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Ferrero has released its annual Cocoa Charter Progress Report, which shows significant progress in the Group’s efforts to source cocoa responsibly. SG SP

Chocolate and cocoa product manufacturer Barry Callebaut is expanding its operation in Brazil with the opening of a logistics point in the Northeast. SG SP

The Serious Sweets Company (SSC) has acquired London, UK-based Nom Bites Ltd., along with its Lexi’s line of marshmallow and protein bars, for an undisclosed sum. SG

US-based global manufacturer Mars has acquired healthy keto and paleo meal brand Kevin’s Natural Foods, whose products include healthy sous-vide meals, sides, and sauces. SP

Darmstadt, Germany-based Doehler Group, a global producer, marketer and provider of technology-driven natural ingredients, ingredient systems and integrated solutions announces the acquisition of Boon Flavors, a renowned premium flavour house located in Bangkok. SG SP

Global print consumables manufacturer Flint Group has solidified its reputation as the sustainable ink supplier of choice after announcing that all its Sheetfed process ink series are now mineral oil free. SP

Symrise continued its growth course in the first half of 2023 and achieved a sales increase of 6.8% to € 2.414 bn (H1 2022: € 2.260 bn). SG SP

Beneo is pleased to announce the launch of its first barley β-glucans ingredient, Orafti® β-Fit. SP

Aetna Group's machines and technologies are this time not starring on the stage of some international trade fair but on the set of a Netflix production on the TV screen. SP

They should be more sustainable and energy-efficient. To achieve this, they must be able to process more films made from recyclates – the demands placed on packaging equipment by operators are constantly increasing. SP

The percentage of German retail confectionery sales increased by double-digits in the first half of 2023. The market researchers at NIQ (NielsenIQ) have reported an increase of 12.1% up to € 8.226 bn in their confectionery monitor through the 26th calendar week. SG

Nestlé SA has introduced a versatile and cost-effective sugar reduction technology that can be applied across different product categories, with benefits beyond sugar reduction. SG SP

Ferrara Candy Company, a Ferrero related company and the largest sugar confections company in the U.S., has announced an agreement to acquire Dori Alimentos Ltda., one of Brazil’s leading manufacturers and distributors of sweets and snacks . SG

Darmstadt, Germany-based Döhler Group, a global producer, marketer and provider of technology-driven natural ingredients, ingredient systems and integrated solutions, has announced the acquisition of SVZ, subject to regulatory approval. SG SP

Kai Hummel (42) has been appointed Global Head of Corporate Communications for the Barry Callebaut Group, effective September 1. He succeeds Christiaan Prins, who had led the department since January 2020. SG SP