Joseph Clarke, Senior Editor of Hand Media International’s International Confectionery magazine, has been appointed to the judging panel for the SIAL Paris Innovation Awards 2026.
The awards recognise products and concepts demonstrating innovation across the international food industry, including ingredients, packaging, technology, functionality and consumer experience.
As part of the international jury, Clarke will assess entries based on their relevance, added value and ability to respond to evolving market expectations.
Recognising meaningful food innovation
SIAL Innovation showcases products and technologies offering new approaches to food development, manufacturing and consumer engagement.
Judges assess the benefits each entry can bring to consumers, professionals and the wider industry, considering areas including formulation, packaging, technology, usage and consumer experience.
Clarke said: “I’m particularly looking forward to seeing the ideas addressing some of the biggest opportunities and challenges facing the food sector, whether through new ingredients, technologies, packaging solutions or completely new product concepts.”
Bringing Hand Media expertise to SIAL
As Senior Editor at Hand Media International, Clarke oversees editorial coverage across International Confectionery, International Snacks and International Bakery, working with manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, machinery specialists, packaging companies and industry organisations worldwide.
His appointment reflects Hand Media International’s continued involvement in the international food manufacturing community and its focus on highlighting the products and technologies shaping the future of confectionery, snacks and bakery production.
SIAL Paris 2026 will bring together businesses and professionals from across the global food industry, with SIAL Innovation showcasing emerging products, technologies and trends.
