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Stella

STELLA launches Matcha Strawberry Ube 

On 1 October 2026, STELLA will launch its new Matcha Strawberry Ube bar: a combination of fresh matcha, fruity strawberry and purple ube that is currently unique in Swiss chocolate
David Hershey

David Hulays Named Hershey CFO

The Hershey Company has announced that Dave Hulays has been named Chief Financial Officer, effective September 2, 2026, succeeding Steve Voskuil. Hulays, who most recently served as Senior Vice President, Finance, brings nearly 30 years of financial leadership experience at Hershey and Procter & Gamble to the role.
Thomas Gaengler

Barry Callebaut appoints new COO

Barry Callebaut has appointed Thomas Gaengler as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and a member of its Executive Committee, effective 1 September 2026, as the chocolate and cocoa supplier continues to advance its Focus for Growth strategy.
Food to go

Baker & Baker Launch Food-To-Go Range

European bakery products manufacturer Baker & Baker has launched a new range of Cadbury Dairy Milk food-to-go (FTG) bars in conjunction with Mondelēz.
Cadbury Beauty

Cadbury Unites Chocolate with Beauty

Cadbury Dairy Milk and Australian cosmetics company MCoBeauty have crossed retail categories with a limited-edition collection bringing chocolate and beauty products together.
Layers

Layers of Success

Features Editor Katie Tracy explores how layered bars, pralines and celebration confectionery are evolving through premiumisation, innovation, texture and gifting…
Chocolate Confectionery

Chocolate Market To Reach USD 233.8 Billion

According to our Growth Market Report, the global chocolate confectionery market size reached USD 155.2 billion in 2025, reflecting robust consumer demand and dynamic product innovation across all regions…
Nestle Competition

Nestlé Professional® Toque d’Or® 2026 Trip

The winners of the 2026 Nestlé Professional Toque d’Or have returned from an inspiring prize trip across Denmark, Sweden and Norway, where they explored the people, places and experiences shaping Scandinavian hospitality. 
Tanis Aasted

Tanis and Aasted Reaffirm Long-Term Commitment

Tanis and Aasted reaffirm their long-term strategic partnership and continued commitment to delivering innovative candy bar production solutions to the global confectionery industry.
Ghirardelli

Ghirardelli Launches Premium Chocolate Bars

The Ghirardelli Chocolate Company has announced the launch of its new Premium Milk Chocolate Bar line. Featuring three new milk chocolate varieties crafted to elevate the milk chocolate experience, the line offers a fresh take on familiar favourites.
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