allergen
A confectionery brand is recalling one of its chocolate bar products over concerns about an undeclared allergen.
McVitie’s enters savoury market with new Penguin snack
Biscuit manufacturer McVitie’s is expanding its savoury portfolio with the launch of an all-new snack.
Radnor Hills ventures into the snacking industry
Welsh mineral water brand Radnor Hills is making its first move outside the drinks industry by investing in a new snacking brand.
NOMO: ‘Chocolate innovation isn’t inclusive enough and brands are missing out’
Flavour innovation in chocolate is seeing rapid advances but choice is lacking for free-from consumers. NOMO’s senior brand manager explains how inclusive flavour innovation has unlocked growth for the business across the category.
Dessert brand pulls product from shelves over undeclared allergen fears
Dessert brand Gü has recalled one of its products from stores, citing concerns over multiple undeclared allergens.
UK supermarket pulls widely-consumed product over glass contamination fears
A national supermarket chain has recalled a cashew product because of a possible foreign body contamination.
What does Milka’s shrinkflation mean for food manufacturers?
A German court has found Milka guilty of shrinkflation deception - legal expert Euan Duncan takes a look at what happened and why this ruling matters for the wider food and drink sector.
Ella’s Kitchen launches snacks for older toddlers
The UK baby food brand has launched a new range of products, geared towards older infants.
Mars to pump £190M into flagship Slough factory
Global food manufacturing giant Mars is set to invest £190 million into its factory in Slough to turn it into a ‘next generation’ hub.
How Hershey is using AI to future-proof its marketing model
Chocolate manufacturer Hershey has developed a new AI system that is set to revamp its marketing strategy.
PepsiCo eyes 50% low-carbon fertiliser by 2030
PepsiCo and Fertiberia agree long‑term collaboration project aimed at European decarbonising potato and corn farming.
Magnum’s ‘multisensorial’ ice cream tops FMCG NPD chart
New analysis from Worldpanel by Numerator places Magnum’s Utopia ice cream among the top innovative products for 2025.
The Gut Stuff snapped up by Swiss food producer
Global food company, Hero Group, has acquired snacking and gut health brand, The Gut Stuff.
How Mondelēz is using UK innovation and partnerships to drive its ESG strategy
Confectionery and snacking giant Mondelēz International has said that the UK and Ireland are at the forefront of its sustainability innovation efforts.
Ferrero faces EU antitrust audit
Investigators are conducting an audit at the offices of chocolate manufacturer, Ferrero.
Barry Callebaut profits up 66% but sales slump continues
Strong cash flow and rising profits mask ongoing operational pressures in Barry Callebaut’s latest results, raising questions about what recovery will really look like for the chocolate industry
Matcha mania: The latest wave of green tea NPD
Brands race to innovate as matcha continues to gain ground in UK and US markets, with new launches from Alpro and Forest Feast among others.
Cocoa can’t keep up - so what do we do?
The structural gap between cocoa supply and demand will not close anytime soon, warns Raphaël Felenbok, cocoa and chocolate industry expert and board advisor at Win-Win.
KitKat heist sends urgent warning to CPG sector
Over 400,000 KitKats have vanished in transit, highlighting the increasing threat of cargo crime
Lindt: The premium strategy driving record growth
Strong growth and expanding global reach are cementing Lindt’s position as the premium market leader
Bulgarian bakery and snacks leader sold to Valeo Foods
Sweets, snacks and treats producer Valeo Foods is expanding its presence in Eastern Europe with the acquisition of Bulgarian firm, Prestige-96.
Ferrero axes group CEO role in root-and-branch reform
Italian food manufacturer Ferrero has removed its group CEO role as part of a wider management restructuring programme.
Is US Doritos’ Protein crisps launch a sign of things to come in UK?
Next month will see Doritos introducing protein crisps, with 10g more protein per one ounce serving.
PepsiCo’s Sunbites rebrands with focus on fibre
PepsiCo has rebranded its Sunbites snacking brand as S.U.N. in a bid to better communicate its ‘healthy’ ethos.
Fudge Kitchen competition results in new flavour launch
Fudge Kitchen hosted its annual New Year, New Flavour competition, with its teams across the country tasked with creating a new, limited-edition flavour.
When trust turns toxic: Mars exec jailed in $28m fraud case that exposed insider risk
Former Mars executive Paul Steed’s 63-month prison sentence for stealing more than $28m exposes how insider fraud can persist inside global food companies – and why scale can magnify risk
Barry Callebaut leadership reset - why and what comes next?
The news that Hein Schumacher is set to take over from Barry Callebaut CEO Peter Feld next week saw shares in the group rise by more than 3%.
Barry Callebaut CEO leaves
The chocolate and cocoa manufacturer has appointed a new chief executive officer as Peter Feld departs the business.
Proper Snacks targets UK’s love for hot sauce with spicy new lentil chips
Snack brand Proper is tapping into the spice craze with the launch of its new House Hot Sauce Lentil Chips.
New savoury high-protein snack bar hits stores
FRANK – a new savoury snacking brand – has secured its first UK retail listing with Whole Foods Market UK.
Shoppers brand the UK “a disgrace” as Cadbury Mini Egg prices rise by 105% on pre-pandemic levels
UK customers have been left reeling by the shocking price rise of Cadbury’s iconic ‘Mini Eggs’, branding the country “a disgrace”.
Food safety warning issued over Dubai-style chocolate
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a “precautionary warning” to people with allergies not to eat Dubai-style chocolate in the lead up to the festive period.
Mars gets green light for Kellanova acquisition
Mars has been given approval from the European Commission for its merger with Kellanova.
What Dubai chocolate reveals about the future of food manufacturing
From TikTok trend to production reality: Keith Thornhill, head of food and beverage at Siemens Great Britain & Ireland, reflects on the viral success of Dubai Chocolate and how manufacturers can bake in the agility to capitalise on future food crazes.
Unilever sells Graze for an undisclosed sum
Unilever has signed an agreement to sell the Graze business to German confectionary company Katjes International for an undisclosed sum.
How speed-controlled conching boosts large-scale chocolate production
The fact that chocolate feels so indulgent with every bite has a lot to do with the fineness of the sugar and ripeness of the cocoa beans - but even more comes from conching.
Chocolate haggis makes a comeback
Chocolate haggis is back on the menu for Hogmanay and Burns Night as Simon Howie’s brings back its famous chocolate haggis product.
Major UK snacking manufacturer hires new CEO
Mike Hancox has been appointed chief executive officer at the UK’s third largest savoury snack producer, Tayto Group.
Made Uncommon acquires Love Cocoa and H!P
Made Uncommon has acquired both Love Cocoa and H!P Chocolate for an undisclosed sum.
Could shoppers soon be eating ‘brewed’ chocolate?
UK consumers could be eating chocolate that is produced in the same way as beer, a marketing consultancy has revealed.
NPD: Terry’s Chocolate in new festive launches
Terry’s Chocolate is further strengthening its Beyond Orange strategy with the launch of a new Chocolate Mint Tablet and Mint Truffles to cater to the festive season.
Mr Whippy expands into sweet treats with new £15M factory
Mr Whippy is to expand its reach into the sweet treat market with the opening of a new £15 million manufacturing site in Sheffield.
Historic sweets manufacturer moves into new 60,000 sq ft site
Lancashire-based confectioner, Stockley’s, has invested into a new facility as part of ambitious growth plans.
Whitakers Chocolates invests in new nut facility
The North Yorkshire chocolatier has announced the investment alongside a new product launch.
Ritter Sport expands convenience reach with Booker listing
Ritter Sport has secured a national listing with UK wholesaler Booker.