Frozen Nutella bakery products face recall across several European markets. Ferrero has recalled selected Nutella Croissant and Nutella Muffin batches in Europe and the UK over possible metal-fragment contamination.
Holmach has completed a major Mr Kipling processing line upgrade. The project combines retort technology, robotics, inspection, and utilities reduction.
adapa has extended PaperFlow for recyclable paper food flowpacks today. The material targets snacks, confectionery, cereals, biscuits, and instant coffee.
Planet A has launched a new no-added-sugar version of ChoViva. The cocoa-free ingredient targets confectionery and bakery manufacturers balancing sugar reduction with cocoa volatility.
Gelita is tackling texture in lower-sugar confectionery and protein bars. Soluform and Optibar support reformulation across gummies and bar formats.
Zoe has launched a plant-rich bar for gut health snacking. The product uses nuts, legumes, seeds, seaweed, and kombucha in a functional snack format.
Mondelēz has warned UK food rules could deter investment decisions. The company has spent £40m reformulating products for HFSS compliance.
GLP-1 use is adding complexity to sweetener reformulation work programmes. Sensory changes may affect sweetness, bitterness, and product acceptance.
Pladis has extended McVitie’s Jaffa into soft-baked cookie formats nationally. The launch builds on brand extension in sweet snacks.
ABF has secured final approval for its Hovis acquisition plan. The decision reshapes UK bread manufacturing by combining major bakery assets and distribution networks in a pressured market.