April 2026 Issue

As anticipation builds for interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf, this issue of International Confectionery Magazine is dedicated to the innovations, insights and industry voices shaping the future of confectionery production and packaging. 

Our cover story spotlights Theegarten-Pactec and its partner MAKREV, who will be presenting their latest efficient, resource-saving solutions at interpack. With a renewed emphasis on flow-wrapped packaging, their approach reflects a broader industry movement towards adaptable systems that deliver both performance and sustainability. 

This issue also features a compelling selection of interviews. In our Big Interview, Craft Chocolate Association President Duffy Sheardown explores the organisation’s ongoing commitment to transparency, ethical sourcing and raising standards within the craft chocolate sector. In The Innovator, Schubert provides a forward-looking perspective on the key trends shaping confectionery packaging. 

Our dedicated interpack preview section highlights key exhibitors and must-see stands, helping you plan your visit and make the most of your time at the show. Make sure you head to this carefully curated section to find out what innovators like Ampco Pumps, BCH Ltd, Chocotech, Sollich, Syntegon, WDS, Theegarten, and many more, will be showcasing at the upcoming show. Additionally, you can find out what to expect at the Sweets and Snacks Expo, which follows on in May.  

If you are attending interpack this year, whether that be to exhibitor or as an attendee, both the International Confectionery team and myself look forward to seeing you in Düsseldorf.